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Simon Fraser University

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Sustainability Impact Rated
Burnaby, Canada
301–350th in World University Rankings 2026
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About Simon Fraser University

Basic information and contact details for Simon Fraser University

institution

SFU is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Over the past 60 years, SFU has been recognized among the top universities worldwide in providing a world-class education and working with communities and partners to develop and share knowledge for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. Committed to excellence in everything we do, SFU fosters innovation to address global challenges and continues to build a welcoming, inclusive community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. With campuses in British Columbia’s three largest cities—Burnaby, Surrey and Vancouver—SFU has 10 faculties that deliver 368 undergraduate degree programs and 149 graduate degree programs for more than 37,000 students each year. The university boasts more than 200,000 alumni residing in 145+ countries. Learn more at www.sfu.ca

Rankings

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Impact Rankings

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Key Student Statistics

A breakdown of student statistics at Simon Fraser University

gender ratio
Student gender ratio
54 F : 46 M (1)
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International student percentage
31% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
24.9 (1)
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Student total
26776 (1)

Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2026

Subjects Taught at Simon Fraser University

See below for a range of subjects taught at Simon Fraser University

Arts and Humanities

  • Archaeology
  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • History, Philosophy and Theology
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Biological Sciences
  • Sport Science

Medical and Health

  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Geography
  • Politics and International Studies
  • Sociology

Downloads

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SFU What's Next Strategy 2023.pdf

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SFU Strategic Research Plan 2023-2028.pdf

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SFU Academic Plan 2025-2030.pdf

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SFU Viewbook_2026.pdf