Race & Ethnicity
York University has a diverse student body with 35% students of color and 7% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
York University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
York University has a gender distribution of 48% female students and 52% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
35% of total enrollment
33% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
York University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 37% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 8% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
37%
Traditional Age (18-21)
8%
Non-Traditional (25+)
32%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
York University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 7% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 24% in-state residents, 69% out-of-state students, and 7% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
24% of student body
69% of student body
7% of student body
States Represented
20 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
35%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
48%
Female Students
Global Reach
7%
International
Age Diversity
8%
Non-Traditional Age