Rankings
How every major ranking places York University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanities & languages | 22 | $28,814 | See → |
| Social sciences | 15 | $28,814 | See → |
| Business & management | 11 | $28,814 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 11 | $28,814 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 11 | $28,814 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 9 | $28,814 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 9 | $28,814 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 8 | $28,814 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 6 | $33,857 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 5 | $28,814 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 3 | $28,814 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 3 | $28,814 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 3 | $28,814 | See → |
| Psychology | 2 | $28,814 | See → |
Costs and entry
3 courses mention scholarships. 92 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at York University
The job market for York University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Canada.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at York University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $28,814 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: engineering & technology courses are typically $33,857, humanities & languages $28,814.
How is York University ranked?
York University is ranked #333 by QS (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include English Language & Literature (#96) and Accounting & Finance (#101).
What IELTS score does York University need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (68 of the 91 that list it) ask for IELTS 7.5 overall.
How many postgraduate courses does York University offer?
118 postgraduate courses across 14 fields; the largest are humanities & languages (22), social sciences (15) and business & management (11).
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Updated 22 September 2026. Courses and fees from York University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, QS subject rankings 2025.