
York University's overall acceptance rate has declined from 66% in the application year 2020 to 48% in 2023, reflecting increased selectivity. In 2023, the university received 506 applications, accepting 241 students, down from 367 acceptances among 555 applicants in 2020. Historically, acceptance rates have ranged from a high of 66% in 2020 to a low of 44% in 2015, with gradual decreases in recent years, such as 62% in 2021 and 57% in 2022. This trend indicates a shifting landscape of competitiveness for prospective students at York University.