Question 1

What is the student review of the York University?

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York University is among the top universities for international students to continue higher education in the Canada. The university graduates work for top companies all over the world. The graduates are constantly in high demand. According to student's reviews on Shiksha, York University has an overall rating of 3.9 stars. Students have rated York University based on various factors that are listed below-ParticularsRatings (Out of 5)Internships3.2Part Time Work3.4Post Study Jobs3.5Quality of Faculty4.2Student Life4.2Value of Money3.8Public Transportation4.3Permanent Immigration4Safety4.1Indian Food4.2

Question 2

Is University of Toronto better than York University?

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University of Toronto as well as the York University are two well-known universities in Canada and great study abroad options for students. Toronto University is better than York with a rank of #333 by QS World Rankings in 2026. Whereas, the latter has been ranked #29 in the same category. Check the table listed below between University of Toronto and York University-ParametersUniversity of TorontoYork UniversityAcceptance RateAround 54%32%Annual Tuition Fee INR 15.3 L - 70.19 LINR 8L - 88.65 LNo. of courses offered370+200+

Question 3

Is York University good for international students?

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Yes, York University is among the top choice of international students in Canada. As per Shiksha Popularity Rankings, York University is ranked at #365 in world. York University has enrolled more than 10,000 students from over 175+ nations.

Question 4

What are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at York University?

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As per some York University student reviews over an unofficial source, here are some of the tips that students entering the first year at York University can keep in mind:Try to keep up with the classes and grades while studying at York University TorontoBe careful with your time management. In short, keep an organized planner, prioritize, and plan out the day efficientlyUtilize Scott Library for your studies as there are great resources thereSince the campus is huge, have a campus map handyBe smart with your money. Strategize as much as you can, pack your own lunches, take public transit, etc.Try to be a little social and get involved in classes and clubs and make new friends

Question 5

What are the best things for York University students to do on the weekends?

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Activities that York Uni students can do over weekends areTake a walk around city.Go to Chinese and fresh farmers marketsSit down by Harbor Front watch boats sail by.Take a ferry to Toronto island.

Question 6

What IELTS score is required for York University?

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For admission to most of the programs at York University Canada, international applicants can submit IELTS / TOEFL / PTE / Duolingo. The minimum scores required in these tests are: TestsUG Minimum Score IELTS6.5TOEFL iBT88PTE60Duolingo120To know the minimum scores required for Graduate courses, refer to the official website as they may vary as per the courses.

Question 7

How many alumni does York University have?

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York University is one of the oldest universities for higher education in Canada. York University graduates are working in top companies such as , RBC, CIBC,Microsoft, Deloitte, BMO and more. The pie chart mentioned below shows the leading companies in which York University alumni work:

Question 8

Which celebrity went to York University?

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York University is home to various celebrity alumni in Canada. York University is 3rd largest and oldest university in Canada. YorkU has produced over 375000 alumni.  Some celebrities that are part of university alumni network such as Dina Pugliese, Zoie Palmer, Ramona Pringle, Steven Page, etc.

Question 9

Who are the most famous York University alumni?

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Various famous personalities are part of the York University Alumni network. York University has 375,000+ alumni who are spread over globe. Moreover, some most famous York University alumni are such as Carme Chacon, Ann Cavoukian, Michael Bryant, Marion Boyd, Angela Bogdan, Josep Clarke, and more. Furthermore, the pie chart mentioned below shows the York University alumni working sectors:

Question 10

What is the salary of MBA graduates of York University?

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According to graduate employment data of the academic year 2025, 91% of MBA were hired within 6 months of graduation.Average salary was CAD 90,643Average signing bonus was CAD 9,889Some of the top industries where graduates went for work are Financial Services, Consulting, Technology, Law, etc. Top companies recruiting at Schulich are Amazon, Boston Consulting Group, Deloitte, Bain & Company, BMW Group, Gartner, etc.

Question 11

What are the top recruiters at York University?

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York University is known for having one of the highest placement rates across Canada. The University graduates are always in high demand worldwide. The University graduates are working in leading sectors such as Business Development, Engineering, Marketing, Information Technology, Finance, and more. Some of the top employers at York University are as follows:MicrosoftIBMDeloitteLoblaw Companies LimitedBMOCIBCTBScotia Bank

Question 12

Can I work part-time as an international student while studying at York University?

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Full time international students at York University Canada with valid study permits are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week. As per the new policy, international students can now work more than 20 hours per week off campus. A few of the popular part-time jobs in Canada that students can take up are Barista, Cashier, Writing, Tutoring, etc.

Question 13

What is the employability rate at York University?

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York University employment rate is 90% in 2022 and graduates were hired within 6 months of graduation. According to York Uni placements, average salary of graduates increased from last year. York University average salary in 2021 was USD 97,725 or INR 81.53 L which increased to USD 98,165 2022. Check the table mentioned below.HeadPlacement Stats in 2021Placement Stats in 2022Placement rate89%90%Top recruiting sectorFinancial Services (25%)Financial Services (28%)Average salaryUSD 97,725 or INR 81.53 LUSD 98,165 or INR 82 LAverage signing bonusUSD 13,717 or INR 11.44 LUSD 10,974 or INR 9.15 LTop recruiting industryManufacturingTechnologyPlacement statsDownload Download (USD 1 = INR 83.43)Check the York University rankings

Question 14

How can i apply for York University admissions?

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International students can apply for admission at York through official website or OUAC by completing the admission process. Mentioned below are the admission process for UG admission at the university-Select the program from York courses to applyReview your program requirementsSubmit your application before the York University admission deadlineSubmit all the required documentsAt last, review York University fees and costs

Question 15

Is it difficult to get admission in York University?

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York University admissions are slightly competitive for international students becasue of its acceptance rate. The York aceptance rate is around 32%, which means out of 100 applications only 32 get offer. Applicants must have a qualfying GPA to get admission to the university.

Question 16

What are the application deadline for international students at York University?

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York offers admission for international students in three intakes namely Fall, Winter, and Summer intake every year. Indian students can apply for both UG and PG programs through OUAC and University Official Portal. York University application deadline for international students is listed below-IntakesDeadlineFall 2026 (September)Feb 2, 2026Summer 2026 (May)Apr 1, 2026

Question 17

Does York University offer scholarship for international students?

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Yes, York University provides a large variety of scholarship for its international students. The most popular scholarship offered by York University for international students is listed below-York International Scholarship of DistinctionYork International Merit AwardYork International Entrance AwardYork International Transfer AwardPresident's International Scholarship of Excellence (PISE)

Question 18

Is York University Expensive?

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York University fees for international students around INR 8 L to INR 85 L for first-year. The university cost is depend on the course type. International students willing to take admission to YorkU need to pay tuition fees. The table given below specifies the York University fees for Indian students: Courses1st Year Tuition FeesMS (17 courses)INR 8 L - 54 LMBA/PGDM (3 courses)INR 32 L - 54 LMIM (12 courses)INR 12 L - 54 LMA (28 courses)INR 12 L - 30 LBA (53 courses)INR 20 L - 22 LBSc (26 courses)INR 20 L - 26 LBBA (11 courses)INR 19 L - 23 LBDes (1 course)INR 19 LMFA (4 courses)INR 12 L - 49 LLLM (3 courses)INR 12 L - 34 LAs a first-year international student at York University, one needs to be aware of the other expenses that they have to bear, besides the tuition fee. Check the 2022-23 international student fees & expenses (for two semesters) given below.2022-23 international student fees & expenses (for two semesters)Amount (CAD)Textbooks and Supplies (Estimated)$1,000 - $2,600 (varies by program)HousingFrom $7,789 (Residence)Meal Plan / Groceries$2,900 - $5,750Health Plan$982 (UHIP plus York Federation of Students or Glendon Plan)

Question 19

How much does York University cost per year?

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York University estimated expenses for an academic year for UG and PG international students are given below: ParticularsUG ExpensesPG ExpensesTuition CAD 33,791 - CAD 38,826CAD 18,840 - CAD 84,200Textbooks & suppliesCAD 1,200 - CAD 2,600CAD 1,600 - CAD 3,200ResidenceCAD 7,512CAD 25,000 (housing, utilities & food)Meal planCAD 2,900 - CAD 5,750-Personal expenses (living on-campus)CAD 1,600-Living off campusCAD 20,000-Personal expenses (living off-campus)CAD 4,000-Health and dental care CAD 1,026CAD 1,336Misc. -CAD 3,000 - CAD 4,000

Question 20

How much is the tuition fee in York University for international students?

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York University is best choices of international students for pursuing higher education in Canada. York University offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs for its international students. Moreover, the first-year tuition fees for UG and PG programs at York University are as follows:Course levelAnnual Tuition Fee in INRUGINR 15.88 L - 26.62 LPGINR 8.06 L - 88.65 LAdvanced MastersINR 11.96 L

Question 21

How much is MSc in CS course at York University?

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York University tuition for MSc in CS course is around CAD 34,000 and the Books and Fees will be around CAD 1,658. Other living expenses that students have to bear are: Residence / apartment: INR 5.5 L - INR 8.17 LMeal plan / food: INR 2.4 L - INR 4.4 LPersonal expenses: INR 2.68 LHealth and Dental care: INR 22k

Question 22

What are the best programs at York University?

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A few York University courses that are popular among international students are BSc Nursing, MBA and MSc in Nursing and this university excelled in QS Subject rankings for 2025 and the university's courses that rank in the Top 10 in Canada are:LawPsychologyPolitics and International StudiesBusiness and Management StudiesAccounting and FinanceSocial Policy and AdministrationGeography

Question 23

Is York University good for MBA?

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According to QS Global MBA rankings for 2025, York University ranks at #101-110 position. Additionally, this course is ranked #1 in Canada by Corporate Knights and Forbes & CNN Expansion. This course combines classroom learning of fundamental and Advanced Management concepts with real-world learning. Graduates of this course can work with the companies like Deloitte, IBM, CIBC, P&G, etc. Read: Top 10 MBA Colleges in Canada

Question 24

Is York University MSc in CS course good?

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York University Canada ranks at #201-300 in the world and #9 in Canada as per Shanghai Ranking 2024. This course will equip students with both foundational knowledge and applied skills, using a blend of hardware and software courses including extensive lab work. Some of the university's co-op employers for the CS graduates are IBM, RBI, Thales, Ontario Ministry of Education. To apply for this course, students can apply through OUAC or York University's online application.

Question 25

Is York University a top university?

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York University ranks among the top 20% of the nearly 3,000 universities globally. As per QS rankings, this university ranked at #333 position in 2026.According to Maclean's University Rankings 2025, this university ranks among the Top 5 Comprehensive Universities in Canada.

Question 26

Is York University better than U of T for pursuing higher education?

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Whether York University is better than the University of Toronto would entirely depend on your preferred course selection and study criteria. As per the university world ranking, the University of Toronto fares better than York university as shown below-York UniversityUniversity of Toronto (U of T)QS World University Rankings 2026 #333Times Higher Education (THE) World University Ranking 2025 #401-500QS World University Rankings 2026 #29Times Higher Education (THE) Ranking 2025 #21

Question 27

What is the ranking of York University in the world?

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York University is one of the top ranked universities in the world. Top ranking authorities around the world ranks York University that are listed below-Ranking AuthoritiesRankShiksha Popularity Rankings#365 in world and #16 in CanadaTimes Higher Education 2026#401-500 in World University RankingsQS Rankings 2026#333 in QS World University RankingsUS News & World Report#514 in Best Global Universities

Question 28

How many campuses does York University have?

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York University operates on three core campuses and a series of satellite locations both within Ontario and abroad. The three primary campuses of York University are Keele Campus, Glendon Campus, and Markham Campus. Keele campus is the main campus of the university and is located in the heart of the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area.Listed below are the details of the campuses of York University:CampusHighlights Keele CampusYork University Keele campus features unique faculties, athletic facilities, labs, studios, residences, restaurants, and green spacesIt is basically a meeting place for a network of micro-communitiesGlendon CampusThis campus is located in the heart of TorontoGlendon campus is the founding campus of York UniversityIt is known for its unique blend of modern and historic architecture where globally engaged programs and hands-on learning opportunities develop the reformers of tomorrowMarkham CampusThis campus shall open in 2024Here, academic programs and research shall revolve around the core themes of technology and entrepreneurship and how they are driving innovation

Question 29

Are there any Indian communities or associations at York University?

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Yes, there is one Indian Culture Association at York University Canada. ICA is a cohesive group of students who aim to strengthen members' knowledge and keen interest in India and inform people about its culture and exquisite heritage. It does the following:  Helps current and incoming international students to adjust in Canada Organizes workshops and events to promote diversity and global awareness on campusProvides one-on-one advising for international students on career opportunities, academics, and more

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