Application Process

How Do I Apply?

Our application and admission process is as easy as 1, 2, 3. We've outlined the 6 main steps to take you from application to orientation. To find out more details, just click on one of the boxes.

Our process is a little different if you're an international student, military/veteran student, or a former York University student that's wanting to return. But don't worry, we've got you covered:

View admissions process for international, military/veteran, or readmit students.

Complete Your Application

Send in Transcripts & Test Scores

Complete FAFSA Application

Pay Enrollment Deposit & Reserve Housing

Accept your Financial Aid Package

1.	Complete Your Application The first step towards becoming a York University student is filling out an application. Luckily our app is quick, painless and absolutely FREE! Apply Now

2.

Send in Transcripts & Test Scores

After your application is complete, the next step is to send us your school transcripts and ACT/SAT or *TOEFL/Duolingo Certified English test scores.

We require an official high school transcript from all undergraduate applicants. If you're a transfer student from another college or university, we'll need an official transcript from all colleges you've attempted hours including online.

To send us your high school transcripts, simply print out the form below, fill it out, and hand it in to your Guidance Counselor. Transfers with 28 earned hours or more are not required to submit high school transcripts.

*international students only

Transcript Request Form

We will also need your ACT or SAT test scores. Use the York University school code to make sure they get to us.

ACT Code: 2484
SAT Code: 6984

To be accepted unconditionally, you will need to meet our admission requirements.

Admission Requirements for First Time College Student

To be accepted unconditionally, student must meet these requirements:

Minimum of a 2.0 GPA based on a 4.0 scale
Minimum ACT score of 18 or an SAT score of 960 (940 if SAT taken prior to May 1, 2019).
Sub-scores in Math and English below requirement may require assigned level courses

Note: Homeschoolers and those taking the GED must take the ACT or SAT to be considered for acceptance. Passing the GED equals a 2.0 GPA. To be accepted unconditionally, homeschoolers and those taking the GED must meet both GPA and ACT/SAT requirements.

Admission Requirements for Transfer Students

27 earned college credit hours or less:

Proof of high school graduation
Minimum ACT score of 18 or an SAT score of 970 (940 if SAT taken prior to May 1, 2019)
Sub-scores in Math and English below requirement may require assigned level courses
Minimum of a 1.6 cumulative GPA from all college transcripts

28-59 earned college credit hours:

Minimum of a 1.8 cumulative GPA from all college transcripts

60+ earned college credit hours:

Minimum of a 2.0 cumulative GPA from all college transcripts

3.

Complete FAFSA Application

Applying for Federal Financial Aid can seem overwhelming, so we've tried to breakdown the important steps in this process. If you have any questions, please contact the financial aid offices at (402) 363-5625 or financialaid@york.edu.

Find out more about applying for FAFSA

4.

Pay Enrollment Deposit & Reserve Housing

You’ve been accepted and now you’re ready to be a York University Panther! The next step is to pay your $100 enrollment deposit. This deposit is fully refundable until August 1st (or December 21st if you are enrolling in the spring) and will allow you to reserve your housing, register for classes, and get your York University email credentials.

After completing your payment, you'll have the option to complete our housing form. Fill this out and we’ll save you a room at one of our residence halls or campus apartments.

NOTE: Even if you are not living in on-campus housing, the $100 enrollment deposit is required to enroll at York University.

Pay Enrollment Deposit

5.

Financial Aid / Student Account

Once you're Final Accepted, you will need to accept your financial aid package. You will work through your Net Partner account for each step. If forms are required to complete then simply complete, sign and return them to York University by emailing financialaid@york.edu or mail to:

York University
c/0 Laurie Briggs
1125 E. 8th St.
York, NE 68467

6.

Register for Classes

You're almost a Panther...you just need to register for classes. If you're an accepted student & you've paid your deposit, you will be able to register for classes once the course catalog is opened by our Registrar. Contact your admissions counselor to see if you're eligible to enroll. If you have any other questions, please call us at 402-363-5627.

Admissions Forms