York University Admission Requirements

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York University Admission Overview

York University admission requirements are competitive. Last year York University admitted 51.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.02 GPA (B) and SAT 880-1110 / ACT 16-23. York University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

York University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

51.9%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for York University

Acceptance Rate

The York University acceptance rate is 51.9%. Last year, 318 of 613 applicants were admitted. That is the 3rd lowest acceptance rate in Nebraska.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into York University and can you get accepted?

York University is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

York University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.02. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the lower half of their high school class. 42% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

York University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.02

Typical High School Grades

B

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.02

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at York University typically have around a 3.02 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. York University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #15 in Nebraska for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.0 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

York University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

880-1110

Freshmen who sent SAT

39%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 450
  • Math 430
  • Composite 880
SAT 25th percentile scores for York University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 540
  • Math 570
  • Composite 1110
SAT 75th percentile scores for York University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at York University typically score around a 1000 SAT (middle 50% 880–1110) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 40th percentile nationally. York University ranks #9 in the state of Nebraska for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 880 to 1110

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SAT policy

York University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1000 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at York University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1110+ Above 75th >67%
1000 to 1110 Avg + 53%-67%
880 to 1000 Avg - 36%-53%
Below 880 Below mid-50 <36%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

York University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

16-23

Freshmen reporting ACT

59%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 15
  • Math 16
  • Composite 16
ACT 25th percentile scores for York University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 23
  • Math 23
  • Composite 23
ACT 75th percentile scores for York University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at York University typically have around a 19 ACT (mid-50 16–23) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 44th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. York University places #11 among colleges in Nebraska for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 16 to 23

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to York University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 19.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at York University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
23+ Above 75th >69%
19 to 23 Avg + 52%-69%
16 to 19 Avg - 38%-52%
Below 16 Below mid-50 <38%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

53% of York University freshman are in the lower half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted York University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 8.6%
Top 25% of class 24%
Top 50% of class 47%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

York University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 292 321 613
Accepted 141 177 318
Acceptance Rate 48% 55% 52%
Enrolled 51 84 135
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 36% 47% 42%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to York University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

York University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to York University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at York University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

York University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 51.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.02 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (880-1110); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=181853.

GPA calculator: York University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026