Two routes in
International high school students can apply directly to SFU or through the pathway program run by Fraser International College on campus, and can apply to both at the same time.
Partner university · Canada
Simon Fraser University
A British Columbia research university across three campuses, known for computing science, business and a trimester calendar.
QS World #312QS World Rankings 2027
Founded 1965Public research university
35,604Students
About the university
Why students choose Simon Fraser University
A British Columbia research university across three campuses, known for computing science, business and a trimester calendar.
We place students here by direct application, which suits applicants whose grades and English result already meet the published entry requirements.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: Simon Fraser University, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Direct admission
Direct entry is meant for students with high academic standing, who must also meet SFU's English, quantitative and analytical skills, and program-specific requirements.
Master's entry (Jordan)
For graduate study, SFU normally expects a Jordanian bachelor's degree with at least 80% overall, plus proof of English proficiency; individual departments may ask for more.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What Simon Fraser University costs
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
Programmes
Popular courses at Simon Fraser University
Bachelor of Science (Computing Science Major)
4 years Course page
Information Systems in Business Administration and Computing Science (Joint Major)
Course page
Master of Science in Computing Science
Course page
Master of Science in Big Data
Course page
Master of Visual Computing
Course page
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to Simon Fraser University, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Simon Fraser University is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at Simon Fraser University: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppDoes Simon Fraser University offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Undergraduate Scholars Entrance Scholarship (Up to CAD 140,000 (international)). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into Simon Fraser University?
GESCO applies to Simon Fraser University by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is Simon Fraser University?
Simon Fraser University is in Canada. It was founded in 1965.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Simon Fraser University?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Simon Fraser University directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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Interested in Simon Fraser University?
Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.
- Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
- A plan B. Similar universities if this one is out of reach
- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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