Does York University give transfer credit for IB Psychology HL?
Toronto, ON
Yes, Transfer Credit Available!
Minimum Grade Required
Credit Granted
HH/PSYC 1010 3.0 (3 credits)
💡Expert's Take
York grants 3 credits for IB Psychology HL at 5 or better, but the Faculty of Health's actual intro course, HH/PSYC 1010, is a 6.00-credit full-year course. The IB entry covers half the weight of the course it is named after, so how the 3 credits land on your record depends on the transfer credit assessment, not a blanket rule.
York's IB credit page describes the table as "a guide" and states that "missing courses does not necessarily indicate transfer credit will not be granted." How HH/PSYC 1010 3.0 is recorded on your file, whether as credits granted, a partial waiver, or a contribution toward a program requirement, is determined by the transfer credit statement issued after admission.
What to watch for:
- York's first-year Psychology page says majors must complete HH/PSYC 1010 6.00 with a grade of C or better to continue in the program, and they "will not be admitted to any additional Psychology courses (with the possible exception of PSYC 2021) until [they] have met the C requirement."
- Upper-level rules vary by program version. The BA page ties 3000-level eligibility to "HH/PSYC 1010 6.00 with a minimum grade of C," while the corresponding BSc note on the same page omits the minimum-C language. The Honours BA/BSc page applies the C minimum at both the 3000 and 4000 levels.
- York's published IB notes refer specifically to Higher Level with grades of 5 or better, up to a 30-credit cap; the page makes no categorical statement about Standard Level for Psychology.
Read your transfer credit statement first and confirm with a Psychology advisor how HH/PSYC 1010 3.0 is applied to your specific program before deciding whether to enrol in PSYC 1010. Treat the 3-credit IB award as one input into that assessment, not a final answer. York does not publish a public form for refusing awarded credit; students who want a credit reassessed or removed should contact the Transfer Credit Centre directly.
Official award line (IB Psychology HL):
Minimum score: 5
Credit granted: HH/PSYC 1010 3.0 (3 credits)
York University: Advanced Secondary and Other Pre-University Programs (IB transfer credit table)
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Your Potential Savings
Credits Earned
3
Tuition per Credit*
~$243
Est. Savings*
~$729
*Tuition rates are approximate and may vary by academic year, faculty, and program. Always verify with York University's official sources before making decisions.
📊 Compare Psychology HL at Other Universities
See how Psychology HL transfer credits compare across Canadian universities. Click column headers to sort.
| University | Min Grade | Credit Granted | Est. Savings | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McGill UniversityMontreal, QC | 5/7 | PSYC 1XX (3 or 6 credits) | $2,520 | → | |
| Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, NS | 5/7 | Psychology 1011.03 + Psychology 1012.03 = 6 credit… | $2,052 | → | |
| University of SaskatchewanSaskatoon, SK | 5/7 | PSY Jr.6 = 6 credit units | $1,554 | → | |
| Western UniversityLondon, ON | 5/7 | Psychology 1002A/B (0.5 cr) + Psychology 1003A/B (… | $1,440 | → | |
| Queen's UniversityKingston, ON | 5/7 | PSYC 102 + PSYC 103 (6.0 units) | $1,398 | → | |
| Simon Fraser UniversityBurnaby, BC | 4/7 | SFU PSYC 100 (3), B-Soc; SFU PSYC 102 (3), B-Soc | $1,398 | → | |
| University of OttawaOttawa, ON | 5/7 | PSY 1101 + PSY 1102 (6 units) | $1,320 | → | |
| University of AlbertaEdmonton, AB | 6/7 | PSYCH 104 (3 units) + PSYCH 105 (3 units) | $1,302 | → | |
| McMaster UniversityHamilton, ON | 5/7 | Student-reported: PSYCH 1X03 + 1XX3 (6 units) — Fa… | $1,200 | → | |
| University of WaterlooWaterloo, ON | 5/7 | PSYCH 101 + PSYCH 1XX (1.0 units) | $900 | → | |
| University of GuelphGuelph, ON | 5/7 | PSYC 1000 (0.50 credits) | $720 | → | |
| University of TorontoToronto, ON | 5/7 | PSY1**H (0.5 cr, A&S No/No/No) · PSY1**Y (1.0 cr, … | $659 | → | |
| University of CalgaryCalgary, Alberta | 5/7 | Psychology 201 | $597 | → | |
| University of VictoriaVictoria, BC | 4/7 | PSYC 100A (1.5 units) and PSYC 100B (1.5 units) | $555 | → | |
| Carleton UniversityOttawa, ON | N/A | No transfer credit | — | → |
Tip: Different provinces have different tuition rates. Use these comparisons to find the best value for your residency status.
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This information is compiled from York University official sources and verified community reports. It is NOT a substitute for official academic advising. Always confirm with your advisor before making decisions.
Last updated: December 2025
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