York University ranked 13th in Canada, 205th in the global 2026 rating, and scored in the TOP 100 across 29 research topics. York University ranking is based on 3 factors: research output (EduRank's index has 79,455 academic publications and 2,119,080 citations attributed to the university), non-academic reputation, and the impact of 301 notable alumni.
York University ranked 12th for Liberal Arts & Social Sciences in Canada and 137th in the World with 50,456 publications made and 1,282,172 citations received. Main research topics: Political Science, Law, Philosophy, Sociology, History.
York University ranked 18th for Computer Science in Canada and 297th in the World with 32,589 publications made and 1,031,994 citations received. Main research topics: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Neuroscience, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Cognitive Science.
York University ranked 19th for Biology in Canada and 507th in the World with 32,188 publications made and 1,083,741 citations received. Main research topics: Biochemistry, Genetics, Paleontology, Neuroscience, Botany.
York University ranked 19th for Environmental Science in Canada and 326th in the World with 31,191 publications made and 929,898 citations received. Main research topics: Geography and Cartography, Geology, Ecology, Paleontology, Meteorology and Atmospheric Science.
York University ranked 22nd for Engineering in Canada and 497th in the World with 28,930 publications made and 835,864 citations received. Main research topics: Materials Science, Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications.
York University ranked 22nd for Physics in Canada and 491st in the World with 28,351 publications made and 841,574 citations received. Main research topics: Quantum and Particle physics, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, Astrophysics and Astronomy, Nuclear Physics.
York University ranked 17th for Medicine in Canada and 445th in the World with 25,573 publications made and 896,090 citations received. Main research topics: Psychiatry, Pathology, Public Health, Nursing, Clinical Psychology.
York University ranked 15th for Psychology in Canada and 210th in the World with 23,380 publications made and 784,573 citations received. Main research topics: Psychiatry, Neuroscience, Social Psychology, Cognitive Science, Child Psychology.
York University ranked 22nd for Chemistry in Canada and 654th in the World with 20,174 publications made and 657,415 citations received. Main research topics: Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, Materials Science, Physical chemistry, Environmental Chemistry.
York University ranked 10th for Business in Canada and 135th in the World with 17,678 publications made and 592,433 citations received. Main research topics: Management, Finance, Marketing, Accounting, Public Policy / Administration.
York University ranked 9th for Economics in Canada and 110th in the World with 15,244 publications made and 433,065 citations received. Main research topics: Finance, Development Studies, Econometrics and Mathematical Economics, Political Economy, Investment Banking and Stock trading.
York University ranked 17th for Mathematics in Canada and 284th in the World with 15,051 publications made and 529,188 citations received. Main research topics: Statistics, Econometrics and Mathematical Economics, Math Teachers, Applied Mathematics, Actuarial Science.
York University ranked 7th for Art & Design in Canada and 100th in the World with 11,194 publications made and 225,085 citations received. Main research topics: Literature, Fashion Design, Aesthetics, Art History, Creative Writing.
Please note that our approach to subject rankings is based on scientific outputs and heavily biased on art-related topics towards institutions with computer science research profiles.
