About the university
York University was founded in 1959 and has grown into one of Canada's largest universities, with more than 50,000 students across its campuses in Toronto and Markham. It is known for its Schulich School of Business, one of Canada's leading business schools, for Osgoode Hall Law School, and for social sciences, fine arts and the Lassonde School of Engineering.
The main Keele Campus in north Toronto is a large, self-contained campus with its own subway stations on Line 1, so downtown Toronto is about 40 minutes away by train. Glendon Campus in midtown offers bilingual (English and French) programmes, and the Markham Campus, opened in 2024, focuses on technology, business and entrepreneurship programmes.
For Indian students York is attractive because its undergraduate tuition is lower than the University of Toronto's, while still offering a Toronto location and access to the Greater Toronto Area job market. In 2026-27 York estimates about CAD 38,000 a year for Computer Science, CAD 40,000 for most arts and science programmes, CAD 40,000–44,000 for business and CAD 47,000 for first-year Engineering.
Schulich's specialised master's degrees (business analytics, artificial intelligence management, finance, supply chain and others) are also popular with Indian graduates; check the Schulich website for their current fees, which are considerably higher than undergraduate tuition.
- Founded
- 1959 in Toronto
- Type
- Public comprehensive research university; Canada's third-largest university by enrolment
- Students
- 42,323 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data); York cites more than 53,100
- International students
- 27% of students (THE 2027 data)
- Student–staff ratio
- 27.8 to 1 (THE 2027 data)
- Campuses
- Keele (main, north Toronto), Glendon (bilingual, midtown Toronto) and Markham Campus (opened 2024)
Rankings
THE World University Rankings 2027
451–500 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
BEng Software Engineering (Lassonde School of Engineering)
- Fee / year
- C$47,000
- Duration
- 4 years (co-op/internship option)
- Intakes
- September (OUAC)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall is typical; check York's English requirement for your programme
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$47,000
- Duration
- 4 years (co-op/internship option)
- Intakes
- September (OUAC)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall is typical; check York's English requirement for your programme
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$38,000
- Duration
- 4 years (co-op/internship option)
- Intakes
- September (OUAC)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall is typical; check York's English requirement for your programme
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Business Administration (Schulich BBA)
- Fee / year
- C$44,000
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September (OUAC)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall is typical; Schulich may ask more
- Undergraduate
International Bachelor of Business Administration (Schulich iBBA)
- Fee / year
- C$44,000
- Duration
- 4 years (includes an exchange term abroad)
- Intakes
- September (OUAC)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall is typical; Schulich may ask more
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$47,000
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September (OUAC)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall is typical; check York's English requirement for your programme
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$47,000
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September (OUAC)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall is typical; check York's English requirement for your programme
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$47,000
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- September (OUAC)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall is typical; check York's English requirement for your programme
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEng Software Engineering (Lassonde School of Engineering) | 4 years (co-op/internship option) | C$47,000 | ≈ ₹31.5 lakh |
| BEng Computer Engineering | 4 years (co-op/internship option) | C$47,000 | ≈ ₹31.5 lakh |
| BSc Computer Science | 4 years (co-op/internship option) | C$38,000 | ≈ ₹25.5 lakh |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (Schulich BBA) | 4 years | C$44,000 | ≈ ₹29.5 lakh |
| International Bachelor of Business Administration (Schulich iBBA) | 4 years (includes an exchange term abroad) | C$44,000 | ≈ ₹29.5 lakh |
| BEng Mechanical Engineering | 4 years | C$47,000 | ≈ ₹31.5 lakh |
| BEng Electrical Engineering | 4 years | C$47,000 | ≈ ₹31.5 lakh |
| BEng Civil Engineering | 4 years | C$47,000 | ≈ ₹31.5 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at York University with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- Undergraduate, first year
York University International Student Scholarship and entrance awards
Value: Values set yearly; some automatic, some by application
Eligibility: International students admitted directly from secondary school with strong averages are considered for entrance awards; larger awards need an application by York's deadline.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate, first year
Global Leader of Tomorrow Award
Value: Major renewable award (value set by York each year)
Eligibility: International students with outstanding academic results and leadership; requires an application and nomination by York's deadline.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Schulich master's and MBA
Schulich graduate scholarships
Value: Merit-based; values vary by programme
Eligibility: Admitted Schulich students are considered; some awards need a separate application.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Class 12 from CBSE, CISCE (ISC) or a state board with the required subjects (Mathematics for Computer Science, Business and Engineering; Physics and Chemistry for Engineering).
- Apply through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC 105). York recommends applying by its equal-consideration date, usually in early February, but competitive programmes fill earlier.
- Some programmes ask for extra material, such as a portfolio for Design or a supplementary form for Schulich.
Postgraduate
- A four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with at least a B average in the last two years is the general minimum.
- Schulich specialised master's programmes often ask for GMAT/GRE (or a waiver), a CV and work or internship experience.
- Apply online to the Faculty of Graduate Studies or to Schulich; deadlines differ by programme.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (undergraduate)
- Degree transcripts and certificate (postgraduate)
- English test score unless exempt
- Supplementary forms or portfolio where required
- Proof of funds for the study permit: tuition plus at least CAD 22,895 a year for living costs for a single student (IRCC)
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall is the usual undergraduate minimum; some programmes ask for higher bands. |
| Other tests | York also accepts TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Duolingo and its own YUELI programme; check the English language requirements page. |
| York University English Language Institute (YUELI) | Conditional admission routes are available if your English score is below the requirement. |
Accommodation and living costs
York has residences on the Keele and Glendon campuses. The figures below are York's own approximate 2026-27 estimates for an international undergraduate (eight-month academic year).
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Residence room | C$9,000–13,000per 8 months | ≈ ₹6 lakh – ₹8.7 lakh |
| Meal plan (residence) | C$4,350–8,000per 8 months | ≈ ₹2.9 lakh – ₹5.4 lakh |
| Off-campus rentYork's minimum estimate | C$12,000per 8 months | ≈ ₹8 lakh |
| Food if living off campus | C$4,800per 8 months | ≈ ₹3.2 lakh |
| Personal expenses | C$4,200–5,400per 8 months | ≈ ₹2.8 lakh – ₹3.6 lakh |
| Health and dental insurance (international)Includes UHIP | C$1,151per year | ≈ ₹77,117 |
Campus and location
Keele Campus in north Toronto is one of Canada's largest university campuses, with two subway stations (York University and Pioneer Village) on Line 1. Glendon is a smaller bilingual campus in midtown Toronto; Markham Campus is in York Region north of the city.
- Line 1 of the TTC subway connects Keele Campus to downtown Toronto in about 40 minutes.
- Brampton, Mississauga and Scarborough, home to large Indian communities, are within reach by transit.
- Lassonde School of Engineering and Schulich School of Business are both on Keele Campus.
- Markham Campus, opened in 2024, focuses on technology, business and entrepreneurship.
- Glendon offers bilingual degrees and is a smaller, quieter campus.
Careers and graduate outcomes
York graduates can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit after an eligible programme. The Toronto area is Canada's largest job market. University degree programmes are exempt from the PGWP field-of-study list, but IRCC's language test rule applies.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Off-campus work allowed during term | Up to 24 hours a week | IRCC |
| PGWP length after a bachelor's degree of 4 years | Up to 3 years | IRCC |
| PGWP language requirement for university graduates | CLB 7 in all four skills | IRCC |
| International students at York | 27% | THE World University Rankings 2027 |
Studying in Canada
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FAQs
Is York cheaper than the University of Toronto?
Yes, for most undergraduate programmes. York estimates about CAD 38,000 a year for Computer Science and CAD 40,000 for most programmes in 2026-27, compared with about CAD 66,000 at U of T.
How do I get to downtown Toronto from York?
Keele Campus has its own stations on subway Line 1; downtown is about 40 minutes away.
Does York have co-op?
Many York programmes, including Lassonde Engineering and Computer Science, offer co-op or internship options that add paid work terms.
Can I join York with a lower English score?
Yes, York's English Language Institute (YUELI) offers pathway programmes that can lead to conditional admission. Ask your counsellor which programmes allow this.
What are Schulich's specialised master's degrees?
Schulich offers one-year master's degrees such as Business Analytics, Management in Artificial Intelligence, Finance and Supply Chain Management. They are popular with Indian graduates but cost more than undergraduate programmes; check Schulich's site for current fees.
Sources
- York University: tuition and living costs (2026-27 estimates) (opens in a new tab)
- York University: scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- York University: Computer Science programme (opens in a new tab)
- Times Higher Education: York University profile (World University Rankings 2027) (opens in a new tab)
- Schulich School of Business (opens in a new tab)
- IRCC: Post-Graduation Work Permit (opens in a new tab)
- IRCC: work off campus as a student (opens in a new tab)
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