Welcome international offer holders
Congratulations on your offer! You're one step closer to joining us. Let's take this next step together.
This page provides everything you need to know about your offer and what to do next. You'll also find information to help prepare for university life and your exciting move to the UK. We can't wait to welcome you!
What to do now
Accept your place
Need a bit of help understanding your offer? Find out what it all means and how to reply.
Apply for your visa and CAS
Apply for your student visa once you have an unconditional offer and CAS from York.
Book accommodation
Once you've accepted your offer, find the right room for the coming year.
Sort your finances
Time to get organised. It's time to pay your tuition fees and apply for scholarships.
Improve your English
Take a pre-sessional course to develop your academic and English skills.
Get ready for York
Next stop, York! Our guide explains what to do once you confirm your place.
What to look forward to
- Your new city: culture, festivals, nightlife
- Your new hobbies: sport, societies, volunteering
- Your college family: events, socials, support
- Your self-improvement: placements, careers, travel
Shortlisted for University of the Year
Good University Guide 2024
One of only four unis rated Gold for teaching and Top Ten for research
(alongside Oxford, Cambridge and Imperial in the latest TEF/REF rankings)
A Top 20 university
Complete University Guide 2025; Times 2025; THE 2024
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Regularly voted among the UK's friendliest cities
The Sunday Times (and others)
More than 20 awards for gender equality
Athena Swan Charter