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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
- private
Official website
www.yukonu.caCanadaQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Yukon University
Yukon University is a public university located in Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada. It was created through the transition of Yukon College, which had served the territory for decades, and officially became Yukon University in 2020 under the Yukon University Act. The institution offers a range of academic and applied programs, including undergraduate degrees, diplomas, certificates, and trades training, with a strong focus on northern issues, Indigenous knowledge, and community-based learning.
Key Facts
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Live portal snapshot
QS World #150 · 2025US News #180 · 2025Times Higher Education #200 · 2025NIRF #5 · 2024
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, Whitehorse
SportyAcademicResidentialIntimate Community
3/10
Diversity
6/10
Academic Rigor
8/10
City safety (heuristic)
6/10
Social scene
Weather: Cold winters (most cities)
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
88% placement rate
Popular fields
Data ScienceComputer ScienceHistoryEnvironmental SciencePsychologyPublic HealthSociologyBusiness Administration
Top Recruiters
RBCTDShopifyDeloitte CanadaCIBC
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Student Life
2,600 students (200 international)
Campus: Urban, Whitehorse
Location: Whitehorse, Canada
Climate: Cold winters (most cities)
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LibraryStudent HousingResearch LabsCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for Canada: Oct–Mar for Fall; Jan intakes close earlier