How to Apply
Applying to medical school is exciting but can feel overwhelming. This page outlines everything you need to know about the application process from key dates and required materials to the various stages of assessment.
Please read through each section carefully and refer to the applicant manual for full details and instructions.
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Key Dates
The timeline below outlines the key dates throughout the year, from when applications open to when all documents and transcripts must be submitted. It鈥檚 essential that you submit your completed application by the stated deadline to allow enough time for your file to be reviewed and for any errors or omissions to be addressed.
2026-27 Application timeline
| Date | Deadline |
|---|---|
July 2026 |
Application opens. |
October 7, 2026 |
Application closes at 3:00PM PT Deadline to submit all application documents:
|
Mid-December 2026 |
Interview (MMI) invitations sent via email and available through the portal. Applicants invited to interview begin sending requests for their five (5) character references. |
February 15, 2027 |
Deadline for all five (5) character references to be completed by 3:00PM PT (applicants invited to or waitlisted for interview only) |
| March 13-14, 2027 | MMIs will be conducted in-person at 51社区黑料Burnaby. |
May 2027 |
Admission decisions sent to applicants via the portal and email. Accept your offer by the deadline in your offer letter. The Admissions Office must be contacted within ten (10) business days of receiving an admissions decision if submitting an appeal. Requests for deferral must be submitted within ten (10) business days of receiving an offer. |
May-July 2027 |
Waitlist offers will be sent out on a rolling basis until all spots have been filled. |
May-July 2027 |
Post-acceptance documentation deadline for:
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June 30, 2027 |
Deadline to complete undergraduate degree (if applicable) |
| August 2027 | Classes begin for the Fall 2027 intake of the SFU Stephens Family School of Medicine. |
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