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York College

York, United Kingdom • Founded 1999

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: yorkcollege.ac.uk · How we collect data

Overview

English Name: York College
Founded: 1999
Institution Type: College
Control Type: Public
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A public college based in York, United Kingdom, York College was founded in 1999 and operates as a higher-education provider.

Academically, York College runs a small set of programmes.

The institution serves 227 students.

Location & Contact

Geographic and contact information for York College is listed below.

Map:
Phone: 01904 770100
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Academic Details

The numbers behind York College: student body, academic staff, and recognising bodies.

Academic Year: 2024/25
Total Students: 227
Female Students: 12,715

Programs Offered

Every programme York College currently runs, grouped by degree level and searchable.

5 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 4 programmes

Foundation 1 programme

Scholarships in United Kingdom

Scholarships and grants accessible to students attending York College or other universities in the United Kingdom are below.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.
York College & University Centre Bursary
University funded · 800 GBP per year
A Higher Education Bursary of £800 a year for full-time degree-level students (£400 a year for part-time students) who have qualified for the maximum Maintenance Loan, paid in two instalments (November and around Easter), subject to attendance.

How to apply to York College

What applying to York College involves, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. York College offers 5 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Each programme at York College has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Submit via UCAS or the institution

    Undergraduate applicants apply through UCAS (ucas.com) rather than directly to York College. Postgraduate applicants apply directly through York College's own admissions portal at www.yorkcollege.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Reach the institution by phone at 01904 770100. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about York College

Below are key facts about York College, drawn directly from institutional records.

When was York College founded?

York College was established in 1999 (approximately 27 years ago).

Where can I find York College?

The institution is located in York, United Kingdom.

Is York College public or private?

It is a public higher-education institution.

How many students does York College have?

The institution has a student body of 227.

What is York College's official website?

York College's official website is www.yorkcollege.ac.uk.

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