University of York
Yorkshire and The Humber, England
How much do University of York graduates earn by subject?
University of York graduates earn a median salary of £34,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £60,600, while Performing arts graduates earn £28,100.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computing | £35,000 | £40,000 | £53,500 |
| Economics | £30,000 | £27,500 | £37,000 |
| Engineering | £35,000 | £33,000 | £41,000 |
| Business and management | £30,000 | £30,500 | £40,000 |
| Mathematical sciences | £30,000 | £28,500 | £36,000 |
| Politics | £26,500 | £30,500 | £44,000 |
| Chemistry | £32,000 | £30,000 | £37,500 |
| Biosciences | £27,500 | £26,500 | £33,500 |
| Psychology | £28,500 | £25,000 | £31,000 |
| Languages and area studies | £25,000 | £23,500 | £30,000 |
| Education and teaching | £24,500 | £25,500 | £32,000 |
| Creative arts and design | £24,000 | £23,000 | £26,750 |
| Performing arts | £29,500 | £26,000 | £34,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of York?
In 2024, University of York received 65,290 applications and accepted 11,010 students, giving an acceptance rate of 16.9%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £22,450 to £28,950 per year in tuition at University of York. Living costs are estimated at £10,000–£13,000 per year.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of York?
89% of University of York graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 24 subjects with median salaries ranging from £28,100 to £60,600. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 85.7% | £60,600 |
| Economics | 93.6% | £53,700 |
| Medicine and dentistry | 89.8% | £52,200 |
| Law | 87.8% | £48,500 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 88.2% | £46,400 |
| Engineering | 95.2% | £45,300 |
| Business and management | 89.6% | £44,900 |
| Physics and astronomy | 88.1% | £41,600 |
| Mathematical sciences | 90.3% | £37,600 |
| Politics | 86.3% | £36,900 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 88.4% | £36,100 |
| Chemistry | 85.9% | £33,600 |
| Biosciences | 84.8% | £33,400 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 95.1% | £33,200 |
| Health and social care | 95.5% | £33,200 |
| Psychology | 85.6% | £31,400 |
| Languages and area studies | 86.4% | £31,000 |
| Education and teaching | 94.4% | £31,000 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 88.2% | £31,000 |
| English studies | 87.6% | £30,300 |
| History and archaeology | 84.2% | £30,200 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 87.2% | £29,600 |
| Creative arts and design | 85.7% | £28,100 |
| Performing arts | 88.7% | £28,100 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
Entry Requirements
Russell Group university. Strong for humanities and sciences. Most courses require AAA-AAB.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £60,600
- 2 Economics £53,700
- 3 Medicine and dentistry £52,200
- 4 Law £48,500
- 5 Media, journalism and communications £46,400
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Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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