York University - YU
speciality: Communication

Overall, my experience here was positive. Provided a solid education, exposure to diverse perspectives and opportunities to grow both academically and personally.
I liked the diverse student population and inclusive environment. Also, large campus with many clubs and activities.
I disliked the strike disruptions during my time there, some administrative processed were slow and navigating the campus could feel overwhelming at times.
However, I would recommend York University to students who are self-motivated and comfortable in a large campus setting. If you take initiative, build relationships with professors and use the resources available, York can offer a rewarding and well-rounded university experience.

York University has a creative, diverse environment with great opportunities for hands-on, project-based learning in programs like Digital Media. While the academic experience has been mostly positive, the administration can be slow to address student concerns, and decisions are sometimes made without fully considering student feedback. That said, the campus culture and supportive professors make up for it.

York University’s Communications program offers a solid academic foundation, blending theoretical knowledge with practical experience in areas like media, public relations, and digital communications. As a commuter student, I found the curriculum to be engaging and the faculty knowledgeable. The campus is well-equipped with modern facilities, including labs and study spaces, but the large commuter population can make it harder to connect with others socially, as many students come and go quickly for classes. Public transit options like the York University TTC station and GO Transit make commuting manageable, though the travel time can be long depending on where you’re coming from in the GTA.

While York offers plenty of student-run clubs and extracurricular activities , the lack of on-campus housing can make it harder to fully immerse in campus life. However, there are plenty of resources available for academic support, including a Writing Centre and career counseling , which were helpful throughout my studies. Overall, York is a great choice for students seeking a well-rounded education in communications, but commuting can limit your ability to engage in campus life as deeply as those living on-site. While commuting was challenging, lasting friendships were made.

My experience at York University has been incredible. York has proved to be a reputable institution that has provided me with the platform to express my creativity and ideas. Being a communication and media studies major, I’ve had the privilege of learning approaches and concept that really interest me, the lectures and especially the tutorials for me has enhanced my skill to think outside of the box and with a much wider lens. The massive campus, the diversity makes the place feel like home which it has certainly become.

I’ve had the opportunity of studying Public Relations from York University and I must say that the experience has been nothing but wonderful. The faculty is extremely knowledgeable and humble with years of experience. Would highly recommend York University to others as well

York lays out your program requirements very well and it’s super easy to build your schedule. Professors are chill and lenient. Makes the whole experience fun and easy. However, I’ve had many issues with residence. They rarely ever give anyone the room or building that they want.

More welcoming than other schools, relaxed and subway makes it easy to get to/get around. Seems like a good overall fit for the average student – some programs are top ranked. I would choose it again.

Honestly york university is pretty good. Currently I’m studying media arts and it is a fun couse and I get to learn a lot. The campus could use more security because it’s a little unsafe. But otherwise it’s a huge and a beautiful campus.

One of the reasons I chose York is because the great diversity of classes. York is one of the few universities at the time of my application that offered a 4 year continuation of my Korean education. With York, I was able to become intermediate in Korean and also learn cultural aspects of North Korean culture. I was have also been able to been able to transfer programs easily while receiving assistance in financial struggles. One thing that I wish that could be fixed is their response time in their registrar’s email, but other than that I believe I made the right choice.

I enjoy the university I’m attending it is very spacious and large with many different areas to explore. The campus is very nice and welcoming. I find my major to be extremely fascinating and I feel satisfied in my program.