Does Simon Fraser University give transfer credit for IB Economics SL?

Burnaby, BC

Faculty: General Transfer Credit

Yes, Transfer Credit Available!

Minimum Grade Required

4or higher

Credit Granted

SFU ECON 1XX (3)

Generic Credit: Counts as an elective, but may not replace a mandatory prerequisite for your major.

💡Expert's Take

This Standard Level credit is only available to IB Diploma holders. IB Certificate students do not receive credit for SL courses at SFU. Your Economics SL credit of ECON 1XX (3) is general elective credit — it counts toward your 120-unit graduation total but does not replace a specific course prerequisite. For course-specific credit (ECON 103 + ECON 105, 8 units total), see the Economics HL page. See the full IB transfer credit table for details.

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Your Potential Savings

Units Earned

3

Domestic

~$216-$288/unit

~$648 - $864

Est. Savings

International

~$1,214-$1,435/unit

~$3,642 - $4,305

Est. Savings

Premium Rate: Up to $288/unit

  • Applies to: Upper-division (200+) courses in Business, Engineering, and Computing Science.
  • Note: Since most IB credits replace 100-level courses, your savings will usually be at the $216 rate, but using the range covers all possibilities.

Tuition rates are for 2025. Always verify with SFU's official sources before making decisions.

📊 Compare Economics SL at Other Universities

See how Economics SL transfer credits compare across Canadian universities. Each school has different grade requirements and savings potential.

McGill University

Montreal, QC

Min Grade

N/A

Credit Granted

No transfer credit

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University of Ottawa

Ottawa, ON

Min Grade

N/A

Credit Granted

No transfer credit

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University of Victoria

Victoria, BC

Min Grade

N/A

Credit Granted

No transfer credit

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Western University

London, ON

Min Grade

N/A

Credit Granted

No transfer credit

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Tip: Different provinces have different tuition rates. Use these comparisons to find the best value for your residency status.

Data Disclaimer

This information is compiled from Simon Fraser University official sources and verified community reports. It is NOT a substitute for official academic advising. Always confirm with your advisor before making decisions.

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Last updated: December 2025

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