Location | York, United Kingdom | Funding Type | Public |
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No of Students | 18000 | Establishment | University |
Founded In | 1963 | Estimated Cost of Living | 9207 GBP |
Address | University of York |
We are a high-performing Russell Group university where enquiring minds, inspiring lecturers and world-class researchers thrive. We provide exceptional learning experiences that stay with our students for the rest of their lives, enabling them to flourish within and beyond their studies.
Since our foundation in 1963, York’s focus on academic excellence has resulted in a strong reputation across the globe. In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019 we were ranked in the Top 50 in the world for Arts and Humanities and in the top 100 for Social Sciences.
Our founding values of excellence, equality and opportunity for all, anchored by the highest academic standards, are as true today as they were when the University of York opened its doors. We started out with just over 230 students and are now home to more than 18,000 students from over 150 countries.
We provide opportunities and experiences for our students to enhance their personal and professional development, helping to meet the needs of global employers.