Applications are now being accepted for York University Scholarships. These scholarships are available to international applicants for pursuing the undergraduate programme.
York University is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is Canada’s third-largest university. York University has approximately 53,000 students, 7,000 faculties and staff, and 295,000 alumni worldwide.
To gain admission, students must demonstrate language proficiency in their program’s language of instruction.
York University Information
Founded in 1959, York University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Toronto (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Ontario. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, Ontario, York University (YU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. York University (YU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
International Circle of Scholars Scholarships
- Highest academic average
- Demonstrated leadership skill
- Must be nominated by high school. York requests that only one candidate be nominated per school.
- By submitting this application, you will also be considered for the other available international scholarships requiring an application.
Global Leader of Tomorrow Award
- Highest academic average
- Leadership and demonstrated skills
- To renew – must have a high academic standing (7.80 on a 9-point York scale) in each academic year at York
- By submitting this application, you will also be considered for the other available international scholarships requiring an application.
International Entrance Scholarship
- Highest academic average
- Demonstrated leadership skill
- Letters of recommendation
- To renew – maintain a high academic standing (7.80 on a 9-point York scale) in each academic year at York.
- By submitting this application, you will also be considered for the other available international scholarships requiring an application.
Offered Benefits
International Circle of Scholars Scholarships: $15,000
Global Leader of Tomorrow Award ($20,000 x 4 years): $80,000
International Entrance Scholarship ($35,000 x 4 years): $140,000
Application Process
- Meet minimum admission requirements
- Meet program-specific requirements
- Know the application deadlines
- Submit application
- Submit all required documentation
- Consider a modified admission request (for students with a diagnosed physical, learning or mental health disability)
- Check on Transfer Credit for Advanced Placement
The following requirements apply to all applicants applying to undergraduate degree or certificate studies at York University.
- Official Transcripts (all students are required to submit official transcripts except those qualifying as Mature applicants or as Visiting Students on a Letter of Permission)
- Course Descriptions (for any postsecondary work taken outside of North America)
- Language Proficiency Requirements
- Supplementary Application
Schulich School of Business (accessed through the Schulich Web site)
Faculty of Education (accessed via MyFile)
Social Work (not applicable to Canadian high-school applicants) (accessed via MyFile)
- Supplementary Evaluation process (School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design)
Founded in 1959, York University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Toronto (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Ontario. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, Ontario, York University (YU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. York University (YU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.