🇨🇦 Simon Fraser University — Tuition, Scholarships & Visa Pathway for International Students
QS 2027 #312 · CAD $37,888 a year · Burnaby (Metro Vancouver)
Quick Facts
| Location | Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada |
|---|---|
| Global Ranking | #312 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (published June 2026). |
| International Students | A significant international population out of roughly 30,000 total students, spread across its 130+ academic programs and 8 faculties. |
| English Requirement | Typically IELTS 6.5+ overall, varies by program. |
Tuition for International Students (2026-27)
CAD $37,888 per year (2026-27 tuition for normal courses, 15 units per term (some upper-level courses cost more)). Source: SFU 2026/27 typical costs, via SettleCanada, checked 30 October 2026. Add at least CAD $23,448 a year for living costs (study visa minimum; source below).
Scholarships
International Student entrance scholarships are available for qualifying applicants, generally assessed automatically on admission.
What Actually Distinguishes SFU
SFU has ranked #1 in Canada's "comprehensive university" category (Maclean's magazine) for 17 of the last 18 years — a genuinely sustained, checkable track record rather than a one-off result. Its Co-operative Education program, running for over 40 years, was the first of its kind in Western Canada and now partners with over 16,500 employers globally, including placements in Silicon Valley, Germany, Japan, and Hong Kong for specific programs like Computing Science. SFU also runs on a trimester system (Fall, Spring, Summer) rather than the standard two-semester calendar most Canadian universities use, letting motivated students accelerate their degree by studying through the summer term rather than taking it off.
Visa & Post-Study Work Pathway
SFU graduates are eligible for the PGWP, with strong co-op placement outcomes feeding directly into Express Entry-eligible Canadian work experience.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Simon Fraser University good for international students?
Simon Fraser University is ranked #312 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, 13th of the 20 universities in Canada covered on VisaCalc. International tuition is about CAD $37,888 a year. After graduating: post-Graduation Work Permit: up to 3 years after a 2+ year program (field-of-study rules apply to most college grads). Whether it is a good fit depends on your program, budget and career plans; use the cost calculator and comparison charts on this page.
What tuition does Simon Fraser University charge international students?
CAD $37,888 per year (2026-27 tuition for normal courses, 15 units per term (some upper-level courses cost more)), checked 30 October 2026.
What IELTS score do I need for Simon Fraser University?
Typically IELTS 6.5+ overall, varies by program.
Can I work in Canada after graduating from Simon Fraser University?
SFU graduates are eligible for the PGWP, with strong co-op placement outcomes feeding directly into Express Entry-eligible Canadian work experience.
See the full Canada university landscape and visa pathway.
🇨🇦 Canada University Tiers Guide 🔗 Official Simon Fraser University Website
Worked example: a full degree at Simon Fraser University
An international student starting a 4-year bachelor's at the lowest fee shown, budgeting the official visa living-cost figure. Rates are converted at the 29 Oct 2026 reference rates; use the calculator above to change any assumption.
| Tuition | C$37,888 a year (2026-27 tuition for normal courses, 15 units per term (some upper-level courses cost more)) |
| Living costs | C$23,448 a year (IRCC study permit minimum for one person outside Quebec, from 1 Sept 2026 (Quebec: $24,617)) |
| Years | 4 (typical bachelor's length) |
| Total, fees flat | C$245,344 ≈ ₹1.67 crore ≈ $175,021 |
| Total if costs rise 4% a year | C$260,461 ≈ ₹1.77 crore |
The visa living-cost figure is a legal minimum, not a comfortable budget. Scholarships are not deducted.
Sources
- SFU 2026/27 typical costs, via SettleCanada
- Narcity: Canadian universities in QS 2027
- CIC News: study permit funds rise to $23,448
- Exchange rates: open.er-api.com reference rates, 29 Oct 2026
How we checked this page
Fees for Simon Fraser University come from the SFU 2026/27 typical costs, via SettleCanada; the QS 2027 position from Narcity: Canadian universities in QS 2027; living costs from CIC News: study permit funds rise to $23,448. Checked on 30 October 2026. Course-level fees vary, so confirm your exact program on the official Simon Fraser University website before paying anything. VisaCalc is independent of Simon Fraser University. Not admissions or immigration advice.