Best University in York for International Students

Why study in York?

York is a historic walled city in North Yorkshire, home to York Minster and around two hours from London by train.

The University of York is the featured university for international students in York on this page. Below you can see its key facts, followed by a guide to entry requirements, costs, intakes and visas for studying in York.

Top universities in York for international students

• University of York — QS 2026: #169. Founded in 1963, the University of York is a collegiate campus university, so every student is part of a college.

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This table compares the universities on this page by ranking, approximate international tuition fee, intakes and typical English requirement. Fees and requirements change every year and vary by course, so confirm the latest figures on each official website.

Entry requirements to study in York

• Undergraduate: good Class 12 / high-school results (top universities expect very high grades), or an international foundation year. Applications go through UCAS.
• Postgraduate: a relevant bachelor’s degree — leading universities usually expect the equivalent of a UK 2:1, while many others consider around 55–60% from recognised Indian universities.
• English: usually IELTS Academic 6.0–7.0 overall depending on the university and course; PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT and English waivers are accepted by many universities.
• Documents: passport, transcripts, statement of purpose, references, CV, and a portfolio for creative courses.

Cost of studying and living in York

International tuition at the university listed here is approximately £22,000 – £34,000 per year, depending on the course.

Living costs in York are generally lower than in London, which helps your budget go further — especially for accommodation and transport.

Intakes and application deadlines

September/October is the main intake. Several universities on this page also offer a January intake for selected postgraduate courses. For most other undergraduate courses the UCAS equal-consideration deadline is in late January, while postgraduate applications are usually open on a rolling basis. Apply 8–12 months ahead for the best chance of offers and scholarships.

Work while you study and after graduation

Degree-level Student visa holders can usually work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time in official vacations, and York offers part-time jobs in retail, hospitality, campus roles and internships. After graduation, the Graduate Route visa lets you stay and work in the UK — currently two years for bachelor’s and master’s graduates (reducing to 18 months for applications made on or after 1 January 2027) and three years for PhD graduates.

Student life in York

Universities here have active students’ unions with hundreds of clubs and societies, including Indian and international student societies. England’s excellent rail network makes weekend trips easy.

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