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4.06 / 5 based on 60 reviews
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Barbara K
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
Because you meet a lot of people, if you have questions there is always someone to ask and it is close to university.
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Personal comments
Living on campus at SFU is very good since the university has a quite remote location on a mountain outside of Vancouver
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Barbara K
Overall
I wish I had known...
that the University is so far away from Vancouver downtown
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In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
If you want to live on Campus choose the "Townhouses".
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
SFU International is responsible for all exchange and international students and they are very helpful. Furthermore, a lot of events are organized and especially the Faculty of Business Administration is very active with the international community.
Concerning travelling, I would recommend going to Vancouver Island/Victoria, Whistler, the Canadian Rockies and Seattle.
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Seph C
BartonCollege, Wilson, United States
Communication and Information Sciences, Undergraduate, Independent
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Government assistance
Other sources of funding:
A private grant<br>
Other
Work opportunities:
It was not legal for me to work
Personal spending habits
I had a girlfriend in Canada which increase my spending habits quite a bit.
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Nightlife:
was more expensive than at home.
Travel, Housing:
was the same price as at home.
Overall, Food, Telephone:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Costs of bus passes where quite high and Safeway was too expense for my tastes. Budget constantly and don't overspend. At the same time have fun!
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Seph C
BartonCollege, Wilson, United States
Communication and Information Sciences, Undergraduate, Independent
Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I had no problems because I am a native english speaker, but since Vancouver has a enormous Chinatown I found I had problems understanding the asian influence within the city.
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“My experience at SFU”
Ahmad E
Canada, Undergraduate
, 2024
Overall
As a student who has had the privilege of attending Simon Fraser University (SFU), I can confidently say that it has been an incredibly transformative and enriching experience. SFU truly stands as a beacon of academic excellence, fostering an environment that nurtures personal growth, critical thinking, and innovation.
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Careers
Simon Fraser University (SFU) is not only renowned for its academic excellence but also for its exceptional internship program that empowers students with real-world experience, professional growth, and a competitive edge in their chosen fields. As a participant in SFU's internship program, I can confidently say that it has been an invaluable stepping stone towards my future career.
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Pros
Its's commitment to fostering an environment of innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration
Cons
One of the drawbacks of Simon Fraser University (SFU) is its geographical location, particularly for students who prefer a more centralized or urban campus setting.
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Sandra L
Languages
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my English
How much did you improve your English?
My level before: At ease in most situations
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
I had the opportunity to further develop my language skills. As my language of instruction in my home university is english too I had no problems in communication.
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