FIC offers a range of accommodation options to suit your needs. These include on-campus accommodation, homestay and off-campus accommodation.

Students under 19 must be in accommodation acceptable to their parents and FIC.

SFU Residences (on-campus accommodation)

FIC students may choose to live in SFU residences at the Burnaby campus, just a short walk from your classes. The residences feature extra long beds, shared TVs, microwaves in common rooms, and wiring for high speed Internet access. Our residences include a dining hall and a meal plan that is available for the entire residence community.

Life at the centre of it all, barbeque nights, movie nights and “rez” challenges are just some of the regular activities that make residence fun! Our student staff and volunteers are there to help you make the most of your residence experience – whether it is sharing study tips, letting you know where to find the best cup of coffee or inviting you to join in a volleyball game. For many students, residence life is one the most memorable aspects of their undergraduate experience.

Please note that when completing the online Residence and Housing Application form, you will be asked to enter your SFU student ID number. FIC students should enter "FIC_" followed by your FIC student number as it appears in your Letter of Offer (for example, FIC_AABBC63).

For more information about SFU residences, visit Residence and Housing at SFU.

Important Dates

Residence Orientation

There is a mandatory Residence Orientation for all new students.  Click here for further information.

Please Note

* After completing the on-line application you will receive an offer letter and license agreement via email from the SFU Residence Office. To confirm your room reservation you must return the signed license agreement and make the required confirmation payment by the stated deadline in their offer letter.
* Students can apply after the room guarantee deadlines, however rooms are assigned on a first come, first serve basis.

Homestay

For many students, the opportunity to stay with a Canadian family, off-campus and in the community, offers a special appeal. As a homestay student, you will have the chance to be a part of the family, taking part in family activities and celebrating special occasions.

All families are within commuting distance of SFU. Homestay includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Your homestay package may be upgraded to include high speed internet access or a private bathroom.

FIC’s preferred homestay providers are First Choice International Placement Inc and Vancouver Central Homestay

Off-campus accommodation

A wide range of off-campus accommodation including hostels, boarding houses, private rentals and shared accommodation is available to FIC students. The following resources are the best places to start looking for off-campus accommodation:

• online at SFU Off-Campus Housing or Homes 4 Students
• classified advertisements in Vancouver newspapers including The Province and The Vancouver Sun

Airport Pickup

Any students that would like airport pickup should make their requests on-line through the following link:
http://www.beatonsmeetandgreet.com