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Parents & guardians
As parents or guardians of students transitioning to university, this resource page will help you support them in exploring their future at SFU—we'll help you help your student! By being informed about each step of your student's journey to SFU, from exploring their interests to submitting their application and beyond, you'll be able to guide and encourage them to make informed decisions about their education.
Exploring your student's future at SFU
Top comprehensive university in Canada for the past 18 years*
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Maclean's University Rankings *(2008-2013, 2015-2025)
Top in Canada and #12 in the world for innovation
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2024 World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI)
Canada's top university for entrepreneurial spirit
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2025 World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI)
The SFU student experience
Your student's university experience is shaped by the positive things they'll have access to throughout their undergraduate studies at SFU:
- An interdisciplinary education that reflects SFU's commitment to excellence and innovation, where they can build their degree based on their interests.
- Career-developing experiential opportunities through programs like Co-op, Study Abroad, and entrepreneurial and research opportunities.
- A diverse, inclusive SFU community where students can feel a strong sense of belonging.
- Our network of services and resources that helps set them up for academic success and make them feel supported throughout their university journey.
37,000+ students in the SFU community
8,200+ international students from 133 countries
200,000+ proud alumni
1,000+ faculty members
Help your student navigate the SFU application process with confidence, while encouraging their independence as they plan their own future. To start, students can explore their areas of interest to help narrow down which programs and faculties they'd like to consider at SFU. You can flip through our viewbook together to discover how SFU might be the right fit for your student!
Application periods & deadlines
| Term of admission | Applicants | Application period |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | All students | June 16, 2025 - September 15, 2025 |
| Summer 2026 | All students | December 1, 2025 - January 15, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | High school students | October 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026 |
| Transfer students | Check back soon for updates |
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Review general admission requirements
Admission requirements depend on students' pathways to SFU. For example, Canadian and international high school students will each find different admission requirements, while college and university students transferring to SFU will have their own.
Basic eligibility for high school students
Domestic high school students
- All required Grade 11 courses (or equivalents), excluding Quebec
- English language requirement
- Quantitative and analytical skills requirement
- Province-specific requirements
International high school students
- Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior high school
- English language requirement
- Quantitative and analytical skills requirement
- Faculty and/or program-specific requirements
- Country-specific requirements, where applicable
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Review program-specific requirements
Once your student decides which undergraduate programs they’re interested in, they can review the requirements specific to those programs, in addition to the general admission requirements for SFU covered above.
Alternate program choice
Students are encouraged to do sufficient research on their primary and alternate program choices. Having an alternate program in mind and meeting the requirements for both program choices on your student's application can optimize their chances of receiving an Offer of Admission from SFU.
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Self-guided virtual tours
If you're unable to make it here on campus or join a scheduled guided virtual tour, we encourage you to explore SFU on your own. You'll be able to tour our campuses at your own pace and discover new things about SFU!