Not sure where to start? Don’t worry. We’ve created a roadmap to help you make the most out of your university career. Below is a list of everything York has to offer, from academic supports, campus clubs, co-op opportunities and so much more.
Explore our year-to-year outlines, so you don’t miss a thing!
Professional Success
- Network with thousands of other students.
- Learn what you can do with your degree.
- Start setting goals and building your skills.
- Plan ahead and learn about the LA&PS Co-op Program.
- Have questions about jobs and your future career? We can help.
- Attend employer events to learn more about your career.
Personal Success
- Attend your Social Orientation and meet new people and discover campus resources.
- Get to know your college and all it has to offer.
- Take a tour, you’ll be surprised by what you’ll learn.
- Explore student clubs and organizations.
- Check out our athletic and recreational facilities.
- Explore and engage in York’s rich student life.
- Finding funding and financial support.
- What’s OSAP? Find out more about the Ontario Student Assistance Program.
- Are you an International Student? York International and LA&PS International can help you every step of the way.
Academic Success
- Check in with your Academic Advisor.
- Attend your Academic Orientation.
- Attend a PASS study session or SNACK drop-in session to help you with your coursework and meet other students.
- Visit York U libraries for research support and access to materials.
- Attend a Learning Skills workshop for study and time management tips.
- Connect with a writing tutor at the Writing Centre.
- Visit SPARK online to help with research projects and assignments.
Professional Success
- Grow your network, volunteer with one of our more than 400 clubs and associations.
- Get some experience with Work Integrated Learning.
- Apply to the LA&PS Co-op Program.
- Attend employer events.
- Check out LA&PS Career Readiness supports.
- Track your curricular experience with Becoming YU.
- Grow your network and connect with alumni.
- Apply for an on-campus job.
- Apply to be a Peer Leader.
Personal Success
- Learn more about Study Abroad opportunities.
- Expand your horizons with a language proficiency certificate.
- Get involved with your college council or help organize orientation.
- Learn about different ways to fund your studies.
- Learn how to manage your money.
Academic Success
- Meet up with you Academic Advisor to ensure you are on the right track.
- Explore your horizons, enrol in courses outside your major or consider a minor certificate.
- Attend a PASS study session or SNACK drop-in session to help you with your coursework and meet other students.
- Attend a Learning Skills workshop to understand how you learn best.
- Need help writing a paper? Meet up with a tutor.
- Get help with assignments – visit SPARK.
- Hone your presentations skills.
Professional Success
- Grow your network, volunteer with one of our more than 400 clubs and associations.
- Get some experience with Work Integrated Learning.
- Apply to the LA&PS Co-op Program.
- Attend employer events.
- Check out LA&PS Career Readiness supports.
- Track your curricular experience with Becoming YU.
- Grow your network and connect with alumni.
- Apply for an on-campus job.
- Apply to be a Peer Leader.
Personal Success
- Learn more about Study Abroad opportunities.
- Run for an executive position on a club or with SCOLAPS.
- Learn more about leadership awards.
- Learn about different ways to fund your studies.
- Learn how to manage your money.
- Support peers.
Academic Success
- Meet up with your Academic Advisor to ensure you are on the right track.
- Find out more about the Dean’s Award for Research Excellence.
- Attend a PASS study session or SNACK drop-in session to help you with your coursework and meet other students.
- Explore graduate school options and credit requirements.
- Participate in college events and develop relationships with other students in your field.
- Need help writing a paper? Meet up with a tutor.
- Get help with assignments – visit SPARK.
- Keys to success: Get academic support.
- Explore scholarship and bursaries.
- Get help with your presentation skills.
Professional Success
- Get some experience with Work Integrated Learning.
- Attend a Career Fair at York.
- Take a break from the classroom and learn about the LA&PS Co-op Program.
- Attend employer events.
- Check out LA&PS Career Readiness supports.
- Got an Idea? Visit Launch YU for entrepreneur support.
- Track your curricular performance on Becoming YU.
- Grow your network and connect with alumni.
- Apply for an on-campus job.
- Apply to be a Peer Leader.
Personal Success
- Continue involvement in clubs and College councils.
- Connect to an International Immigration Advisor if you plan to stay in Canada after graduation.
- Learn about different ways to fund your studies.
- Learn how to manage your money.
Academic Success
- Meet up with your Academic Advisor to ensure you are on the right track.
- Explore graduate school options and credit requirements.
- Connect with a professor or staff member to help with next steps.
- Need help writing a paper? Meet up with a tutor.
- Get help with assignments – visit SPARK.
- Find out more about the Dean’s Award for Research Excellence.
Professional Success
- Register for a LA&PS Career Workshop.
- Check out LA&PS Career Readiness supports.
- Visit the Career Education and Development to prep for steps after graduation.
- Got an Idea? Visit Launch YU for entrepreneur support.
- Apply for an on-campus job.
- Apply to be a Peer Leader.
Personal Success
- Stay connected with alumni.
- Learn about different ways to fund your studies.
- Get details on repaying your OSAP loan.
Academic Success
- Meet up with your Academic Advisor to ensure you are on the right track.
- Apply to graduate and attend convocation.
- Showcase your work at the Undergraduate Research Fair.
- Need help writing a paper? Meet up with a tutor.
- Get help with assignments – visit SPARK.
- Find out more about the Dean’s Award for Research Excellence.