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No matter our backgrounds, no matter our passions, we can each do good in the world. All it takes is opportunity - and at York, we're here to make opportunity possible.

We're a high-performing Russell Group university with a reputation for inspirational and life-changing research which feeds directly into our teaching. We're the proud home of over 20,000 students from over 150 countries, each contributing to our inclusive community. Let's make a difference, together.

Our American community

With a vibrant community of around 270 students from the USA, you’ll never be alone. At York:

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Katja, from the USA, explains how York has become her home from home.

I love York’s history, most things in the city are older than the US! The walls, Minster and all the museums make York an amazing place for exploring. The city itself is full of history, ghost stories, and every pub has a great feel.

William, BSc Environmental Science

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Entry requirements

The entry requirements below are provided for guidance only. The acceptance rate may vary by course. Other post-school qualifications may also be considered for entry to York on a case-by-case basis.

If you are studying A Levels or the International Baccalaureate please see our typical standard offers for GCE A Level and the International Baccalaureate on our course pages.

US curriculum

We understand US curriculum schools are varied in their course offerings and testing requirements. Therefore we will consider combinations of qualifications which demonstrate a high level of academic ability.

We will consider the following scores depending on course applied for:

Category 1
A level equivalent A B C
College Board Advanced Placement tests (APs) 5 4 3
Dual Enrolment/College-level class credit from Grade 11 or 12 A+, A, A- B+, B, B- B+, B, B-
International Baccalaureate Higher Level Subjects 6 6 5
Category 2
Grade 11 or 12 Honors classes A+, A, A- B+, B, B- B+, B, B-
Grade 11 or 12 AP class score A+, A, A- B+, B, B- B+, B, B-
ACT Composite scores 28 27 26
SAT scores 1350 (min 700 Maths, 650 ERW) 1290 (min 620 Maths, 650 ERW) 1250 (min 620 Maths, 620 ERW)
See Notes for further information

You can meet our entry requirements in the following ways:

1. Three subjects from a combination of Category 1 qualifications

Examples:

  • 5,5,4 in three AP tests 
  • 5,4 in two AP tests plus A in one Dual Enrolment class 
  • A,A,B in three Dual Enrolment courses

2. Two subjects from Category 1 qualifications plus one further subject/qualification from Category 2

Examples:

  • 5,4 in two AP tests plus A in grade 12 Honors class
  • 5 in one AP test plus B in one Dual Enrolment class plus 28 in ACT composite score
  • A, A+ in two Dual Enrolment classes plus SAT score of 1290 (min 620 Maths, 650 ERW) 

3. If your school does not offer Advanced Placement curriculum or Dual Enrolment classes

We will consider students who are completing the US High School Diploma with Honors classes (or a combination of two Honors classes plus one ACT/ SAT score) on a case-by-case basis. Your school will need to confirm that it does not offer AP classes, and you will need to have a minimum overall GPA of 3.2

4. If you’re studying for an Associate or Bachelor Degree

We will accept a minimum of 1 year’s study with a GPA of 3.0 - 4.0, depending on the course you are applying to. You may be required to take classes in essential subjects.

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Foundation courses

To help you meet our undergraduate entry requirements, you can study a Foundation course through our International Pathway College. Explore our international pathways.

Postgraduate taught courses

For a postgraduate taught course such as a Masters, you would normally need a Bachelors degree from a recognised institution. Typically, you'll need at least the equivalent of a UK lower second class honours degree (2:2). Actual requirements will vary by course.

  • A score of 3.2 out of 4.0 is considered comparable to a UK 2:1
  • A score of 2.8 out of 4.0 is considered comparable to a UK 2:2

Postgraduate research courses

For a research degree, such as an MPhil or a PhD, you would normally need a Bachelors degree plus either a Masters degree in a relevant subject or some experience of conducting research.

Explore our postgraduate courses

Pre-masters courses

To help you meet our postgraduate entry requirements, you can study a Pre-Masters course through our International Pathway College. Explore our international pathways.

The USA is a majority English-speaking country, as specified by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Therefore, if you are a USA national, you do not need to provide evidence of your English language abilities.

The USA is a majority English-speaking country, as specified by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Therefore, if you are a USA national, you do not need to provide evidence of your English language abilities.

Scholarships, funding and fees

University of York scholarships

We offer a number of scholarships and funding opportunities for international students both at a University level and departmental level.

Find out more about undergraduate funding, scholarships and loans

External sources of funding

There are a number of external funding bodies that exist to support study in the UK. You may be able to apply for some of their competitive scholarships and awards:

Government departments, international agencies, charitable organisations and private companies may also be able to provide financial support for certain subject areas. If there is a local British Council office near you they can provide up-to-date advice on what is available for your country and you can search for scholarships online.

University of York scholarships

We offer a number of scholarships and funding opportunities for international students both at a University level and departmental level.

Find out more about postgraduate taught funding, scholarships and loans

Find out more about postgraduate research funding, scholarships and loans

External sources of funding

There are a number of external funding bodies that exist to support study in the UK. You may be able to apply for some of their competitive scholarships and awards:

Government departments, international agencies, charitable organisations and private companies may also be able to provide financial support for certain subject areas. If there is a local British Council office near you they can provide up-to-date advice on what is available for your country and you can search for scholarships online.

Fees

University students pay tuition fees to cover the cost of teaching. Our tuition fees vary by course and may change on a year-to-year basis.

Undergraduate tuition fees

Living costs and additional expenses

It's important to keep in mind the cost of living away from home throughout your studies. From accommodation to food shopping, our undergraduate living costs guide aims to give you an overview of the cost of student life in the UK.

Fees

University students pay tuition fees to cover the cost of teaching. Our tuition fees vary by course and may change on a year-to-year basis.

Postgraduate taught tuition fees

Postgraduate research tuition fees

Living costs and additional expenses

It's important to keep in mind the cost of living away from home throughout your studies. From accommodation to food shopping, our postgraduate taught living costs guide and postgraduate research living costs guides aim to give you an overview of the cost of student life in the UK.

Application support

If you wish to receive extra support when applying to study in the UK, you can choose to be counselled by an agent. The University of York is partnered with numerous education agents in USA, who are carefully selected and regularly trained by the University.

Our agent partners:

You can also seek advice from the British Council in the USA.

The list above includes partners that we highly recommend based on the country from which you are applying. The services provided can vary, as can the fees (some services are free of charge). We recommend that you use the web links provided to research your options thoroughly before making a final decision.

Students who choose to be counselled by an agent should expect the following standards of service:

  • Agent representatives will support you throughout the application process, including advice when preparing and submitting required documents
  • Agent representatives will have full access to your data within your application and may discuss your application in full with the University of York
  • Agent representatives should be honest and accurate when communicating with you about the University, and vice versa
  • Agent representatives will conduct themselves with fairness and integrity at all times and are subject to a rigorous selection and ongoing training process by the University of York.

It is important to us that you are satisfied with the service that you receive from an agent. You can provide feedback to us by completing the agent feedback form. All responses are anonymous. If you have any questions please contact international@york.ac.uk.

Immigration and visa applications can be really confusing. We've tried to explain the process as simply as we can.

Visa and immigration advice

University applications can be daunting. To apply to York, you will need to complete an application via UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). Here's an overview of what happens when, and how to join us at York.

Apply for an undergraduate course

You can apply online for postgraduate taught and postgraduate research degrees. You can apply all year round in most cases but we recommend that you apply as early as possible due to competition for places and funding application deadlines. Here's an overview of what happens when, and how to join us at York.

Apply for a postgraduate taught course

Apply for a postgraduate research course

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Sharon Kaur

Sharon Kaur

International Officer, North America

You can book an appointment with Sharon to find out more about studying at York.

Book an online appointment with Sharon

sharon.kaur@york.ac.uk

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