Rankings

Top
1.9_%

of universities
in the world*

Top
1.9_%

of universities
in the world*

_#301^–
350

in the world^†

_#11

in Canada^†

See Yourself at SFU: Excellence, Innovation and Impact

Over the past 60 years, SFU has risen above to establish ourselves as a leading research university, consistently ranking in the top 1-2% of universities worldwide. We are internationally recognized for excellence in research, innovation, commitment to sustainability and international outlook—but don’t just take our word for it.

School of Interactive Arts and Technology student Justin Yu working on an in-class project in 2018.

Prepare for your future

Studying at SFU isn’t just about earning a degree. You will also make memories and gain hands-on experiences that help you take charge of your future. Learn how School of Interactive Arts and Technology student Justin Yu’s time at SFU helped him form lifelong connections while launching his design career.

Prepare for your future

Studying at SFU isn’t just about earning a degree. You will also make memories and gain hands-on experiences that help you take charge of your future. Learn how School of Interactive Arts and Technology student Justin Yu’s time at SFU helped him form lifelong connections while launching his design career.

_#3

in the world for
Sustainable Cities & Communities^‡

_#3

in the world for Climate Action^‡

Top 20

in the world^‡

School of Sustainable Energy Engineering student Tianna Sequeira transformed her engineering and policy experience into a dream job that will help send humans deeper into space than ever before.

Find your sustainable career

We know you care about the climate crisis, and we do too. At SFU, you’ll learn more about sustainability in your field of study, make a difference through research, clubs and volunteer work and get unique, hands-on experiences—like Tianna Sequeria, a Sustainable Energy Engineering student who landed a co-op position at the Canadian Space Agency where she worked to improve the agency’s environmental footprint.

Find your sustainable career

We know you care about the climate crisis, and we do too. At SFU, you’ll learn more about sustainability in your field of study, make a difference through research, clubs and volunteer work and get unique, hands-on experiences—like Tianna Sequeria, a Sustainable Energy Engineering student who landed a co-op position at the Canadian Space Agency where she worked to improve the agency’s environmental footprint.

#1

Canadian
Comprehensive University¹

We provide an excellent, well-rounded education, with a diverse range of programs and research opportunities. You’ll have room to explore all your interests, and we will support you every step of the way. Learn about Golrokh Nouri’s journey from wrestler and math student to pharmacology researcher.

#15

in the world
for innovation²

Have a big idea you want to share with the world? We provide dedicated programs and mentorship to help students achieve their entrepreneurial dreams. Learn how Ben Britton founded his company, Ionomr Innovations—recently named to the Global Cleantech 100—while conducting research at SFU.

#2

for International
Outlook in Canada^†

Our campuses are vibrant and diverse, welcoming people and ideas from around the world. No matter what your background or interests, you’ll find somewhere to connect. Learn how international student Joaquin Suarez found community at SFU through his experiences in clubs and the co-op program.

$150M

research income
in 2023

SFU is home to incredible researchers across every faculty who create knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are proud to be one of Canada’s fastest-growing research-intensive universities and a trusted innovation partner to communities, government and industry at home and abroad. Learn how mechatronics student Kimia Rezaeian travelled to Tanzania to field-test her weed-removal robot on more than 3,700 acres of agricultural land.

Program highlight: Computing Science

Yasutaka Furukawa

At the School of Computing Science, our students learn from world-renowned faculty and get hands-on experience in one of the most dynamic and fastest-growing job markets. Learn how computing science student Clare Provenzano is working with SFU professor Nicholas Vincent to create fair and unbiased AI algorithms. Or see how professor Yasutaka Furukawa, a world-renowned computer vision and machine learning specialist, is advancing AI for self-driving cars.

#4

in Canada overall³

#2

in Canada,
computer vision and
computer graphics³

Are you starting to see yourself at SFU? Learn more about our student experience and how to apply.

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Additional Rankings

See additional rankings from Times Higher Education, the QS World Rankings and more.

Centre for World University Rankings 2024

Top 1.9% overall

CSRankings

#4 in Canada
#2 in Canada – Computer Vision and Computer Graphics

Maclean’s University Rankings 2025

#1 Canadian comprehensive university

QS World University Rankings 2025

#13 in Canada
#4 in Canada – international student ratio
#5 in Canada – international faculty ratio

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024

#3 in Canada – Archaeology
#4 in Canada – Anthropology
#5 in Canada – Communications & Media Studies
#4 in Canada – Geography

Times Higher Education 2024 Impact Rankings

#17 overall (#4 in Canada)
#3 in the world (#1 in Canada) – Sustainable Cities and Communities
#3 in the world (#1 in Canada) – Climate Action
#22 in the world – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
#57 in the world – Partnership for the Goals

Times Higher Education 2025 World University Rankings

#2 in Canada – International Outlook
#301-350 overall

Times Higher Education 2024 World University Rankings by Subject

#7 in Canada – Arts and Humanities
#7 in Canada – Computer Science
#7 in Canada – Education
#4 in Canada – Psychology

World University Rankings for Innovation 2024

#15 overall (#1 in Canada)
#2 in Canada for Industrial Application