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High School

You’ve researched our program and explored our opportunities. You can see yourself within our program. SFU’s Beedie School of Business is where you want to study to gain the experience, knowledge, and skills that will give you a career advantage. This is the moment you put your plan into action and start your application.

This application is for you if:

  • You are a secondary school student completing your studies this year or;
  • You previously graduated from a secondary school and have attempted fewer than 24 units of transferrable academic work at another post-secondary institution
  • Your marks in grade 11 and grade 12 courses (or equivalent) are in the 80s range or higher

Requirements

In addition to fulfilling the requirements for admission to SFU, you must also meet the specific admission requirements for SFU Beedie.

British Columbia high school

Secondary school applicants are competitively selected for admission in the Fall (September) and Spring (January) terms (only) by:

Required Grade 11 course categories

  • English 11
  • Math 11
  • Science 11 or Specialized Science 12
  • Social Studies 11 or 12

Grade 12 requirements

  • English Studies 12 (or equivalent) with a minimum final grade of 70%
  • Pre-Calculus 12
  • One course from List A
  • Two additional courses from List A or List B

Admission is based on an evaluation of all approved Grade 11 and 12 courses, with greater emphasis on List A courses.

Students Outside of British Columbia

For admission requirements outside of the B.C. High School curriculum, including International Baccalaureate, British Patterned Education, and other International curriculums from countries around the world, please visit SFU’s admission requirements.

Supplemental Application

Marks matter, but so do your experiences, achievements and communication skills. The Supplemental Application brings to life your experiences and personality. It is your chance to share with us a complete picture of who you are and why an SFU Beedie education is right for you.

What to expect

  • A short answer essay question that reveals more about who you are and demonstrates your communication skills
  • A place to describe your extra-curricular activities. From athletics and artistic pursuits to volunteer work and community involvement – tell us about your interests and what makes you unique
  • A request for two references. One must be a school teacher or counsellor, and both should be able to speak to your character, achievements and extracurricular activities
  • Something you want to share that doesn’t fit into the options above? We have a space for that!
  • Already applied to SFU Beedie? Tell us what you’ve accomplished since your previous application
  • Payment of the Supplemental Application fee
  • Learn what makes a successful applicant, how to best prepare, and answers to our frequently asked questions by visiting our Supplemental Overview page.

Supplemental Overview

Partnership with SFU Canadian Coding League

SFU Beedie has a partnership with the SFU Canadian Coding League, which offers high school students an extracurricular that can strengthen applications to post-secondary institutions and scholarships.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between applying for the SFU Burnaby or Surrey Campus?

In , the campus you select (e.g. Burnaby or Surrey) will determine where you take BUS 201 - Introduction to Business, which is a mandatory course for your first term in the business program. 

Admission to SFU Beedie is not campus specific. For example, an applicant does not have better odds at gaining admission if they apply for the Burnaby campus as opposed to the Surrey campus.

Can I apply for a Joint Major or Business Concentration at the time of application?

No. Applicants apply for a Joint Major program or declare their Business Concentration(s) once they have been accepted and start the program. Our program is designed to give you foundational knowledge in the different concentration areas so that you can discover your passions and align future career goals before you begin to deepen your knowledge in your chosen field. We encourage BBA students to declare their concentration by their third year.

More information on our nine concentrations, including Accounting, Marketing, Finance, Strategic Analysis and more, can be . Once you've been admitted, connect with a  to plan your next steps.

How will I know if SFU Admissions has received my documents?

You may review your item statuses by reviewing the  in your Student Center. Items that have been received by SFU Admissions will have a green check mark.

I’ve been asked to self-report my grades. Where can I find more information on the self-reported grades process?

The self-reported grades process is completed in your  under the Admission section. More information about what to report can be found here.

I’m a B.C. high school student, can you use my Calculus mark in lieu of Pre-Calculus?

No. Calculus 12 (or equivalent) cannot be used in place of Pre-Calculus 12 for admission.

What can I do if I don’t have one of the required courses?

You can review the course requirements for high school applicants across different curricula here. If you do not meet the requirements for admission, you may wish to apply to another SFU Faculty and pursue an  or an external .

Why was my application denied?

Admission to the Beedie School of Business is based on multiple factors, including the number of spaces we have available in our program and the size and competitiveness of the applicant pool. Applicants are able to view their specific cancellation reason in their in the Admission section. If you require further clarification as to why your application has been cancelled, please contact our office at bsb_admit@sfu.ca.

Have questions?

Get in touch with a member of SFU Beedie's recruitment team by email or:

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