Social Work (BSW) at York: Admission Average
York University · Toronto, ON
What average do you need for Social Work (BSW) at York?
Social Work (BSW) at York University typically admits students with averages in the high 70s, roughly 78–82%. It ranks #10 of 12 York programs by admission average.
Strong program with Toronto social services community.
How competitive is it?
Of the 10 universities we track that offer it, 8 ask for a higher average and none ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 82% or higher is above the typical range, 78% up to 82% is inside it, and 74% up to 78% is a reach. Cut-offs move every year, so apply to a mix of schools.
Ontario applicants are assessed on their top six Grade 12 U/M courses, including the program's prerequisites. Work out yours with the Best 6 calculator.
Social Work at other universities
- Thompson Rivers University – mid-to-high 80s
- MacEwan University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Manitoba – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Regina – mid-to-high 80s
- Memorial University of Newfoundland – mid-to-high 80s
- Wilfrid Laurier University – high 70s-80s
- University of Windsor – high 70s-80s
- University of Calgary – high 70s-low 80s
- University of Ottawa – high 70s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- One additional U/M course
- Volunteer or community experience (valued)
First-year courses
- Introduction to Social Work
- Human Development
- Social Policy
- Field Placement Preparation
- Research Methods
These are typical for Social Work (BSW) programs across Canada. About the Social Work (BSW) degree
After a Social Work (BSW) degree
Social Work (BSW) usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Social Worker (RSW) – $50,000 to $90,000
- School Counsellor – $60,000 to $100,000
- Indigenous social work is a critical and growing specialisation - U of M has particularly strong Indigenous program connections.
- The MSW (2 years post-BSW) is required for clinical social work and significantly increases earning potential.
- Field placements are extensive - you will be working with real clients from early in the program.
Applying to York
York University is one of Canada's largest universities, situated in north Toronto. Its standout program is the Schulich School of Business, which is internationally ranked and highly respected globally. York's Osgoode Hall Law School is one of Canada's top law schools.
York University is in Toronto, ON, was founded in 1959 and has about 53,100 students. Domestic tuition is about $6,100 a year and co-op is available.
Deadlines: OUAC (Ontario) January 15.
- Schulich is the main draw for most students considering York - it punches well above the university's overall ranking.
- Osgoode is consistently ranked among Canada's top three law schools - a genuine elite program.
- York's size and urban location means a very different campus experience than Queen's or Western.
Other York programs
- BBA / iBBA (Schulich) – high 80s-low 90s
- Law (Osgoode Hall JD) – LSAT + GPA dependent
- Computer Science (Lassonde) – high 80s
- Software Engineering – high 80s
- Space Engineering – high 80s
- Digital Media – high 80s
- Film Production – high 70s-80s
- Fine Arts (BFA) – high 70s-80s
- Psychology – high 70s-80s
- Political Science – high 70s
- Kinesiology – high 70s-80s
- Education (BEd) – high 70s