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Simon Fraser University

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Overview

Founded in 1965, the Simon Fraser University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Burnaby (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), British Columbia. This institution also has a branch campus in Vancouver and Surrey. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University (SFU) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. Simon Fraser University (SFU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 59-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Canadian higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SFU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Simon Fraser University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Simon Fraser University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Simon Fraser University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Simon Fraser University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym SFU
Founded 1965
Motto Nous sommes prêts
We are ready
Colours Red and blue
Mascot McFogg the Dog
Video Presentation

University Location

Address 8888 University Drive
Burnaby
V5A1S6 British Columbia
Canada
Simon Fraser University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Simon Fraser University Phone Number (778) 782 6930
Simon Fraser University Fax Number (778) 782 5682
Other locations Vancouver and Surrey

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Simon Fraser University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Simon Fraser University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Simon Fraser University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Simon Fraser University.



Simon Fraser University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Simon Fraser University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Simon Fraser University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 80-89% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Simon Fraser University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Simon Fraser University has more than 8300 international students.

Simon Fraser University's Admission Office Admission Office

8888 University Drive
Burnaby V5A1S6
(778) 782 3397


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Simon Fraser University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Simon Fraser University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 900 to 999 members.


Simon Fraser University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Simon Fraser University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Simon Fraser University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Simon Fraser University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.


Simon Fraser University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Simon Fraser University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Simon Fraser University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Simon Fraser University's Library


Simon Fraser University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Simon Fraser University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Simon Fraser University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Simon Fraser University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Simon Fraser University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Simon Fraser University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Simon Fraser University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Simon Fraser University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Simon Fraser University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Simon Fraser University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills of British Columbia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Simon Fraser University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • American Psychological Association (APA)
  • Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)
  • Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB)
  • Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Simon Fraser University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
  • Canadian University Press (CUP)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Simon Fraser University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Simon Fraser University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Simon Fraser University's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Simon Fraser University's X page review

YouTube YouTube

Simon Fraser University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Simon Fraser University's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Simon Fraser University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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