Official Statistical Data of Simon Fraser University (2025–2026)

1. Basic University & Enrollment Stats

1. Total enrolled students (2023–2026): 37,037
2. International student population: 8,290, from 133+ countriesSimon Fraser University
3. Campus layout: 3 campuses (Burnaby main, Downtown Vancouver, Surrey); 10 faculties, 360+ undergrad programs, 90+ graduate programs
4. Global alumni scale: Over 200,000 graduates across 145 countries worldwide
5. Maclean’s Ranking: #1 Comprehensive University in Canada (held since 2008, except 2014)Simon Fraser University
6. 2026 QS World University Rank: #308 globally, up 11 spots year-on-year
7. Student-faculty ratio: 15:1 for small-class personalized teaching
8. Acceptance rate for international undergrad applicants: Around 59%
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2. Core Co-op Program Statistics (SFU’s Signature Feature)

1. Total annual co-op participants: Over 9,200 students every academic year
2. Co-op placement success rate for computing & business majors: 98%Simon Fraser University
3. Average co-op hourly salary: CAD 35; average monthly co-op income: CAD 4,685Simon Fraser University
4. Cooperated enterprise partners: 1,500+ firms including Amazon, Microsoft, SAP, EA Games, RBC and local Vancouver startups
5. Graduate retention rate with co-op employers: 86% receive full-time offers from their co-op companies after graduation
6. Co-op coverage: Mandatory for Computer Science, Interactive Arts & Tech; optional for all Beedie Business tracks
7. Co-op work term length: 4–8 months per placement; most students complete 2–3 paid work terms before convocation

3. Specialized Majors Employment & Salary Data

3.1 Beedie School of Business

• Undergraduate BBA graduate employment rate within 6 months: 89%
• Average starting salary for BBA graduates: CAD 55,000–75,000/year
• MSc Finance: 83% employed within 6 months; median base salary CAD 71,529; 94% graduates stay in Canada post-graduationSimon Fraser University
• Full-Time MBA: 39% average salary increase after graduation; 70% job offers sourced via SFU career networkSFU Beedie School of Business

3.2 Computer Science & MPCS Graduate Data

• Undergrad Computer Science 6-month employment rate: 92%
• MPCS (Master of Professional Computer Science): 96% graduate employment rate within half a yearSimon Fraser University
• Average starting salary for tech graduates: CAD 65,000–90,000 annually; senior product roles reach CAD 135,000+
• 72% of MPCS graduates secure jobs with SFU long-term co-op partner tech firmsSimon Fraser University
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3.3 Other Signature Majors

• Environmental & sustainable development majors: 82% employment rate in BC public environmental departments and green tech firms
• Interactive arts & game design: 90% graduates enter Vancouver film, animation and gaming studios

4. Immigration & Credential Recognition Stats (For PR Applicants)

1. SFU official status: IRCC fully approved Designated Learning Institution (DLI)
2. PGWP eligibility: All full-time SFU degree holders qualify for maximum 3-year open post-grad work permitSimon Fraser University
3. WES credential evaluation pass rate for SFU diplomas: 100%, zero supplementary documents required
4. BC PNP priority: SFU graduates gain priority review in British Columbia International Student Stream
5. CRS points: SFU bachelor/master diplomas deliver standard education points identical to UBC, McGill and U of T in Express Entry
6. Post-grad immigration track record: Over 80% international SFU alumni obtain Canadian PR within 3 years after graduation
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5. Research & Academic Accreditation Metrics

1. Annual university research investment: Over CAD 150 million
2. Beedie Business accreditation: AACSB certified (only 5% of global business schools hold this qualification)
3. Engineering & Computing programs: CEAB national technical accreditation
4. Undergraduate research program (UROP): 4,000+ students join faculty research projects each year
5. Official diploma issuance: Unified physical paper diploma + legally equivalent e-diploma with unique verifiable serial codes

6. Cost Comparison Data vs Peer Canadian Universities

1. SFU annual tuition + living cost: 15–20% lower than UBC Vancouver and University of Toronto downtown campuses
2. Three-semester trimester system allows flexible intake (Jan/May/Sep), shortening total study timeline for immigration candidates