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Simon Fraser University

Burnaby

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Canada
Founded in 1965, Simon Fraser University (SFU) is renowned for its innovative approach to education and world-class research. Located in Canada’s third largest metropolitan area, SFU is an international university focused on interdisciplinary teaching and research, and offering a diverse range of degree programs- both undergraduate and graduate- that are at the cutting-edge of academics. SFU’s commitment to international collaboration and global partnerships sets it apart from other regional universities.

Overall Score: 

52.31

We grade on a curve: 

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

simon fraser university for international students

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

22900

Total Years to Degree

4

Total Tuition Cost ($)

91600

Location

Burnaby is a bustling city located just east of Vancouver, BC, with a population of 236,000. It has two major transportation hubs, including an airport and SkyTrain rail line, that offers direct connections to the rest of the Lower Mainland. Burnaby is home to many beautiful parks, including Central Park, an urban green space providing stunning views of the North Shore and Vancouver’s downtown skyline.

Overall Scores

Academics

62.32

Happiness

81.13

Costs

13.47

Overall Grade

52.31

1. Academics

Rank:

275

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

27.5

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better). 

Number of English Taught Programs:

77

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take. 

Total Academic Score:

62.32

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

93.2

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

31

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

100

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad? 

Total Happiness Score:

81.13

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

17.4

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living. 

Rent Index Percentile:

13.8

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

91600

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

13.47

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

52.31

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

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