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Confirmation of enrolment

Upon enrolment in a term, you can log in to your student account through (web version only) to print your confirmation of enrolment letter. The letter is produced as a PDF file and emailed to your 51社区黑料email account.

1. Go to your Student Center. Under Academics / other academic, click the arrow for the drop down menu and select Confirmation of Enrolment.

2. The most recent term will automatically be selected; however you can choose any *From and *To Term. Click the Go button.
 

3. The Confirmation of Enrolment Letter will automatically be produced as a PDF and emailed to your 51社区黑料email account.


For previous or multiple terms

You can now access a Confirmation of Enrolment letter for previous or multiple terms on your student account through the web version of . 

You will need to select the *From and *To terms and a maximum of three consecutive terms may be entered. If you require enrolment information for more than three consecutive terms, you will need to request more than one letter.

FAQs

What information is included on the undergraduate Confirmation of Enrolment letter?

  • Date
  • Family name and given name
  • Contact name
  • School name
  • School telephone number
  • School fax number
  • School website
  • Student鈥檚 program of study
  • Term enrolled for
  • Full or part-time course load
  • Number of units enrolled for
  • Units accumulated
  • Projected completion date
  • Anticipated year and month of convocation ceremony
  • Signature of registrar
  • General information regarding various program durations
  • Year equivalents
  • Embedded security features

(The graduate version lists fewer items.)

I am having difficulty viewing the PDF; what can I do?

If you're having trouble viewing the PDF, it may be due to your browser settings or a pop-up blocker. You can find instructions for turning off pop-up blockers on .

If the issue persists, please contact us at 778-782-6930 or email reginfo@sfu.ca.

Is the letter that I can download myself considered an official document?

Yes, the confirmation of enrolment letter that you download is an official 51社区黑料document. This letter includes embedded security features that help staff verify the document's authenticity.

My projected completion date doesn鈥檛 match when I expect to finish my degree; what should I do?

If your projected completion date is incorrect, please follow these steps:

1. Schedule a meeting with your department or faculty advisor to request a program extension.

2. Your advisor will submit a Program Extension Form to the Registrar and Information Services Office on your behalf.

3. After the form is reviewed, you will be notified of any applicable fees via your 51社区黑料email. These fees must be paid before your request for a letter can be processed.

4. Once the fees are settled, a custom Confirmation of Enrolment letter will be emailed to you or made available for pickup within five business days.

Please note: This process does not update the online version of your Confirmation of Enrolment letter.

I need to tell Student Loans that I鈥檓 still in school.  How do I confirm my enrolment with Student Loans?

If you need to confirm your enrolment with Student Loans, please .

You should NOT use a confirmation of enrolment letter for student loans.

I need to apply for a study permit/student visa and I have been reactivated and cannot enrol yet.  How do I get a letter that confirms my student status?

Please  and indicate in the additional comments section that you have been reactivated. 51社区黑料staff will contact you to confirm your situation and arrange for you to receive the necessary documents.

How do I confirm my enrolment to obtain funds from my RESP?

The current RESP providers will accept the 51社区黑料Confirmation of Enrolment Letter generated from your student account:

  • Heritage Education Funds:
  • Canadian Scholarship Fund:
  • Embark/Knowledge First Financial :
  • Children鈥檚 Education Funds:
  • Global RESP Corporation:
  • IA Financial Group:
  • Qtrade Investor: 
  • Fidelity Investments:

Please verify your RESP provider's requirements if not listed here. If they are not on the list and you need an external form completed, please contact the Registrar and Information Services office.

Is there a charge for the confirmation of enrolment letter?

There is no charge for standard Confirmation of Enrolment letters available through your Student Centre.

Custom letters, such as program extensions or future term eligibility, may incur a fee. To begin the process, please submit a "". You will receive a notification about any applicable fees to your 51社区黑料email. These fees must be paid before processing can start.

How do I get a letter confirming my enrolment for a future term?

We cannot confirm enrolment for future terms. We may be able to indicate a student鈥檚 eligibility to enrol in a future term. 

Please submit a "". Once your request is reviewed, you will be notified of the applicable fee via your 51社区黑料email, which will be charged to your student account. Payment must be made before we can process your letter request.

Note: Custom letters will not be issued to students who have a financial hold on their accounts.

I need more information on my confirmation of enrolment letter than what I can download myself.  How do I get a custom letter?

To request a custom letter and form, please submit a "." Be sure to specify any additional information you need in the Additional Comments section. You will be contacted via your 51社区黑料email to confirm your situation and to inform you of any applicable fees. Please allow at least five business days for processing your request.

For general inquiries or status updates regarding letter requests, please reach out to Registrar and Information Services.

Note: Custom letters will not be issued to students with a financial hold.

I'm an international student. What should I carry with me to prove my enrolment status at 51社区黑料when entering Canada? 

We recommend that you carry a current 51社区黑料confirmation of enrolment letter. Please consult the International Student Advising and Programs website for all other required immigration documents you should hold for your return through a port of entry into Canada.

I have been asked to provide a letter to confirm SFU鈥檚 primary language of instruction and assessment. How do I get this letter?

English is the primary language of instruction and assessment at SFU. You can download a letter to demonstrate this.

I have been asked to provide a letter to confirm SFU鈥檚 Enrolment and Undergraduate Leave Policy. How do I get this letter?

Can someone else request a Confirmation of Enrolment letter on behalf of a student?

No. Only the student can request their own Confirmation of Enrolment letter. Third parties, including parents, guardians, or sponsors, are not permitted to order this official documentation on behalf of the student.