General Undergraduate Admission
How many students do you admit each year?
We admit approximately 800–900 students per year.
When are offers sent out?
We begin assessing applications after the Supplementary Application deadline. Eligible applicants for Early Consideration may receive offers between December 2026 and January 2027. Regular offers of admission are then issued on an ongoing basis from March through the end of May 2027. Applicants can check the status of their application and supporting documents through York MyFile.
For Fall 2027, admitted BBA students will subsequently receive information on the Keele and Markham campus pathways and how to declare their campus preference. Further details will be available in early 2027.
*Pending York University Senate approval.
If I do not apply for Early Consideration, will I be disadvantaged?
No. Early Consideration is optional. Applicants who apply by the regular deadlines will not be disadvantaged in how their application is assessed.
Applying by the Early Consideration deadlines simply gives you the opportunity to have your application reviewed earlier in the admission cycle.
If I apply for Early Consideration but do not receive an early offer, will I still be considered?
Yes. If you apply for Early Consideration but do not receive an early offer, your application will continue to be considered during the regular admission cycle as additional Grade 12 information becomes available.
Not receiving an early offer does not mean that your application has been unsuccessful.
Do you offer admission for the Winter (January) semester?
The BBA program has one intake per year, which is in Fall (September). It is not possible to apply for the Winter (January) or Summer (May) intake. We also do not allow deferrals from the Fall to the Winter intake. To browse programs that offer a January or May start, please visit futurestudents.yorku.ca
Will I automatically be offered admission (i.e., receive a switch offer) to another program at York if I am not admitted to Schulich?
Applicants may not automatically receive an alternate offer. We recommend that applicants apply to more than one program to ensure they have additional options if they are not admitted to Schulich.
I am a mature student. Should I apply?
No.
Unfortunately, due to our small class sizes and the structure of the program, we are unable to consider mature students.
We encourage you to explore other business programs at York University.
Undergraduate Program Details
What makes Schulich’s BBA different from other business programs?
Schulich’s BBA offers a comprehensive and customizable business education, allowing students to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals. During their first two years, students build a strong foundation across key business disciplines before exploring more specialized areas as they progress through the program.
A key strength of the BBA is its flexibility and breadth of choice. Students can choose from 11 areas of specialization, along with a wide range of Schulich business electives and non-business electives across York University, providing opportunities to personalize their degree and explore interests beyond business.
Beyond the classroom, students benefit from international exchange opportunities, experiential learning, student clubs, case competitions, and dedicated career development support through Schulich’s Centre for Career Design. Schulich’s global alumni network and employer connections further enhance these opportunities.
The program also fosters a strong sense of community through a cohort-based experience, shared core courses, collaborative learning, and student activities, encouraging meaningful connections with classmates and faculty throughout their studies.
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What specializations does Schulich offer?
Schulich offers 11 specializations: Accounting; Business Analytics; Business Economics and Policy; Entrepreneurial & Family Business Studies; Finance; Global Business; Marketing; Operations and Supply Chain Management; Organization Studies; Strategic Management; and Sustainability (formerly Responsible Business).
Students can pursue up to two specializations beginning in Year 3, after completing their foundational business courses in Years 1 and 2. Specialization is optional, allowing students to tailor their degree to their interests and career goals.
I’d like to become an accountant. Can I complete CPA requirements within the BBA degree?
Schulich is a CPA program partner, and we are currently reviewing and adjusting our BBA curriculum to align with the updated CPA requirements. The BBA program is designed to support students who are interested in pursuing the CPA designation; however, the specific CPA-related course requirements and credit eligibility are subject to change.
What are the class sizes at Schulich?
Class sizes at Schulich are comparable to those at other leading Canadian business schools. In the first two years of the BBA, some core courses at Keele have larger class sizes, complemented by smaller tutorial groups that encourage discussion and interaction. As students progress into Years 3 and 4 and pursue specializations, classes typically become smaller.
Students beginning their BBA at Markham will experience a more intimate academic setting during their first two years. In Years 3 and 4, they transition to Keele Campus to pursue their upper-year studies alongside the broader Schulich BBA community.
Do you offer exchange abroad?
Schulich offers academic exchange opportunities in 32 countries at 66 leading business schools. Between 150 and 200 Schulich students participate each year. Eligible BBA students may go on exchange in the Winter term of Year 3 or the Fall or Winter term of Year 4, subject to current program requirements. Students starting at Markham transition to Keele for upper-year study and may participate subject to the same eligibility and academic planning rules. More information.
Will I study business all four years?
Yes. Schulich BBA students take business courses starting in Year 1, Semester 1, alongside electives outside their core business studies. Students on the Markham pathway take their required first- and second-year BBA core courses at Markham; elective courses may be taken at Keele, subject to enrolment rules. Markham students then move to Keele for Years 3 and 4.
Do you offer co-op?
Schulich offers domestic and international summer internships instead of a formal BBA co-op program, including some internships that offer course credit. Students can apply for internships with employers recruiting at Schulich. Internships are supported through the Schulich Centre for Career Design, the School’s designated career office. This structure applies to BBA students beginning at either Keele or Markham. Centre for Career Design.
Undergraduate Academic Requirements
What grades do I need to be admitted?
Ontario High School Students: To be academically competitive, Ontario applicants should aim for Grade 12 results ranging from the high 80s to low 90s, although minimum cutoffs in previous years have ranged between 91% and 92%. Meeting a minimum GPA does not guarantee admission.
Non-Ontario High School: Refer to https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements and select the relevant curriculum and program. International undergraduate recruitment: askinternational@yorku.ca.
Are grades or requirements different for applicants interested in Markham?
No. The same BBA admission standards and academic requirements apply to Keele and Markham. Campus preference is not part of the initial admissions assessment.
Are grades weighted more than the Supplementary Application?
An applicant must have adequate scores in both areas to be considered for an offer of admission. Strong grades will not compensate for a weak Supplementary Application, and vice versa.
Are courses taken in night school, summer school, private school or online treated differently?
All grades are evaluated equally, including those taken at night school, summer school, private school or online. However, we reserve the right to review an applicant’s entire academic history, not just their grade 12 courses. Courses taken at a private school must be accredited by the Ministry of Education in Ontario.
Note 1: It is not possible to complete course requirements or upgrade your grades in the summer preceding entrance to Schulich. Our admission cycle will be finished by the time final grades are received. Any courses not completed by July 1 will not be considered. Summer school will only be considered if courses are taken during the summer between grade 11 and grade 12.
Note 2: If you are taking an online course (ex. through OVS or ILC), you must adhere to the Ontario high school grade submission timelines. Mid-term grades for all in-progress courses must be submitted by your school to OUAC/York University by April 15th, and courses must be completed, with final grades submitted by July 1st.
Can I repeat a course? How is that evaluated?
We take all courses an applicant has completed into consideration during our holistic review. We are aware that students take courses a second time to achieve higher grades, and although this does not exclude a candidate from being considered for admission, it can be taken into consideration along with their overall academic performance.
Do you rescind offers?
Yes.
For candidates who were admitted to the BBA and have accepted their conditional offer but no longer meet our admission requirements, offers of admission will be rescinded. Some specific reasons this can occur is when the final GPA is below our minimum cutoff, or when there are missing prerequisite courses, or low grades in required prerequisite courses.
If a candidate finds themselves in this scenario they are strongly encouraged to reach out to the Schulich admissions office to discuss their options.
What are the academic requirements for Ontario high school applicants?
Please refer to the Future Students website for a full listing of the BBA admission requirements (summarized below).
To be eligible for admission, Ontario high school applicants must complete the following as part of their top six grade 12 courses:
- ENG4U (English)
- MHF4U (Advanced Functions)
- One of either MCV4U (Calculus) or MDM4U (Data Management)
- Of your top 6 Grade 12 courses you can have no more than two 4M courses
- Minimum of 70% in MHF4U and ENG4U
- Achieve your OSSD
Can I apply with my grade 11 grades?
Yes.
We recognize that at the time of your application you may not have completed or have midterm marks for your required grade 12 courses. The admissions team will prioritize those grade 12 courses that have been completed, which may or may not include the required prerequisites.
If final or midterm grades for the required prerequisites are not yet available, the 3U (Grade 11) equivalents will be considered until such time as 4U grades are made available. We also reserve the right to review your entire academic history.
What are the academic requirements if I am applying outside of Ontario or Canada?
We invite international and out-of-province candidates to review the admission requirements for at the Future Students page.
What are the Language Proficiency Requirements?
Please refer to the York University Undergraduate Language Proficiency Requirements.
TOEFL (iBT): A minimum score of 94 (pre-2026 format) or 5 (for tests taken on or after January 21, 2026).
IELTS: 7.0
Pearson PTE Academic: 67
Duolingo: 130
Other typical English Proficiency exclusions/waivers apply, which are detailed on the York University Undergraduate Language Proficiency Requirements page.
Waiver examples include:
- Four years of study in Canada in English or French at the secondary school level
- Four years of study at the secondary school level where the medium of instruction is completely in English
- *Sometimes an English medium letter from your school may be required. If this is a concern, please contact the Undergraduate International Student Recruitment team at askinternational@yorku.ca .
I live outside of Canada, but I have been taught in English throughout my high school career. Can the English Proficiency requirement be waived?
Please refer to the York University Undergraduate Language Proficiency Requirements.
After reviewing the link above, if you have any questions, please contact the Undergraduate International Student Recruitment team at askinternational@yorku.ca.
I have been studying at or have graduated from another university or college and would like to apply to the BBA program. Can I apply as a transfer student?
No.
Unfortunately, due to our small class sizes and the structure of the program, we are unable to consider students with post-secondary experience.
We encourage you to explore other business programs at York University.
Undergraduate Application Process
What is a “York Student ID Number” and where do I find it?
After applying through OUAC (https://www.ouac.on.ca/), York Admissions normally emails a nine-digit York Student ID Number within 3–5 business days. Use the number to track your application and upload documents through MyFile: https://apps4.sis.yorku.ca/. The ID is also used to access the Schulich Supplementary Application, which opens for Fall 2027 on October 15, 2026.
Campus selection (Keele or Markham) is not part of OUAC or the Supplementary Application; offer holders will receive separate instructions in early 2027.
Where do I find the Schulich Supplementary Application?
After applying through OUAC and receiving your York Student ID Number, you will receive an email invitation to complete the Schulich Supplementary Application (https://schulich.yorku.ca/admissions/suppapp/), beginning October 15, 2026. Students who applied earlier should receive their invitation on or shortly after that date. Campus preferences (Keele or Markham) are collected only after a student receives an admission offer.
I just submitted my Supplementary Application – why is it not listed as ‘received’ in MyFile?
Don’t worry – refer to the confirmation e-mail you received in your e-mail inbox after you submitted the Supplementary Application. That serves as your confirmation that it was submitted (make sure to check your spam/junk folder).
Note: As it is a manual process, it will take 7-10 business days for your Supplementary Application to be marked as “Received” in MyFile. This is normal and will not delay the review of your application.
Am I required to send reference letters with my Supplementary Application?
No letters of reference or recommendation are required. The Leadership Profile component requires contact details for individuals who can confirm the activity described.
BBA Campus Options: Keele & Markham (Fall 2027)
Beginning Fall 2027, the Schulich School of Business plans to offer the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program at York University’s Keele and Markham campuses.* Both pathways lead to the same Schulich BBA degree, with the same admissions requirements and academic standards. Markham students will study at Markham in Years 1 and 2 and at Keele in Years 3 and 4.
Students apply through the existing Schulich BBA OUAC application and do not declare a campus when applying. Only students who receive an admission offer will be invited to declare their campus preference. Further details will be made available in early 2027.
Learn more: https://schulich.yorku.ca/programs/bba/
Markham campus: https://www.yorku.ca/markham/
*Pending York University Senate approval.
What is the difference between the Keele and Markham BBA pathways?
Both campuses offer the same Schulich BBA degree, with distinct learning environments and opportunities.
Keele offers a vibrant, traditional university experience within York University’s largest campus, with access to Schulich’s established business school community, student organizations, and professional development opportunities.
Markham offers a modern, technology-focused campus designed to encourage innovation, experiential learning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Students benefit from a close-knit academic environment and opportunities to connect with peers across disciplines.
Students at Keele complete all four years of their BBA there, while students beginning at Markham transition to Keele for Years 3 and 4 to pursue Schulich’s upper-year specializations.
Why is Schulich introducing the BBA at Markham?
Schulich is expanding its BBA offering to Markham to provide students with greater choice in where and how they begin their business education.
Markham offers a modern, technology-focused learning environment that encourages innovation, experiential learning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Its close-knit academic community provides a distinctive setting for students to build their business foundation before transitioning to Keele for their upper-year studies.
The new pathway also expands access to Schulich for students in York Region and surrounding communities, while maintaining the same academic standards, admission requirements, and Schulich BBA degree.
Will I earn the same Schulich BBA degree from either campus?
Yes. The degree, admissions requirements and academic standards are the same for both campus pathways.
Can I complete all four years at Markham?
No. The Markham pathway comprises Years 1 and 2 at Markham and Years 3 and 4 at Keele.
Am I a Schulich student if I begin at Markham?
Yes. Students admitted to either campus pathway are full members of the Schulich School of Business community.
Regardless of where they begin their studies, students follow the same BBA degree requirements, benefit from Schulich’s academic curriculum and faculty expertise, and have opportunities to participate in student organizations, professional development activities, and career resources.
Both pathways lead to the same Schulich BBA degree.
Do I need to submit a separate OUAC application for Markham?
No. Fall 2027 applicants use the single existing Schulich BBA OUAC application (https://www.ouac.on.ca/). There is no separate Markham BBA application.
I have already applied to Schulich. Do I need to update my application to be considered for Markham?
No. Continue with your existing BBA application. If you receive an admission offer, you will subsequently receive details about the Keele and Markham campus options and how to declare a preference.
When do I declare my campus preference?
Only after you receive an offer of admission to the Schulich BBA. You do not declare a campus on OUAC or as part of the Supplementary Application. Further details about the selection process and applicable deadlines will be available in early 2027.
Will my campus preference affect my chances of being admitted?
No. Campus preference is collected after admission offers are issued and does not form part of the initial BBA admissions assessment.
Is admission easier at Markham than at Keele?
No. Both pathways use the same Schulich BBA admissions requirements and assessment standards. Markham is not a lower-admission-standard alternative.
Are the application deadlines different for the Markham pathway?
No. Fall 2027 deadlines are the same for both pathways.
Optional Early Consideration: OUAC November 6, 2026; Supplementary Application November 23, 2026.
Regular Consideration: OUAC January 15, 2027; Supplementary Application February 1, 2027.
Applicants meeting regular deadlines receive full admissions consideration.
Will I need to complete a separate Supplementary Application for Markham?
No. There is one Schulich BBA Supplementary Application for both campus pathways. See https://schulich.yorku.ca/admissions/suppapp/.
When will I receive instructions about choosing my campus?
Students who receive a BBA admission offer will receive a separate communication explaining the campus options and how to declare a campus preference. Further details, including instructions and deadlines, will be made available in early 2027.
When and how do I declare my preferred campus?
Only students who receive an offer of admission to the Schulich BBA will be invited to declare their preferred campus.
Further details about the campus declaration and assignment process, including applicable conditions and deadlines, will be communicated to admission offer holders in early 2027.
What happens if I do not declare a campus?
Campus declaration instructions and applicable deadlines will be communicated to admission offer holders. Please follow the instructions in that communication.
Will I study the same curriculum at Keele and Markham?
Both pathways follow the same Schulich BBA degree requirements and academic standards. Markham-pathway students complete the first two years at Markham and then transition to Keele for upper-year studies.
Can Markham BBA students take courses at Keele in Years 1 and 2?
Students beginning their BBA at Markham will complete their required BBA core courses at Markham during Years 1 and 2. Elective courses may be taken at Keele, subject to course availability, prerequisites, and enrolment requirements.
Students choosing electives at Keele should consider their course schedules and travel time between campuses. York University’s free shuttle service connects Markham and Keele.
Students then transition to Keele for Years 3 and 4 to pursue their upper-year studies and specializations.
Learn more about the Markham–Keele Shuttle Service.
Can Markham students pursue the same specializations?
Yes. Markham BBA students transition to Keele in Year 3 and may pursue the available upper-year Schulich BBA specializations, subject to academic requirements.
Can Markham students participate in international exchange?
Yes. Markham BBA students may pursue Schulich undergraduate exchange opportunities under the same applicable eligibility and academic planning requirements. Undergraduate Exchange.
Can students beginning at Markham join Schulich clubs and activities?
Yes. Students beginning at Markham are part of the broader Schulich community and can participate in eligible student clubs, networking events, case competitions, and other activities. While some events take place at Keele Campus, York University’s free shuttle service connects the two campuses, making it easier for students to participate in activities at both locations.
Learn more about the Markham–Keele shuttle service.
Will Markham students have access to Schulich career support and employer networks?
Yes. As Schulich BBA students, those beginning at Markham will have access to Schulich’s Centre for Career Design, employer networks, recruitment opportunities, and career development resources. The format and location of individual services and events may vary.
Learn more about the Schulich Centre for Career Design.
Does the Markham BBA have a formal co-op program?
No. The Schulich BBA does not have a formal co-op program. Students may pursue internships and other experiential opportunities with support from Schulich’s Centre for Career Design. Access to Markham-specific co-op services operated for other programs should not be assumed.
Is there a shuttle between Markham and Keele campuses?
Yes. York University operates a shuttle between Markham and Keele. Refer to the official website for current schedules, booking requirements and eligibility: https://www.yorku.ca/transportation/markham-keele-shuttle-service/.
Is there a first-year residence guarantee for Markham BBA students?
Yes. Incoming first-year domestic and international Schulich BBA students beginning at Markham are eligible for a first-year residence guarantee, provided they meet York University’s applicable housing eligibility requirements and application deadlines. Visit Housing.
Will Markham students have access to the same scholarships and awards?
Yes. Students beginning their Schulich BBA at Keele or Markham are eligible for Schulich scholarships and awards, subject to the eligibility requirements and selection criteria for each award.
Students are also eligible for other York University scholarships, awards, and financial assistance.
For more information, visit Schulich Undergraduate Scholarships & Awards.
Will tuition and fees differ by campus?
No. For current rates and applicable fees, consult York University’s official fee information: https://sfs.yorku.ca/fees/courses.
BBA Delayed Entry for York University Students
Each year, Schulich considers applications from first year York University students for a limited number of seats in the BBA program via the Delayed Entry pathway.
The Schulich School of Business BBA program is, broadly speaking, a Direct Entry (high school to university) program only. Current York students who have entered York directly from high school (ie. did not transfer to York from another institution and did not apply to York as a mature student) and have completed the required prerequisite courses in Year 1 may be considered on a case-by-case basis for admission to Year 2 of the BBA program via the Delayed Entry path.
The process is extremely competitive and each year a small number of students are successful (0-8 students per year).
Due to the limited seats in the program and the competitiveness of the applicant pool, meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission.
Requirements for admission for Delayed Entry can be found below. Please review the document in its entirety before reaching out with questions.
BBA Delayed Entry Information Package and Application Form
When are offers sent out for Delayed Entry?
Conditional offers for Delayed Entry Applicants are sent out in early April, prior to the beginning of the Summer term. The successful completion of SB/ACTG 2010 3.00 and SB/ACTG 2011 3.00 during the Summer Term are a condition of admission to the Delayed Entry program, along with other conditions detailed in the offer letter.
Does Schulich accept transfer students from outside York for Delayed Entry?
No.
Due to the structure of the BBA program and small program size, the Schulich School of Business does not consider external transfer students under any circumstances. If you are interested in transferring to a different business program at York like the BCom Bachelor of Commerce program in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, please view York’s eligible programs.
All prerequisite courses listed in the Delayed Entry application must be taken at York University for a candidate to be considered.
Does Schulich consider Delayed Entry candidates who currently study at York, but previously studied at another postsecondary institution?
No. Due to the structure of the BBA program and small program size, the Schulich School of Business does not consider anyone who has previously studied at another postsecondary institution.
Does Schulich consider Delayed Entry candidates who currently study at York, but joined York as a mature student?
No. Due to the structure of the BBA program and small program size, the Schulich School of Business does not consider mature students.
Does Schulich consider Delayed Entry candidates for this year/next year who began the BCom (or any other) program in the Winter (January) intake?
No. Due to the prerequisite requirements, structure of the BBA program and small program size, the Schulich School of Business does not consider Delayed Entry candidates who begin their studies at York in the Winter (January) intake.
Does Schulich consider students attempting to enter the BBA via Delayed Entry who have already studied at York for one or more years (ie. trying to transfer while in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year)?
No. Due to the structure of the BBA program and small program size, the Schulich School of Business will only consider Delayed Entry applicants who are in their first year at York.
Does Schulich consider transfer credits from outside institutions toward Delayed Entry?
We do not consider transfer credits toward Delayed Entry. All prerequisite courses listed in the Delayed Entry application must be taken at York University for a candidate to be considered, even if transfer credit has been awarded.
I’m not able to enroll in a Delayed Entry prerequisite course. What are my options?
It is extremely important that candidates interested in applying to the Schulich BBA via Delayed Entry complete the required prerequisite courses.
If a course is full, candidates should speak with their academic advisor in their own faculty about the possibility of getting into that course.
If unable to get into the course, candidates may take one of the official course credit exclusions listed on the York website. You may refer to the course descriptions on York’s courses website for details.
Note: Schulich does not intervene in the course enrolment process for those considering Delayed Entry. The onus is on the student to enroll into the required courses.
I’ve reviewed the Delayed Entry package. Do you have a complete list of non-business electives I can take that will be counted towards the non-business elective requirement?
Students are welcome to choose non-business elective courses to fulfill this requirement, with the exception of AP/HRM or AP/ADMS courses (excluding AP/ADMS 1000 3.00 and AP/ADMS 2200 3.00). If students have taken more than 12 credits of non-business business electives, we will consider courses in which you have received the highest grades.
Can I apply to Delayed Entry if I’m missing any prerequisite courses?
Students that do not complete the required pre-requisites will not be eligible for admission to Delayed Entry.
If you are not already in a business program at York, you may wish to consider transferring to a different program (for example, BCom Commerce) if you are interested in business, or alternatively, consider applying to Schulich’s Masters program offerings following completion of your undergraduate studies.
