First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision Apply early, hear early, and you must enroll if admitted. Binding. | November 1, 2026 |
| Rolling admission The college reviews applications as they arrive until the class is full. | Rolling |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: ycp.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | York College of Pennsylvania course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | MAT171 Calculus I | 4 credits |
| Calculus BC | 4 | MAT171 & MAT172 Calculus I & II | 8 credits |
| Biology | 3 | BIO204-205 Exploring Biology/Lab & | 3 credits |
| Chemistry | 4 | CHM134-135 & CHM136-137 Gen Chem I & II/Lab OR | 8 credits |
| Physics 1 | 3 | PHY110-111 General Physics I/Lab | 4 credits |
| United States History | 3 | HIS111 & HIS112 American History I & II | 6 credits |
| Psychology | 3 | PSY100 General Psychology | 3 credits |
| Statistics | 3 | BEH260 Statistics for Behavioral Sciences OR | 3 credits |
Show all 34 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 4 | MAT171 Calculus I | 4 credits |
| Calculus BC | 4 | MAT171 & MAT172 Calculus I & II | 8 credits |
| Biology | 3 | BIO204-205 Exploring Biology/Lab & | 3 credits |
| Chemistry | 4 | CHM134-135 & CHM136-137 Gen Chem I & II/Lab OR | 8 credits |
| Physics 1 | 3 | PHY110-111 General Physics I/Lab | 4 credits |
| United States History | 3 | HIS111 & HIS112 American History I & II | 6 credits |
| Psychology | 3 | PSY100 General Psychology | 3 credits |
| Statistics | 3 | BEH260 Statistics for Behavioral Sciences OR | 3 credits |
| Computer Science A | 3 | CS100 CPADS | 3 credits |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | ECO200 Principles of Economics (Macro) | 3 credits |
| Microeconomics | 3 | ECO201 Principles of Economics (Micro) | 3 credits |
| World History: Modern | 3 | HIS1XX History Elective | 6 credits |
| Environmental Science | 3 | BIO212-213 Environmental Biology/Lab | 3 credits |
| Physics 2 | 3 | PHY112-113 General Physics II/Lab | 4 credits |
| European History | 3 | HIS101 Foundation of the West & HIS102 West in the | 6 credits |
| Human Geography | 3 | G1XX Geography Elective | 3 credits |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | SPN101 & SPN102 Elem Spanish I & II | 6 credits |
| Art History | 3 | ART204 & ART205 Survey of Western Art I & II | 6 credits |
| Music Theory | 3 | MUS182 Music Theory I | 3 credits |
| Art - Drawing | 3 | ART215 & ART265 Drawing I & II | 6 credits |
| Art 2D Design | 3 | ART210 | 3 credits |
| Chinese Language and Culture | 3 | CHN101 & CHN102 Elem Chinese I & II | 6 credits |
| Computer Science Prin | 3 | CS100 CPADS | 3 credits |
| English - Lang/Comp | 4 | FCO105 Rhetorical Communication | 3 credits |
| English - Lit/Comp | 3 | LIT200 Introduction to Literary & Textual Studies | 3 credits |
| French Language and Culture | 3 | FRN101, FRN102 Elem French I & II | 6 credits |
| German Language and Culture | 3 | GRM 101 & GRM 102 Elem German I & II | 6 credits |
| Gov't Politics – Comp | 3 | PS1XX Political Science Elective | 3 credits |
| Gov't Politics – US | 3 | PS101 American Government & Citizenship | 3 credits |
| Italian Language and Culture | 3 | ITL101 & ITL102 Elem Italian I & II | 6 credits |
| Latin | 3 | LAT101& LAT102 Elem Latin I & II | 6 credits |
| Physics B | 3 | PHY110-111 & PHY 112-113 Gen Physics I & II/Lab | 8 credits |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | PHY260-261 Engineering Physics: Electricity & | 4 credits |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | PHY160-161 Engineering Physics: Mechanics/Lab | 4 credits |
Source: ycp.edu · checked September 24, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 150 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 39 |
| Civil Engineering | 30 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | 30 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 28 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 27 |
| Psychology | 26 |
| Computer Science | 23 |
Show the other 59 majors
| Business Administration and Management | 23 |
| Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance | 20 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 19 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 17 |
| Accounting | 16 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 16 |
| Human Services | 13 |
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | 13 |
| Finance | 13 |
| Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management | 12 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 11 |
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | 10 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | 9 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 8 |
| Graphic Design | 8 |
| Forensic Science and Technology | 7 |
| Computer Engineering | 6 |
| Political Science and Government | 6 |
| Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy | 6 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | 6 |
| History | 6 |
| Management Science | 5 |
| Management Information Systems | 5 |
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | 5 |
| Environmental Science | 4 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 4 |
| Music Teacher Education | 4 |
| Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing | 4 |
| General Literature | 4 |
| Chemistry | 4 |
| Sociology | 4 |
| Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | 4 |
| Marketing, Other | 4 |
| Recording Arts Technology/Technician | 3 |
| Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs | 3 |
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 3 |
| Mathematics Teacher Education | 3 |
| Social Studies Teacher Education | 3 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 3 |
| Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist | 3 |
| Public Relations/Image Management | 2 |
| Mathematics | 2 |
| Sustainability Studies | 2 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 2 |
| Music Management | 2 |
| Sports Communication | 1 |
| Education/Teaching of Individuals in Junior High/Middle School Special Education Programs | 1 |
| Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education | 1 |
| Biology Teacher Education | 1 |
| Engineering, Other | 1 |
| Biochemistry | 1 |
| Intelligence | 1 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 1 |
| Philosophy | 1 |
| Philosophy, Other | 1 |
| International Relations and Affairs | 1 |
| Music | 1 |
| Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist | 1 |
| Public/Applied History | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division III, Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Wrestling
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division III, Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation
Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Volleyball, Wrestling
Faith groups
Hillel, InterVarsity
Also
Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), intervarsity.org · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
Suburb, midsize
Federal locale classification
Metro area
York-Hanover, PA
471,240 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Harrisburg International (MDT)
Nearest hub airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall (BWI)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 13.0 of 20
Elevation
416 ft
Time zone
Eastern
January low
21°F
July high
88°F
Annual snowfall
24.6 in
Days at 90°F or higher
28 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$990 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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- Elizabethtown College16 mi
- Millersville University of Pennsylvania20 mi
- Messiah University20 mi
- Franklin and Marshall College23 mi
- Pennsylvania College of Art and Design23 mi
- Harrisburg University of Science and Technology23 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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