Simon Fraser University: Rankings, Courses & Admissions

The faculties include the Beedie School of Business, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Environment, Faculty of Science, and the Faculty of Health Sciences. 

Famous Alumni

Our list of famous alumni includes the following: 

1. Paul Watson, activist 

2. Margaret Trudeau, author-actress-photographer

3. Gordon Campbell, real estate developer

4. Mobina Jaffer, solicitor-barrister

5. Ujjal Dosanjh, lawyer-politician 

6. Sam Sullivan, politician 

7. Rachel Marsden, author-commentator

8. Joel Bakan, author-film producer

9. Justin Kripps, bobsleigher-athlete

Address

8888 University Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6, Canada. 

Public/Private status

Simon Fraser University is a public institution. 

QS World University Ranking

The Simon Fraser University ranking is 298 in the QS World University Rankings 2022. 

Top Offered Courses 

Leading programs include biology, arts and humanities, clinical medicine, chemistry, economics and business, computer science, engineering, electrical and electronics engineering, and more. The Simon Fraser University fees are $31,460 (INR 23.75 lakh) per year for international students at the undergraduate level. 

Required Exams 

There are many standardized examinations that are a part of the Simon Fraser University requirements list. They include the following: 

1. TOEFL iBT- Minimum 93 with 20 for each category. 

2. TOEFL PBT- Minimum 580 and TWE 5. 

3. IELTS- Minimum 7.0 with minimum score of 6.5 in every section. 

4. CAEL- Minimum 70 with at least 60 in each section. 

5. Cambridge English Qualifications (C1 Advanced- Minimum 193 and C2 Proficiency- Minimum 200). 

6. PTE- Minimum 65 with a minimum of 60 in every section. 

Admission Requirements 

Here are the requirements for Simon Fraser University admissions: 

Master’s Programs: 

1. Bachelor’s course or equivalent. 

2. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a scale of 4.33 points. 

3. English language proficiency test scores. 

4. References. 

Indians aspirants have equivalent degrees like M. Comm, MBBS, MA, and other non-engineering programs can pursue master’s courses. Three-year degrees are only acceptable if the aspirant gets 1st class/division and the NAAC has accredited the institution with an A grade. 

Undergraduate Programs: 

1. English language proficiency test scores. 

2. At least 50% in Class XII Maths. 

3. HSC/AISSC/ISC (12-year educational program). 

Available scholarships at the Simon Fraser University

1. SFU Undergraduate Scholars Entrance Scholarship

For students showing excellence in co-curricular activities and academics alike. Scholarships are given to those getting 90% in the tally of List A and B programs and 31 international baccalaureate points. The value is $10,000 (INR 7.5 lakh) for covering tuition and supplementary fees.

2. Bursaries and Awards

There are numerous awards and bursaries for supporting students. Applicants should have specific needs along with 80% grades in courses for chosen programs. International applicants will be considered only for the Lohn Entrance and H.Y. Louie Awards. 

About Placements

There are cutting-edge career services for aspirants which fuse integrated learning with teaching assistantships, work-study programs, volunteering, employment opportunities, co-operative education, and a pool of human resources jobs in the technical, secretarial, and clerical categories. There is a co-op education program that has helped in placing 8,500+ learners with global companies and corporations over the years.

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