

York, England
York St John University is a university located in York, Yorkshire and the Humber. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.
The university has approximately 12,150 students, with 37% coming from outside the UK. The largest international cohorts come from Nepal, Nigeria, and India.
York St John University currently lists 53 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 28 undergraduate and 25 postgraduate programmes. There are 7 scholarships available for international students.
Graduate outcomes are excellent: 91% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £25,500, rising to £27,000 after five years.
Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 90%.
York is a medieval walled city repeatedly voted the best place to live in the UK.
York St John University is ranked #91 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | Not Ranked in QS |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | #1001 |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | #105 |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | #91 |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
84.6% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,500 | £23,460 | +9% |
| 3 years | £24,100 | £22,172 | +9% |
| 5 years | £27,000 | £24,840 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 83% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
37.1% of students are international, representing 35+ countries. Total international students: 4,510.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal | 1,525 | 33.8% |
| Nigeria | 1,145 | 25.4% |
| India | 925 | 20.5% |
| Pakistan | 185 | 4.1% |
| Sri Lanka | 180 | 4% |
| United States | 110 | 2.4% |
| Ghana | 90 | 2% |
| Spain | 55 | 1.2% |
| China | 45 | 1% |
| Bangladesh | 20 | 0.4% |
Source: HESA official data.
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