International Students

Join an International Community at York

Take the first step on your journey as an international student in Canada.

Join a welcoming community of over 10,000 international students at York: a community of present and future change-makers like you, ready to make the world yours.

Study Permits & Provincial Attestation Letters

Recently, the Government of Canada announced that international students are required to submit an attestation letter as part of their study permit application. After you accept an offer of admission to York University, your provincial attestation letter (PAL) will be issued following receipt of your $1500 acceptance deposit. This non-refundable deposit will be applied to your tuition fees: it is not an additional fee. You will be notified by email when your PAL is available in MyFile. For next steps, visit the Admitted Student website

Waiting on the status of your PAL? Complete a PAL Request Form and an international advisor will follow up with you.

Study Permit FAQs

Support from the Start

With students from 175+ countries studying at York's campuses, you’ll interact with students from around the world in your classes, in residence and in student clubs and activities. We’ll help you find your place and feel at home here in Toronto, Canada.

We welcome your application, no matter where you are applying from or what your citizenship or country of residence is. We are familiar with education systems across the world and provide a variety of customized supports for international students, from application to graduation. 

Join an International Information Session

A Place to Call Home

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Canada: Best Country in the World

Canada was voted the best country in the world and #1 in quality of life (Best Countries Report, 2021)

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200+ Languages Spoken

50% of Toronto's population was born outside of Canada and over 200 languages are spoken.

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Toronto: #1 Safest City

Ranked the safest city in North America by The Economist, 2024

5 reasons why I chose York as an international and mature student

Benefits of York for international and mature students

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Global Peer Program

The Global Peer Program (GPP) supports newly admitted and deferred students during their transition to life at York University and in Toronto by connecting them with upper-year students called Peer Mentors. Our caring and experienced international student support team will help you feel confident, excited and prepared for university. The Global Peer Program offers small group and one-on-one opportunities to get your questions answered every month.  

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Immigration Questions?

To make the immigration process as smooth as possible, we help you with tips to submit a strong study permit application, pre-arrival immigration guidance and advising resource to help you understand international student rights and responsibilities in Canada.  . Visit our Immigration Application Resources website to learn all about applying for a study permit for the first time.  

To learn more about what’s new in 2024, visit our Study Permit FAQ website. 

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Pre-Arrival Webinars

Our pre-arrival webinars are here to help you prepare for life at York University and in Canada. These sessions focus on key information that incoming international students need to know about, like classes, immigration, campus services, and more. These webinars will provide tips for success and take you on a virtual journey through campus and beyond

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International Students Share Their Journey to York

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Ready to Get Started?

View information for prospective international students.


Connect with an admissions representative from your region


India

Anushree Sanjay Patil
Regional Recruitment Manager, India

E-mail: india@yorku.ca


Africa

Bisi Alawode
Regional Recruitment Manager, Africa

Email: segun@yorku.ca


China

Rachel Luo
Regional Recruitment Manager, China

Email: askinternational@yorku.ca
www.yorku.org.cn (中文) or www.yorku.ca (English)

Connect with Cecilia

Middle East & Turkey

Sunera Ali
Regional Recruitment Manager, Middle East

Connect with Sunera

Latin America & Western U.S.

Ruby Boutilier
International Recruitment Officer

Connect with Ruby

Caribbean & Eastern U.S.

Juanita Muwanga
International Recruitment Officer

Connect with Juanita

Southeast Asia

Shuchita Husain
International Recruitment Officer

Connect with Shuchita

Other Regions

You are welcome to reach out with your international admission and application inquiries at: 

askinternational@yorku.ca

Upcoming Events

Faculty of Science
Science Scolarships: York Science Scholars Awards (YSSA) and Helen Freedhoff First Year Award
Thu, Dec 12, 2024 6 - 7 p.m.

This session will highlight the $10,000 York Science Scholars Award (YSSA) and Helen Freedhoff First-Year Award and how to apply for. These awards consist of a $5,000 entrance scholarship and a guaranteed summer research position with $5,000 upon completion. After the session, you will hear from past YSSA winners about their experience.

York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Sat, Dec 14, 2024 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Wed, Dec 18, 2024 10 - 11 a.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
Schulich School of Business
Schulich BBA: Q&A Drop-In
Wed, Dec 18, 2024 3 - 3:30 p.m.

Drop-in anytime to ask your questions about the Schulich BBA, the supplementary application, admission requirements or life at Schulich.

York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Thu, Dec 19, 2024 12 - 1 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
Lassonde School of Engineering
Lassonde School of Engineering – On-Campus Tours (Fall 2024 - Summer 2025)
Fri, Dec 20, 2024 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join our student ambassadors, as they give you a tour of our teaching, research & prototyping spaces, and share their Lassonde experiences.
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Fri, Dec 20, 2024 12 - 1 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
International Students Admission & Scholarships Information Session
Tue, Jan 7, 2025 8 - 8:30 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for a 20-minute info session to learn about our programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more!
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Tue, Jan 7, 2025 12 - 1 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Jan 7, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Wed, Jan 8, 2025 10 - 11 a.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Thu, Jan 9, 2025 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Fri, Jan 10, 2025 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Fri, Jan 10, 2025 1 - 2 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Jan 10, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
International Students Admission & Scholarships Information Session
Tue, Jan 14, 2025 11 - 11:30 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for a 20-minute info session to learn about our programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more!
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Tue, Jan 14, 2025 12 - 1 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Jan 14, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Wed, Jan 15, 2025 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Fri, Jan 17, 2025 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Fri, Jan 17, 2025 1 - 2 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Jan 17, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Tue, Jan 21, 2025 12 - 1 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Jan 21, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Wed, Jan 22, 2025 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
International Students Admission & Scholarships Information Session
Wed, Jan 22, 2025 8 - 8:30 p.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for a 20-minute info session to learn about our programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more!
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Fri, Jan 24, 2025 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Fri, Jan 24, 2025 1 - 2 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Jan 24, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Jan 28, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
International Students Admission & Scholarships Information Session
Wed, Jan 29, 2025 8 - 8:30 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for a 20-minute info session to learn about our programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more!
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Thu, Jan 30, 2025 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Fri, Jan 31, 2025 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
York U Keele Campus Tour-Winter
Fri, Jan 31, 2025 1 - 2 p.m.
In-person tour of York University's vibrant Keele campus.
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Jan 31, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
International Students Admission & Scholarships Information Session
Tue, Feb 4, 2025 11 - 11:30 a.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for a 20-minute info session to learn about our programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Feb 4, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Feb 7, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Feb 11, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
International Students Admission & Scholarships Information Session
Wed, Feb 12, 2025 8 - 8:30 p.m.
Join York's international student recruitment officers for a 20-minute info session to learn about our programs, campuses, admissions, scholarships, and more!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Feb 14, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Feb 18, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Feb 21, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Feb 25, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Feb 28, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Mar 4, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Mar 7, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Mar 11, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Mar 14, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Mar 18, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Mar 21, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Mar 25, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Mar 28, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Apr 1, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Apr 4, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Apr 8, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Apr 11, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Apr 15, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Apr 18, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Tue, Apr 22, 2025 2 - 3 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!
In-Person Glendon Campus Tour | Visite guidée en personne du campus Glendon
Fri, Apr 25, 2025 3 - 4 p.m.
Glendon Campus in-person tours are back! | Rejoignez-nous en personne au campus Glendon!

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Visit the Contact SSA page for more details on hours of operation.

Email: study@yorku.ca

 

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Bennett Centre for Student Services
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