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PhD Administration at York University

York University, Canada

Programme overview

The Schulich PhD is a full-time, research-intensive doctoral programme in four phases: coursework, comprehensive examination, formal research proposal and dissertation. Students are encouraged to present at conferences and publish with faculty.

Faculty: Schulich School of Business  |  Duration: 48 to 72 months  |  Intake: Fall (September)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Rigorous coursework, a comprehensive exam, a defended research proposal and a doctoral dissertation. Students must study full-time for at least the first two years.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master's degree in a related discipline with a minimum B+ average (exceptional bachelor's holders may be considered). GMAT or GRE taken within five years (recommended competitive scores: GMAT 650+ or GMAT Focus 595+, or GRE 320+). IELTS Academic 7.5 overall or TOEFL 100 iBT (before January 21, 2026 tests). Three recommendations, essays and resume; prior research experience strongly recommended. Fall 2027 deadline December 1, 2026.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Applications for Fall 2027 graduate admission open September 30, 2026; programme-specific deadlines are published by each graduate programme. The graduate application fee is $140 CAD, non-refundable, payable by Visa or MasterCard.

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