The Burnaby, Canada-based Fraser International College (FIC) provides students with a direct route to Simon Fraser University (SFU), one of the country's top universities.
The study alternatives offered by FIC include university transfer programmes that get students ready to enrol in college-level classes. The courses are equivalent to the first year of the SFU bachelor's programme. These are instructed by experienced university professors.
At the foundational and undergraduate levels, students have a selection of courses in subjects like the arts, social sciences, business administration, communication and business, communication, art, and technology, computing science, engineering science, environment, engineering, health science, and science, among others.
More than 2,500 students from all over the world study abroad at FIC. The study environment is encouraging and lively, and the small class sizes guarantee individualised attention. Students from FIC have access to SFU resources such computer laboratories, libraries, on-campus housing, recreation areas, and health services.
Students who are accepted will get a combined letter of offer for their SFU and FIC programmes for year two. Students may submit an application for a three-year graduate work visa after completing their studies at SFU.
Fraser International College Rankings
Fraser International College ranking by some of the popular agencies are-
- #1 in the list of the comprehensive universities in Canada by Macleans 2020.
- #Top 7 in innovation entrepreneurial spirit by World’s Universities with Real Impact, 2020
- #1% in Worldwide Rankings by QS 2020
Why Simon Fraser University?
- Ranked 197th out of top foreign universities.
- The top comprehensive university in Canada.
- Has achieved academic distinction for more than a century.
- By Academic Ranking of World Universities - 2012, ranked eighth among Canadian universities.
- Cutting-edge infrastructure.
- The only university outside of America.
- Ranked 244th in the world by QS.
Simon Fraser University Tuition Fees
| Courses | Duration | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and HealthCare (1 Courses) | 1 year | CAD 16076 |
| MBA (4 Courses) | 12 Month - 1 Year | CAD 32400 - CAD 54000 |
| Engineering (7 Courses) | 2 Year - 5 Year | CAD 9908 - CAD 22044 |
| Science (7 Courses) | 16 Month - 4 Year | CAD 7622 - CAD 22044 |
| Arts (3 Courses) | 2 year | CAD 5400 - CAD 5614 |
| Media Films (1 Courses) | 16 month | CAD 51480 |
| Information Technology (IT) (1 Courses) | 1 year | CAD 5505 |
| Management (3 Courses) | 16 Month - 4 Year | CAD 24250 - CAD 42700 |
Fraser International College English Language Test Scores
Students are required to submit proof of their English language proficiency in order to qualify for admission to the college. Following are the requirements for English language proficiency at the institute.
| Tests | Direct Entry | Integrated-Entry | Cornerstone-Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.0 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| IELTS (Indicator) | 6.0 | 5.55 | 5.5 |
| TOEFL | 79 | 69 | 59 |
| Pearson Versant English Test | 61 | 56 | 50 |
| Completion of last 3 years education in English | 65% score in English | 60% score in English | N/A |
| CGSE/O Level English Language | C | S | N/A |
| HKDSE | 4 | 3 | N/A |
| IB English | IB English A or English B Higher 4 | IB English A or English B Higher 3 | - |
| PTE | 58 | 42 | N/A |
Fraser International College Scholarships
To suit the educational needs of overseas students, the institute provides a wide variety of financial aid to study in Canada. In addition to scholarships and awards, it provides access to short-term emergency funding. Additionally, 47 additional scholarship possibilities have been offered by FIC.
| Scholarships | Awards (in CAD) | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Distinction Scholarship | 1000 | Excellent academic results Interview |
| Exceptional Academic Performance | 750 | Students with the highest academic results, interview |
| Resiliency Award Scholarship | 250 | Nominations received from FIC instructors, interview |
| Community Engagement Scholarship | 500 | Students participated in the promotion of positive experience in past semesters, exemplifying the Navitas core values |
| Summer Entrance Scholarship | 3,500 | BC College Transfer or BC Teaching University Transfer > 3.70 transfer admission average |
