Information from York University
Restrictions
Closed and limited programmes/closed subject areas
Please see closed and limited subjects on the website for York University: Areas of study for exchange students
Undergraduate diploma (Bachelor degree) needed in order to apply for graduate courses.
It is possible, but very difficult, to be admitted to graduate level courses (5000-6000).
Courses
Course levels:
1000 indicates a first year undergraduate course; 2000 a second year undergraduate; 3000 a third year undergraduate; 4000 a fourth year undergraduate, 5000 and 6000 are graduate level courses.
Full time studies (corresponding to 30 hp):
Undergraduate level: 15 credits
Graduate level: 12 credits
Academic year
Autumn term: Late august–December
Winter term: beginning of January– late April
Additional costs
As an exchange student, you do not need to pay tuition fees. However, additional costs may incur.
Some courses may have supplemental fees that are not covered by the exchange tuition waiver (e.g. registration fee, etc.). These fees are found on the course schedule with date, time, and location.
University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) coverage and charges are mandatory ($252 CAD per term).
Accommodation
On campus
Students who wish to live on campus must complete and submit the Housing Application Form that will be provided by York International. On campus housing for exchange students is limited and not guaranteed. Admitted incoming exchange students will receive more information from York University to start their housing application.
The estimated cost for accommodation will be updated in the 2025-26 factsheet which will be published on York University website.
Off campus
Students can also look for accommodations themselves.
Additional information
Student support
Study with disabilities (umu.se)
Academic support at York University