Simon Fraser University
- Canada
- Founded 1965
Overview
Simon Fraser University (SFU) is a public research university in British Columbia, Canada. It maintains three campuses in Greater Vancouver, respectively located in Burnaby, Surrey, and Downtown Vancouver.
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Key facts
| Founded | 1965Source: Wikidata (opens in a new tab) |
|---|---|
| Main location | Simon Fraser UniversitySource: Wikidata. Other campuses may not be listed. (opens in a new tab) |
| Students | 35,604 (year not stated)Source: Wikidata. Can be out of date. (opens in a new tab) |
| Staff | 6,345 (2024)Source: Wikidata. Can be out of date. (opens in a new tab) |
| Website | sfu.ca (opens in a new tab) |
| Official account (opens in a new tab) |
Data read on 12 November 2026. Check the university's own site for current details.
Scholarships for international students
- UGGLA Family Scholarship Check the official page
Simon Fraser University's own scholarships page (opens in a new tab) (checked 14 Nov 2026)
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People who studied here
- Terry Fox (opens in a new tab)Canadian athlete, humanitarian, and cancer research activist
- Tony Buzan (opens in a new tab)English author and educational consultant (1942–2019)
- Paul Watson (opens in a new tab)Canadian environmental activist
- Pakalitha Mosisili (opens in a new tab)Prime Minister of Lesotho
- Hayley Wickenheiser (opens in a new tab)Canadian ice hockey and softball player
- Melissa Roxburgh (opens in a new tab)Canadian actress
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