Overview
59%
Acceptance Rate?Calculated from yearly application and admission figures published in official Common University Data Ontario (CUDO) reports and university publications.
35,000
Total Students?Approximate total enrollment as reported by the university in official publications and CUDO reports.
41
Student Reports?Admission results submitted anonymously by real applicants on Uniscope. Duplicate entries and statistical outliers are filtered automatically.
view student dataBurnaby, BC
~$6,488
Domestic Tuition Per Year?Typical full-time undergraduate tuition for the 2025-26 academic year, based on Statistics Canada data. Actual fees vary by program and exclude ancillary fees and living costs.
SFU is frequently ranked as Canada's top comprehensive university. Perched atop Burnaby Mountain, it is famous for its brutalist architecture and its trimester system, which allows for flexible year-round study.
Simon Fraser University's overall acceptance rate is approximately 59% for 2026 undergraduate admissions. Across 65 programs tracked on Uniscope, acceptance rates span 25–55%. These figures are based on 41 verified applicant submissions shared directly by students on Uniscope.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Simon Fraser University?
The overall acceptance rate at Simon Fraser University is approximately 59%. Rates vary significantly by program, so check individual program pages for competitive averages.
What are the most competitive programs at Simon Fraser University?
The most competitive programs at Simon Fraser University by acceptance rate are Computing Science (BSc/BA) (~25%), Behavioural Neuroscience (BSc) (~30%), Data Science (~30%).
How many undergraduate programs does Simon Fraser University offer?
Simon Fraser University offers over 65 undergraduate programs.
How much is tuition at Simon Fraser University?
For the 2025-26 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition at Simon Fraser University is approximately $6,488 CAD per year for domestic students and $31,378 to $36,429 CAD per year for international students. Actual fees vary by program — professional, engineering, and co-op programs may cost more.
How many students attend Simon Fraser University?
Simon Fraser University has approximately 35,000 full-time students enrolled.
Where is Simon Fraser University located?
Simon Fraser University is located in Burnaby, BC.