Admissions Overview
The admission process at York University has a 52% acceptance rate. York University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
52%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
613
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
42%
of admitted students who enrolled
Admission Requirements
The admission process at York University has a 52% acceptance rate. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at York University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges show the 25th to 75th percentile scores of enrolled first-year students at York University. About 39% of enrolled first-year students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 880 to 1,110. Additionally, about 59% of enrolled first-year students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 16 to 23.
SAT Scores
39% of enrolled first-year students submitted400
1600
880 – 1110
200
800
450 – 540
200
800
430 – 570
ACT Scores
59% of enrolled first-year students submitted1
36
16 – 23
1
36
15 – 23
1
36
16 – 23
Admission Statistics
613 students applied to York. Of those, 52% (318 students) were accepted. Of these 318 accepted students, 135 chose to enroll.
613
Total Applicants
318
Students Admitted
135
Students Enrolled
52%
Acceptance Rate