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Global Rankings & Achievements

York makes substantial leap forward in latest QS World University Rankings

York University continues to strengthen its global position as a leading research-intensive university as highlighted in the 20th edition of the QS World University Rankings. This year, York climbed more than 100 spots over last year, moving up to 353rd out of 1,500 universities – a 25 per cent improvement in the University’s standing over the past […]

York University jumps five spots to 35th in world in today’s 2024 THE Impact Rankings

TORONTO, June 12, 2024 – York University champions sustainability and actively makes positive changes in local and global communities through its work on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Today’s 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings announcement recognizes that work as York jumped five places to rank 35th in the world.  York’s overall ranking […]

Visionary global educator, York U prof emerita given one of Canada’s highest honours

Retired Professor Wenona Giles who broke borders to bring higher education to refugees in Dadaab, Kenya, one of the world’s largest refugee camps, is recognized with Order of Canada    “I am both delighted and astonished,” said Senior Scholar and retired Professor Wenona Giles at York University, after she was recently appointed as an Officer to the Order of Canada […]

York University bolsters international reputation through THE World Rankings

York University has climbed in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) World Rankings and continues to establish itself as a beacon of excellence and a leader in international outlook.    York University is now in the 351-400 band – a significant improvement from the last few years where we were above the 400 mark. The World […]