Simon Fraser University (SFU) is a public research university located in British Columbia, Canada. Fraser International College (FIC) is a private institution that offers pathway programs for international students seeking admission to SFU. While FIC operates independently, its programs are designed to prepare students for undergraduate studies at SFU, a publicly funded university. Successful completion of FIC’s programs grants students entry into SFU’s second year. Thus, SFU remains a public university, while FIC serves as a private intermediary for international students.
