The YU Explore program is a network of support provided to Undeclared Major (UNMA) Students that fosters the academic and personal growth necessary for future success across all programs. Through the YU Explore Ambassador Program, professional exploration and academic exploration, you will gain the necessary skills and insight to make an informed decision about what major best suits your strengths and passions.
Which type of undeclared major are you?
True Explorer
You have so many interests and options and can’t choose just one. You want to keep all of your options open and try a few things in your first year. The goal is to explore your options and find the program that’s right for you, then declare your major at the end of your first year!
Qualifying Year
You have a good idea of what you’d like to major in but lack the Grade Point Average (GPA) to pursue your program of interest. You may also need to take some prerequisite courses to enter the program. This track means you’ll take a qualifying year, and successful completion of the requirements will allow you entry into your desired program!
YU Explore Program Supports
YU Explore Peer Support Team
The YU Explore Peer Support Program for UNMA students is open to all UNMA students, who are automatically enrolled and contacted by a Peer Support Leader through email.
UNMA Students Wraparound Services Program
This program works with our UNMA students by learning about their needs and suggesting goals to meet those needs.
Professional Exploration
The YU Explore Program offers a variety of opportunities for UNMA students to explore their professional interests.
Academic Exploration
Learn about programs, events and workshops happening at York that will help you explore your academic options.
Declare your Major
Have you completed 24 credits? Have you met with the Career Services? Have you met with Academic Advising? Then it seems you are ready to declare your major!
UNMA Student Success Checklist
Use the handy checklist designed to help you make the most of all that's on offer in the Fall and Winter semesters. Learn about programs, events and other academic and professional development opportunities. Be sure to download the checklist (PDF) for easy access.
Fall
Look into Financial Support (OSAP/Awards/Bursaries) and complete your Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) Application.
Connect with your YU Explore Peer Leader.
Visit the Writing Centre.
Apply for Connect to a Professional (open all year).
Attend Find Your Path Series (2 sessions offered in the Fall and 2 in the Winter).
Winter
Attend an “Ask an UNMA Mentor” (Virtual Drop-In).
Attend a Peer Support Pop-up @ LA&PS Advising (in-person).
Connect with Academic Advising (UNMA Advisor).
Visit the Career Services.
YU Explore Program Coordinators
Social Worker, York Alumni and Staff for over 8 years!
Fun Fact: I’m a mom of an amazing 5-year old girl who is my world!
4th year, Health Policy, Management and Digital Health
Fun fact: I collect and propagate as many succulent leaves as I can get my hands on!