About the university
Yukon University began in 1963 as the Whitehorse Vocational Training School, became Yukon College in 1983 and was granted university status in 2020. It has thirteen campuses across Yukon, with its main Ayamdigut campus in Whitehorse. For international students it offers one-year certificates, two-year diplomas (such as aviation management, early learning, earth sciences and environmental sciences) and a four-year Bachelor of Business Administration.
International tuition is CAD 400 per credit for all credit courses, plus term fees and compulsory health insurance. Most programme pages do not state total credits, so we list only the programme whose fee can be worked out from published figures. YukonU's programme list marks which programmes are eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit; check it before you choose. Whitehorse has a housing shortage, and the university advises arranging accommodation before you arrive.
- Founded
- 1963 as the Whitehorse Vocational Training School; Yukon College from 1983; university status in 2020
- Type
- Public university in Yukon, described as Canada's first university north of 60°
- Campuses
- Thirteen; main campus Ayamdigut in Whitehorse
- International tuition
- CAD 400 per credit for certificate, diploma and degree courses
- Programmes for international students
- One-year certificates, two-year diplomas and a four-year Bachelor of Business Administration
- Intakes
- Mostly September and January; some programmes also spring
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$12,000
- Duration
- 2 years full time, 60 credits, with three off-campus practicum placements (Whitehorse)
- Intakes
- September (YukonU's international list also shows spring)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 87 (no section below 20), PTE Academic 59 (no section below 53) or Duolingo 120
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Learning (Diploma) | 2 years full time, 60 credits, with three off-campus practicum placements (Whitehorse) | C$12,000 | ≈ ₹8 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Yukon University with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Most programmes need English 12 with at least 65% (or YukonU's own English courses); business and aviation also need Math 11, and some science programmes need Pre-calculus 12 and Chemistry 11.
- If you lack a maths or science course, you can ask for an assessment or send an International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) evaluation.
- After you apply, an admissions officer replies within 5 business days. Your Letter of Eligibility asks for a CAD 6,000 tuition deposit, after which YukonU requests an attestation letter from the Government of Yukon.
Postgraduate
- YukonU does not list postgraduate programmes for international students.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo or ILAC result
- IQAS evaluated transcript if needed for maths or science
- Application fee of CAD 100
- Criminal record check and immunisation records (Early Learning)
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 for most certificates, diplomas and degrees; 5.5 for Culinary Arts and Office Administration; 6.0 for Multimedia Communication |
| TOEFL iBT | 87 (no section below 20) for most programmes |
| PTE Academic | 59 (no section below 53) for most programmes |
| Duolingo | 120 overall with section minimums for most programmes |
| Exemption | Only for high school graduates of Canada, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, the USA or the UK; Indian Class 12 English is not listed |
Accommodation and living costs
Campus housing is available to full-time students at the Ayamdigut campus in Whitehorse; you can apply once you have your Letter of Acceptance. Off-campus options are rooms, basement suites and apartments found through local listings. YukonU's accommodation pages do not list prices.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
The main campus, Ayamdigut, is in Whitehorse; the Yukon School of Visual Arts is in Dawson City.
- Thirteen campuses across Yukon.
- Blended delivery: some courses online or by video.
- Earth sciences diploma graduates can transfer into a geoscience BSc at Acadia University or Vancouver Island University.
- Field schools and summer work experiences in the northern sciences.
Careers and graduate outcomes
YukonU marks which international programmes are PGWP-eligible: for example the BBA, Early Learning, Aviation Management and Earth Sciences diplomas are, while the business certificate and diploma are not. See our Canada guide for work rules.
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Studying in Canada
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FAQs
How much is tuition at Yukon University?
International students pay CAD 400 per credit for certificate, diploma and degree courses, plus about CAD 197 a term in fees and CAD 216.30 a term for health and dental insurance. A 60-credit two-year diploma is about CAD 12,000 a year in tuition.
Which programmes lead to a PGWP?
YukonU's list shows the Bachelor of Business Administration and several diplomas (Aviation Management, Early Learning, Earth Sciences, environmental and northern science diplomas) as PGWP-eligible. The business certificate and diploma are not.
What IELTS score do I need?
Most programmes ask for IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or TOEFL iBT 87, PTE 59 or Duolingo 120.
Sources
- YukonU: International future students (opens in a new tab)
- YukonU: Programmes for international students (opens in a new tab)
- YukonU: International admission and English requirements (opens in a new tab)
- YukonU: International fees and costs (opens in a new tab)
- YukonU: Accommodations (international) (opens in a new tab)
- YukonU: Our history (opens in a new tab)
- YukonU: Early Learning diploma (opens in a new tab)
- YukonU: Earth Sciences diploma (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.yukonu.ca (opens in a new tab)
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