University Of York Students' Union
Also known as: Yusu
The University of York Students' Union seeks to enhance the student experience by providing representation, welfare services, social space and opportunities for student development within the Union and the wider community.
Activities & Mission
The University of York Students' Union seeks to enhance the student experience by providing representation, welfare services, social space and opportunities for student development within the Union and the wider community.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 18% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 11% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 9% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £5,726,906 | £5,607,017 | £4,375,379 | £631,218 | £329,492 | 144 / 1112 |
| 2023 | £5,770,802 | £5,932,697 | £4,476,880 | £682,982 | £273,675 | 205 / 1100 |
| 2022 | £5,767,987 | £5,626,665 | £4,224,300 | £796,228 | £273,560 | 168 / 1100 |
| 2021 | £4,181,483 | £3,833,284 | £2,571,289 | £654,906 | £467,570 | 45 / 1890 |
| 2020 | £4,391,816 | £4,468,226 | £2,971,530 | £306,707 | £346,560 | 169 / 1890 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about University Of York Students' Union
What does University Of York Students' Union do?
The University of York Students' Union seeks to enhance the student experience by providing representation, welfare services, social space and opportunities for student development within the Union and the wider community.
How much income did University Of York Students' Union report in 2024?
University Of York Students' Union reported total income of £5.73m and reported expenditure of £5.61m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is University Of York Students' Union?
University Of York Students' Union has a program ratio of 76.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 18% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was University Of York Students' Union registered as a charity?
University Of York Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 June 2017 as charity number 1173404. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs University Of York Students' Union?
University Of York Students' Union is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does University Of York Students' Union operate?
University Of York Students' Union operates in North Yorkshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is University Of York Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — University Of York Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1173404.
Details
University of York
Heslington
YORK
YO10 5DD
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Yusu
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated