Everyone deserves another chance. Take advantage of our Degree Resumption Program and complete your degree with York University’s Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS).
We understand that life can present challenges and obstacles that may have led you to pause your studies. Nonetheless, we believe that it is never too late to reignite your academic journey and work towards completing your degree.
The decision to return to LA&PS is a significant step towards achieving your academic and professional goals, and we are here to help.
Get Started
Follow these simple steps to kickstart your future.
Step 1
Complete the online form to register your interest and trigger an email with a program webinar.
Step 4
An academic advisor will connect with you to assess your application and confirm next steps.
Program Benefits & Outcomes
- Receive ongoing support from a dedicated academic advisor and benefit from an individualized academic plan designed to help you succeed.
- Access opportunities available to all LA&PS students including paid co-op, study abroad opportunities, academic resources and supports.
- Finish your degree at your own pace with no set timelines in a welcoming and supportive environment.
- Become a university graduate by earning your degree.
- Experience the reward of investing in your personal and professional growth.
How does the program work?
Students who started their degree at LA&PS or the Faculty of Arts or the Atkinson Faculty of Professional Studies but left before completion, and have been away for two or more years, can re-apply to resume their studies with their previous earned credits.
All previous grades are excluded from your record and only the applicable credits are applied to your degree program – you start this program with a fresh GPA.
We provide additional and continuous support throughout your time at LA&PS to help you achieve your goals and earn your degree.
Are you a good candidate for the program?
- You are a Domestic or International LA&PS student who has not been enrolled for two or more years. You were previously enrolled in a program at the Faculty of Arts, the Atkinson Faculty of Professional Studies or the merged Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies.
- You want to explore and complete a new degree or continue in the same program you were previously enrolled in.
- You are looking to benefit from a fresh GPA in your program and the ability to transfer credits for courses in which you've earned a grade of C or higher.
Student Testimonials
Amidst extenuating circumstances, I made a decision to pause my academic journey to work on myself and began working full-time. However, my aspiration to complete my undergraduate degree and attend law school only grew stronger with time. I reapplied to York University and was accepted into the degree resumption program. The program allowed me to rekindle my passion, reaffirmed my goals and reignited confidence and belief in myself. As I prepare to embark on the next chapter of my journey to law school, I do so with confidence and resilience thanks to the Degree Resumption program.
— Noel Mirzoyev
Student in the Degree Resumption Program
Questions?
Read through our Frequently Asked Questions or get in touch at studentrelations@yorku.ca.