About Humber
At Humber, we offer a distinct third option between community colleges and universities—The Third Lane™. As Canada’s Polytechnic™, Humber has the competencies, breadth, and depth of talent and programs to shape a new lane for students, employers, and communities. It facilitates wealth creation and equal opportunity, thrives on innovation, and derives learning from failure.
Humber Invites You to Unleash Your Brilliance
The You You Knew Was In You™ is about building the confidence to unleash your true self and reach your full potential. Humber’s new campaign encourages individuals to embrace their inner spark, overcome self-doubt, and show the world that their true self matters.
How We Build Brilliance
Navigating Our Path Forward
The Humber story has always been one of resilience, relevance, and reinvention. As Canada faces unprecedented challenges of trade disruption and economic turbulence, Humber recognizes the opportunity to drive action and innovate solutions. Through our comprehensive strategic plans, informed through hours of consultation and brainstorming with our students, staff, and community, we have outlined our path forward.
Explore Our Vision & Strategy
Meet Our Leadership
Strong leadership and governance is the backbone of Humber. As the world moves rapidly into a new age of technology and connection, our leadership team is committed to delivering academic excellence and operating with efficiency and accountability. Meet the Humber executive team and learn more about what we do and how we work to achieve our unified vision.
Leadership & Governance
Excellence in Research and Innovation
As a polytechnic institution, Humber is continuing to bridge the gap between industry and community. We know that collaboration is the fuel of innovation and makes a lasting impact on the future of our country, and we’re delivering the facilities, talent, and resources to make it happen. Our research and innovation ecosystem is the key to our success and yours.
Research & Innovation
Empowering Social Responsibility
As a leader in higher education, Humber demonstrates dedication to building a healthy, sustainable campus through strong community partnerships and diverse social projects. Through our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (EDIB) Action Plan, our Sustainability Vision, and a wealth of collaborative social programs across our campus and surrounding communities, we inspire action on greater societal needs.
Social Responsibility
Building Brilliance
Humber has been a leader in education for over 57 years but recent challenges, such as the pandemic and Canada’s ongoing productivity crisis, have highlighted the need for change. As industries transform, educational institutions must adapt to support this shift. We recognize our pivotal role in shaping Canada’s future by developing skilled individuals, fostering partnerships, and driving sustainable growth. To address these challenges we needed a blueprint, one that reflects our potential to lead the charge in Canada’s recovery. In September 2023, we launched “Humber Inspired,” a community-wide initiative inviting input from faculty, staff, students, and industry partners to collectively define the next direction of Humber. We captured over 3,000 ideas which became the cornerstone of Humber’s vision.
Vision
Humber’s vision is more than a plan. It is a North Star guiding how we reimagine learning, build deeper partnerships, and drive lasting impact. Shaped through thousands of ideas from our community and partners, this vision challenges us to think boldly about the future of higher education in Canada.
Why Vision Matters
Canada is facing a national productivity crisis. Education must play a central role in helping solve it. At Humber, we see this as a call to action. By aligning our programs, partnerships, and innovation with the needs of employers and society, we are helping the country reach its potential and preparing learners for a world where adaptability and employability matter most.
Leadership & Governance
At Humber Polytechnic, we recognize the vital importance of strong leadership in advancing our goals. Led by the President and supported by our Executive Team and Board of Governors, we’re dedicated to ensuring that we provide the highest level of academic excellence, operational efficiency, and accountability to our community. Our Board of Governors collaborates with staff and administration to oversee key decision-making processes while our advisory committees play a crucial role in shaping our academic offerings. Our governance is supported by robust policy and reporting, demonstrating our commitment to transparency and accountability across all of Humber.
Humber History
In the early years of Toronto, the Humber River provided the local industry with the energy source and communications link it needed to flourish. In 1967, Humber College took on that heritage, dedicating itself to the communication of ideas and energy that would foster lifelong learning. The Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAATs) were established by provincial legislation in 1967 in response to the need for a skilled workforce. The mandate of CAATs was to provide accessible, quality career education and training to enhance the social and economic development of Ontario and to meet local, regional and global marketplace demand.
Scholarships & Bursaries
Explore a range of scholarships and awards designed to support your academic journey at Humber. Learn about eligibility criteria, application processes, and available financial assistance to help you achieve your educational goals.
Entrance Awards & Scholarships
2026 President’s International Entrance Award
Receive a $2,000 bursary when you start your studies at Humber!
Starting April 14, 2025, international students living outside Canada without a Humber DLI study permit may qualify for the President’s International Entrance Award to receive a $2,000 bursary.
2026 President’s International Entrance Award Details
To be eligible, you must:
- Apply to an eligible full-time program* starting January, May and September 2026
Eligibility by Intake:
- January 2026 intake:
Accept your offer of admission between April 14 – October 31, 2025
Submit your study permit application to IRCC by November 7, 2025 - May 2026 intake:
Accept your offer between September 1, 2025 – February 13, 2026
Submit your study permit application to IRCC by February 27, 2026 - September 2026 intake:
Accept your offer between November 15 , 2025 – to July 10, 2026
Submit your study permit application to IRCC by July 17, 2026
To receive and retain the award, applicants must:
- Accept an offer of admission to an eligible full-time program at Humber (*not including the English for Academic Purposes program) before the dates specified under Eligibility by Intake above.
- Submit their study permit application to IRCC by the dates specified under Eligibility by Intake above.
- Pay the $3,000 tuition deposit by the due date on the Letter of Acceptance (LOA).
- Pay the remaining program and ancillary fees by the due date on the LOA.
- Register and remain enrolled as a full-time international student paying international fees past the withdrawal deadline (the 10th day of classes) for the awarded start term.
Not receive a refund of the fees paid for the awarded start term.
Please Note:
- If these conditions are not met, the award will be revoked.
- The award is granted only once per student across the three eligible start terms (Winter, Summer, Fall 2026).
- The award is non-refundable. If the award results in an overpayment of fees, the excess funds will be automatically applied towards fees for the next semester.
International Entrance Scholarships
New students starting their Diploma and/or Advanced Diploma studies are eligible for consideration for an international entrance scholarship at Humber. This scholarship offers a CAD 2,000 reduction in tuition fees during the first two semesters of study (CAD 1,000 per semester).
International Entrance Scholarships Details
Further details of this scholarship are:
- Humber may consider high school students who have demonstrated academic excellence for the international entrance scholarship, but due to the limited number of scholarships available, only those with the highest GPA (Grade Point Average) will be awarded. Humber’s admissions team will calculate the GPA based on the high school transcripts received during the admissions assessment process. No separate application is required for the International Entrance Scholarship, as the awards are automatically granted to eligible candidates after they commence their studies.
- A total of 20 scholarships will be awarded to new students starting in September, 15 scholarships will be awarded to new students starting in January, and 5 scholarships will be awarded to new students starting in May. Per every starting semester, each recipient must come from a different country. In other words, no more than one student from any single country may receive the award within the same starting semester.
- The award will be applied towards the student’s MyHumber account as a credit after the 10th day of classes in two instalments of CAD 1,000. Both payments will be applied to the second semester. The scholarship recipient is still required to pay the full amount for the first semester.
- Only successful recipients will be notified after the Day 10 of their 1st-semester studies.
International Onshore Scholarship
International applicants already living in Canada could be eligible for a one-time $1,000 entrance scholarship.
Did you know? There are additional benefits for new students applying from inside Canada including fast-track offers and acceptance as well as the opportunity to waive the $100 application fee.
International Onshore Scholarship Details
Degree Scholarships
Bachelor’s Degree Scholarships
Bachelor’s Degree scholarships are available to students coming directly from high school/secondary school studies, who are non-transfer students (i.e. haven’t attended college or university, or studied in Humber’s EAP program), and are unlimited in quantity.
Humber awards degree scholarships automatically to graduating high school students based on academic achievement.
Bachelor’s Degree Scholarships Requirements
| AMOUNT | REQUIRED GPA* | RENEWABLE** |
|---|
| $4,000 | 95% or higher | yes |
| $3,500 | 90 – 94.9% | yes |
| $3,000 | 85 – 89.9% | yes |
| $2,000 | 80 – 84.9% | yes |
| $1,500 | 75 – 79.9% | one time |
* Eligibility is based on students high school academic achievement.
** Renewable scholarships will be reissued if the student achieves 80% or above in each year of the Bachelor’s degree.
Bachelor’s Degree Scholarships for EAP Graduates
Graduates of Humber’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program with a GPA of 80% or higher in Level 8, who are applying for a Bachelor’s Degree, will be eligible to receive a one-time non-renewable scholarship of $1,500.
Humber’s Terms and Conditions of Degree Scholarships
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Degree Transfer Scholarships ($1,500 – $2,500)
Humber automatically awards degree transfer scholarships to students entering any Humber degree program who have completed a one-year Ontario college certificate* or a two- or three-year diploma with a GPA of 80 per cent or more from a publicly-funded college. Students who have achieved a program GPA of 80 per cent or more will be awarded a one-time scholarship of $1,500 for a certificate program or $2,500 for a diploma program in recognition of their academic achievement. Certificates and diplomas do not have to be related to the degree program of choice and are not tied to the eligibility for advanced standing or transfer credit. No application is required.
Degree Transfer Scholarship Requirements
| AMOUNT | REQUIRED GPA | RENEWABLE |
|---|
| $1,500 | 80%+ Certificate* | one time |
| $2,000 | 80%+ Diploma | one time |
| *Certificates do not include Ontario Graduate Certificates, Certificates of Achievement or Certificates of Completion. |
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Awards for EAP Graduates
Graduates of Humber’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Certificate Program (Level 8) are also eligible for awards.
These awards are based on the following criteria:
- GPA
- Significant improvement in all areas of English language development, and
- Characteristics of respect, support, and cross-cultural communication within the Humber community.
These awards are only available to EAP graduates who have begun a degree program at Humber . EAP graduates do not need to apply for these awards. Faculty nominates recipients each fall semester, and the recipients are notified in November.
View EAP Graduate Awards
| Award Name | Academic Excellence Award in English for Academic Purposes |
|---|
| Award Criteria | This annual award is presented to a graduate of the English for Academic Purposes program who 1) achieved a high overall GPA over at least one semester, and 2) demonstrated significant improvement in all areas of English language development. |
| Award Value | $250.0 | No. of Recipients | 3 |
| Award Name | The English for Academic Purposes International Student Diploma Pathway Award |
|---|
| Award Criteria | This annual award is presented to an International Student graduate of the English for Academic Purposes program who 1) achieved a high overall GPA over at least one semester, 2) entered a Diploma course at Humber College, 3) exhibited the characteristics of respect, support, and cross-cultural communication in their interactions within the Humber community. |
| Award Value | $500 | No. of Recipients | 1 |
| Award Name | The English for Academic Purposes International Student Diploma Pathway Award |
|---|
| Award Criteria | This annual award is presented to an International Student graduate of the English for Academic Purposes program who 1) achieved a high overall GPA over at least one semester, 2) entered a Diploma course at Humber College, 3) exhibited the characteristics of respect, support, and cross-cultural communication in their interactions within the Humber community. |
| Award Value | $500 | No. of Recipients | 1 |
| Award Name | Academic Excellence Award in Teaching English as a Second Language |
|---|
| Award Criteria | This annual award is presented to the graduate of the Teaching English as a Second Language Post-Graduate Program who has demonstrated both academic excellence in their course requirements and behavior in practicum settings that best reflect those of a certified TESL professional. |
| Award Value | $500 | No. of Recipients | 1 |
Study Permits
What if my study permit expires?
If your study permit expires soon, you need to submit a study permit extension application. If IRCC receives your application BEFORE your current permit expires, you are under “maintained status” which allows you to continue studying until a decision is made. Your maintained status will remain as long as you are inside Canada. If you leave Canada while your application is being processed, you will lose this status.
If your study permit has already expired and you did not apply for an extension beforehand, you are considered out of status and must stop studying and working immediately.
You have 90 days from the time your permit expired to restore your status. You may remain in Canada until a decision is made, but you cannot resume your studies until you receive a new study permit.
Restoration Status
Do I need to notify IRCC if I change post-secondary institutions?
Yes. Log on to your IRCC account; under the “Start an application” click on “Students: Transfer Schools“. If the IRCC website does not permit you to complete the form, use the IRCC web form to notify them of the change in school.
If I graduated from a Canadian secondary/high school, can I use the same study permit?
You can begin your program at Humber using the same study permit. However, you will need to apply for an extension of your Study Permit to ensure it is valid for the entire duration of your Humber program.
What do I use for proof of a medical?
If you undertook a medical check within the last 12 months by an IRCC affiliated panel physician overseas or in Canada, please upload your e-medical form if you have one or write a letter of explanation listing the date, city, country, doctor, or clinic you went to. You can also call the IRCC Call Centre for other options to demonstrate proof. For IRCC affiliated panel physicians’ information, please refer to Find a Panel Physician.
Can I travel with my study permit?
No. It is important to note that a study permit alone does not allow you to travel in and out of Canada. Please review your travel documents (i.e., Temporary Resident Visa or Electronic Travel Authorization) to ensure you have valid documents to re-enter Canada. While a TRV or eTA allows you to enter Canada, the study permit allows you to remain in Canada as a student.
Depending on your citizenship, you may need a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Canada when you first arrive, and re-enter Canada when you travel during your studies.
I need to apply for a study permit extension. Is a Provincial Attestation Letter required?
If you are submitting your study permit extension application before your current study permit expires, a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) is not required. PAL is only required for an initial study permit application (usually submitted from outside of Canada).
Working While Studying
Do I need a work permit to work off campus?
If you are eligible for off-campus work, you do not need a work permit. Read More About Working While Studying at Humber.
Can I work off-campus?
Yes, if you meet ALL following conditions:
- You are enrolled as a full-time student in an eligible program at the college (English for Academic Purpose studies are not eligible to work off-campus), or
- You are enrolled as a part-time student in the last semester of your studies, and you do not need a full course load to complete your program, and you were enrolled as a full-time student in your program up until the last semester, and
- You have a valid study permit, which states you “may work” or “may accept employment” on or off campus, and
- You have a Social Insurance Number
If you meet the conditions to work but your study permit has no remarks about on-campus and off-campus work, you can amend your study permit. A guide to amending the conditions on your study permit is available on the IRCC website.
If your permit states that you cannot work, you must apply to change the conditions of your study permit by following the procedure for a study permit extension.
How do I find a job in Canada?
International students can visit the Humber Career Centre to see job postings and for help with resumé writing, cover letter reviews, and mock job interviews.
For International Graduate School (IGS) students, you can use the career-related services from the ICHub. IGS students can book an appointment with a career advisor through MyIGS Portal.
Co-Op Work Permits
How do I apply for a Co-op Work Permit from inside Canada?
If you are in a program that requires you to complete a co-op, placement, internship, or practicum, you must have a Co-op Work Permit before you begin. The Co-op Work Permit is valid only for the work placement approved by Humber.
See Humber’s guide to get you started on your Co-op Work Permit application.
What if my study permit expires during my work placement?
- As a student, it is mandatory to maintain your legal status in Canada. Therefore, you must extend your study permit and request a co-op work permit at that the same time
- If IRCC receives your application BEFORE your current document expires you are in “maintained status” which allows you to continue studying until a decision has been made
- If you allowed your study permit to expire and DID NOT apply for an extension before it expired, you are out-of-status and MUST stop studying and working. You have 90 days from the time your permit expires to restore your status. You may remain in Canada until a decision is made.
My study permit authorizes me to work on/off campus, do I still need a co-op work permit for my work placement?
Yes. The conditions allowing you to work off-campus in your study permit are NOT interchangeable with the requirement to fulfil a work placement related to your studies. If your program includes a mandatory placement or internship, but you do not have a valid co-op work permit, you should apply for one immediately and consult with International Student Advisor and Immigration Specialist to verify your work eligibility.
While I am doing my co-op placement, can I still work on/off-campus?
Yes, if you meet the on/off campus work eligibility requirements. Please consult with International Student Advisor and Immigration Specialist to verify your work eligibility.
How do I obtain a SIN number?
You can apply online, upload your digital documents securely and, if eligible, view your SIN on MSCA once your application has been processed. You can also apply in person at a Service Canada Centre or by mail. You will need the following documents when applying for a SIN:
- Original Passport &
- Original Study Permit that indicates you are authorized to work
Or
- Original Study Permit and On-Campus Employment Contract
Or
- Original Study Permit and Original Co-Op Work Permit
What do I use for proof of a medical?
If you undertook a medical check within the last 12 months by an IRCC affiliated panel physician overseas or in Canada, please upload your e-medical form if you have one or write a letter of explanation listing the date, city, country, doctor, or clinic you went to. You can also call the IRCC Call Centre for other options to demonstrate proof. For IRCC affiliated panel physicians’ information, please refer to Find a Panel Physician.
My co-op work permit states that I am not authorized to work in childcare, primary/secondary school teaching, or health service field occupations. However, my placement is in one of those settings. Can I still use my co-op work permit for this placement?
If your co-op work permit includes restrictions that prevent you from participating in your required co-op placement, you cannot start your placement until you have obtained a new co-op work permit without these restrictions. We recommend applying for a new co-op work permit with a valid Immigration Medical Exam (IME). Please visit the IRCC website for more info on medical exam.
My co-op work permit specifies a particular employment location. Am I permitted to work at a different location?
If the location of your employment is listed only under ‘Additional Information,’ you are permitted to use your co-op work permit for any co-op placement approved by your program coordinator or placement advisor, at any location across Canada. However, if the employment location is specified under ‘Conditions’ or in the ‘Remarks/Observations’ section, you are required to work at the location indicated on your permit. Should you wish to work at a different location, it will be necessary for you to apply for a new co-op work permit. You can find more information on the IRCC website.
Post-Graduation Work Permits
My SIN expired and I have applied for a Post-Graduation Work Permit. Can I still work?
If you have applied for renewal of a work or study permit, and your permit expires before a decision is made, you have the right to continue working or studying under the same conditions. You must remain in Canada during this time. This “maintained status” (previously called implied status) will remain until a decision is made by IRCC. This means you are allowed to work even though your SIN has expired. For more information about maintained status during processing, contact IRCC.
Once IRCC authorizes you to continue working in Canada, you must apply to Service Canada with your new immigration document to update the expiry date on your SIN record. The expiry date on both your SIN record and your immigration document must match. More Information
Do I need to provide a proof of a medical exam to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)?
If you intend to work in a field that brings you into close contact with vulnerable people or in healthcare setting, you may need to provide proof of a medical exam when applying for PGWP. Please check IRCC website for more information.
I am graduating. What should I know?
Hopefully when your study permit was issued, it gave you an additional 90 days after your last day of class. If not, we strongly advise you extend your study permit to allow time to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). In order to apply for your PGWP you will require your:
- Confirmation of Graduation Letter
- Final Transcript (the transcript must say Credential Awarded to be considered your final transcript).
These documents are typically available 5-6 weeks after the last day of class; you will be notified by email when the documents are available.
Learn more about the eligibility requirements for the PGWP and the length of the work permit you are eligible to receive.
Learn more about how to apply for PGWP: Post Graduation Work Permits (humber.ca).
Important Information: Your study permit must still be valid when you apply for a PGWP.
Tip: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) provides processing times for all of their application types online (e.g., study permit, work permit, temporary resident visa). Become familiar with this page and check it frequently, as it is updated weekly.
Check Processing Times
Can I continue working after my program ends?
You may continue working up to 20 hours per week until your Confirmation of Graduation (COG) is issued, provided that you meet the conditions for on/off-campus work that were applicable during your study. Please visit IRCC website for more details.
Once your COG is issued, you must cease working as your permission to work under the study permit conditions ends (0 hours allowed).
The COG is typically issued 5 to 6 weeks after your final grades are submitted, according to the Academic Calendar. You should monitor ‘MyHumber‘ under ‘Student Records’ daily to check if your COG has been released, especially once your Academic Progress indicates 100% completion.
What if my study permit expires while I am waiting for my PGWP?
If you apply for your PGWP before your study permit expires, you may continue to work or stay in Canada while waiting for a decision. If your study permit includes conditions allowing you to work off-campus, you may continue working during this period. For more detailed information, please refer to the ‘Waiting while we process your application‘ section on the IRCC website.
Need More Help?
Students can visit either the North or Lakeshore campus during walk-in hours to meet with a student advisor, or fill out our contact form to connect with us.
Campus Locations & Contact Form
