Yukon College became Yukon University in 2020, the first university in Canada's far north. The main Ayamdigut campus is on a hill above Whitehorse, looking over the Yukon River valley. Programmes are small and practical: business, health, early learning, trades, and northern subjects such as Indigenous governance and environmental science. It suits students who want a small campus and a very different kind of Canada.
Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada
Official website: yukoncollege.yk.ca
2020, formerly Yukon College
Public university in Yukon
Ayamdigut campus, Whitehorse
Across Yukon communities
CA$16,000 – CA$22,000
International students, diplomas and degrees
CA$16,000 – CA$21,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on yukoncollege.yk.ca before you apply.
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 86
Business Administration Diploma
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Practical Nurse Diploma
DiplomaDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 86
Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Governance
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 86
The first university north of 60.
Programmes shaped around Yukon First Nations and northern life.
Small classes where instructors know everyone.
Graduates work for territorial and First Nations governments, health services and local businesses.
Health and early learning graduates are in steady demand in Whitehorse.
Eligible graduates can apply for a post-graduation work permit.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
No PG intake
Undergrad
Limited programmes
Postgrad
No PG intake
The campus has a student residence, a library and the Yukon Archives next door, and buses run into downtown Whitehorse.
Whitehorse is a small capital with long summer days, very cold winters and the northern lights. Rent and groceries cost more than in southern Canada, so budget carefully.
Letter of acceptance from Yukon University
Yukon territorial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
Yukon University accepts applications on a rolling basis, but places for international students are limited. Apply eight months ahead to allow for the study permit.
Most programmes start in September, and some diplomas also take students in January.
A Canadian study permit. Start with the letter of acceptance from Yukon University and, where required, the provincial attestation letter, then apply to IRCC online. Allow a few months, as processing times vary by country.
Business administration, practical nursing and Indigenous governance are the programmes international students ask about most. Entry needs completed secondary school and IELTS 6.0 to 6.5, depending on the programme.
Some entrance awards and bursaries are open to international students. Check the awards page or ask the international office.
