Overview
Established in 1963, The University of York is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of York (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Yorkshire and the Humber. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, The University of York is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. The University of York offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 62-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. The University of York also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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| Name | The University of York |
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| Founded | 1963 |
| Motto | In limine sapientiae On the threshold of wisdom |
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University Location
| Address | Heslington York YO10 5DD Yorkshire and the Humber United Kingdom |
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(1904) 430 000 |
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Introduction
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Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of The University of York's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
The University of York's Facebook page review
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The University of York's Youtube page review
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The University of York's official LinkedIn profile
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