Fraser International College (FIC) is the pathway college for Simon Fraser University, run by Navitas on SFU's Burnaby Mountain campus. Students take first-year university courses at FIC and then continue into the second year of an SFU degree if they meet the grades. You study alongside SFU students and use the same library and facilities.
Burnaby, Canada
Official website: fraseric.ca
Simon Fraser University
Navitas
SFU Burnaby Mountain campus
CA$26,000 – CA$32,000
International students, university transfer programmes
CA$18,000 – CA$24,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on fraseric.ca before you apply.
University Transfer Program (Business)
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
University Transfer Program (Computing Science)
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
University Transfer Program (Engineering)
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5, TOEFL: 70
Pre-Master's Program
Pre-MastersDuration
6 Months
Intake
Jan, May, Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Classes on SFU's own campus.
Progression into second year at Simon Fraser.
Three start dates a year.
Students continue into SFU degrees in business, computing, engineering and more.
SFU graduates can apply for a post-graduation work permit.
Burnaby and Vancouver tech firms recruit from SFU.
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SFU's campus sits on top of Burnaby Mountain, with residences, a bus up the hill and views over the city.
Burnaby is next to Vancouver with SkyTrain links, though rent is high throughout the region.
Letter of acceptance from Fraser International College
BC provincial attestation letter
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Online IRCC study permit application
Medical exam, if requested
Valid passport and biometrics
FIC accepts applications on a rolling basis. Apply four to six months ahead for the study permit.
Programmes start in January, May and September.
A Canadian study permit. Start with the letter of acceptance from Fraser International College and, where required, the provincial attestation letter, then apply to IRCC online. Allow a few months, as processing times vary by country.
University transfer streams in business, computing science and engineering are popular. Entry needs Grade 12 results and IELTS 5.5.
FIC offers some scholarships for high-achieving students. Check the college website.
