York University registrar's office finalized the Fall 2024 enrollment at 526, which includes 173 new students on campus, representing the largest incoming class in more than a decade. Total numbers include everyone enrolled in on-campus and online programs, along with YU students in the Second Chance program.
Roni Miller, vice president for enrollment said, “We are thrilled with the number
of new students and the obvious talent and energy they bring to campus. I am also
pleased that our enrollment includes students from 38 states and 26 countries. As
nearly half of our students are people of color, the varied backgrounds on campus
make York University among the most diverse schools in the state of Nebraska. Our
university is alive and it can be seen and felt in the classrooms, chapel, sporting
events or just seen as you walk across campus. This continues to be a great place
for students to be challenged and grow spiritually.”
Professional and pre-professional programs continue to lead enrollment with business,
biology and education majors comprising nearly two-thirds of the student body. The
Bible and Ministry Department saw exponential growth, almost tripling its size compared
to two years ago.
York University Online continues to be a significant component of the institution with students enrolled
throughout the nation in one of the school's graduate degree options. Along with undergraduate
options, there are also online dual-credit programs for high school students.
Interim President Jared Stark stated, “We are truly thankful for the new students joining us on campus. This outstanding class bodes well for our future. In response, we are dedicated to providing personal attention and nurture for each student. We will intentionally challenge them to develop the discipline needed to persist and succeed, with a goal to benefit every student, improve retention, and grow our enrollment. York is a place where many of us found a nurturing, Christ-centered place to grow and we want that same experience for every student.”
*Not included in the institutional numbers reported is the university's dual enrollment program which enrolled 99 students.