African Studies
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    African Studies

    York University
    York University
    Canada
    Canada, Toronto
    University Rank:#364
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    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 22,645 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    African Studies

    About

    About African Studies

    Be a part of the longest-running African studies program in Canada.

    The African Studies (AFST) program provides students with the opportunity to pursue their interests in Africa and its diasporas. The program brings together members of the York community with an interest in Africa/African Diasporas to re-imagine Africa and its diasporas in terms of their evolution and the advancement of humanity, centrality to world history, and as sites of knowledge production.

    The program has a commitment to both the intrinsic benefits of academic inquiry and to the well-being of Africans and Diasporian Africans, making it a platform/site for elevating theoretical and empirical interdisciplinary research as well as for understanding the cultural, socioeconomic and political development of African peoples. Our students benefit from academic and pedagogical interdisciplinarity, from faculty members across the University, which allows for innovative program delivery and learning that will equip them with the agility required to apply their knowledge to real-life circumstances.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    African Studies - BA (Liberal Arts & Professional Studies) for international students from US High School (including AP exams)

    United States High School
  • High School Diploma
    • Grade 12 graduation with a minimum overall average of "B" on Grade 11 and Grade 12 academic courses is required to be considered for most programs. Some programs require a higher average. Please review the requirements for your program below.
  • SAT score of 1170 (SAT submission code: 0894) or ACT score of 24 (ACT submission code: 5250).
    • SAT or ACT scores are not required for students studying in a recognized accredited US curriculum outside the United States, Puerto Rico or Guam.
    • SATs/ACTs are considered in combination with high school grades.
  • Transfer credit granted for final scores of 4 or 5 on the Advanced Placement (AP) exams, depending on the program (maximum 30 credits). Please click here for details.

    • Required Documents for Preliminary Review

  • The following documents are required for your application to be reviewed for a conditional offer of admission. Documents can be uploaded to your MyFile account after you apply.
  • Grade 9-12 Semester 1 High School Transcript(s) (with grading scale)
  • AP Exam Results (if applicable)
  • Other documents may be required, and are determined by your academic background (please check your MyFile)

    • York University will deem the SAT/ACT as optional for students studying in a recognized accredited US curriculum high school in the United States, Puerto Rico or Guam. However, students who have completed a standardized test are encouraged to submit their test scores as it may support your application for competitive programs. SAT/ACT scores must be sent electronically from the College Board directly to York. Please browse the section below for pre-requisites and detailed admission requirements.

    Note: An SAT/ACT test will be required from students who are not enrolled in a recognized accredited US curriculum high school in the United States, Puerto Rico or Guam or have not studied in a formal academic high-school environment.

    Additionally, please see English Language Requirement.

    Requirements for admission:
  • High School Diploma
      • AP College Board examinations are eligible for transfer credit, for results of 4 or 5, up to a maximum of 30 credits. Please click here, then click “Transfer Credit Requirements” for details.

      Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

      English Program Requirements

      Acceptable English Language TestsMinimum Score Required
      TOEFL
      Test of English as a Foreign Language
      York's TOEFL code is 0894      		iBT: 88 for tests taken prior to January 2026
      iBT: 4.5 for tests taken January 2026 and after
      IELTS*
      International English Language Testing Service
      (Academic Module)      		6.5
      Pearson PTE Academic60
      Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)60
      Cambridge English Language Assessment (CAE, CPE)C1 Advanced (no score below 180)
      Duolingo120

      *The IELTS Academic test is required for admission to York University. IELTS General will not be accepted for language proficiency requirements.

      Fee Information

      Tuition Fee
      22,645 / year

      African Studies

      York University

      York University

      Canada

      Canada, Toronto

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