University Overview
Founded in 1965, 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 aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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large-sized
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least selective
University Identity
| Name | Simon Fraser University |
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| Acronym | SFU |
| Founded | 1965 |
| Motto | Nous sommes prêts We are ready |
| Colours | Red and blue |
| Mascot | McFogg the Dog |
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University Location
| Address | 8888 University Drive Burnaby V5A1S6 British Columbia Canada |
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(778) 782 6930 |
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(778) 782 5682 |
| Other locations | Vancouver and Surrey |
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