Yukon University welcomes applications from all Canadian citizens, landed immigrants, persons with permanent resident status or a study permit.
Applicants are considered for admission to most programs on a first-come, first-served basis, after all required documents and the application fee have been received. To ensure consideration for a program, apply as early as possible.
Applicants without the academic prerequisites may qualify for entry into a program by successfully completing University Assessments.
Applicants and students who have been identified or who suspect they have any kind of disability or condition that might affect their learning should contact the Learning Assistance Centre as early in the application process as possible.
Language of instruction
English is the language of instruction and communication at the University. All coursework required of the students shall be in English, except for other language courses.
Regardless of the country of origin or citizenship, all applicants will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English before being accepted to programs of study (other than English as a Second Language program). This may be done by providing:
- Proof of achievement at the grade level designated as the admission requirement for the program to which the student is applying, or equivalent; OR
- Proof of achievement at the prescribed level in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or the Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test (CLBPT) or ACCUPLACER ESL scores.
International transcripts
Applicants educated in a country other than Canada or the United States should have their transcripts evaluated by an agency such as International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES) in British Columbia or International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) in Alberta.
International students: visit YukonU International to learn more international student enrolment.