All Levels
CAD 2,000 bursary
Humber Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning
Toronto, Canada
"One of Canada's largest polytechnics, with campuses across Toronto"
At a Glance
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About Humber Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning
Humber was founded in 1967 and renamed Humber Polytechnic on 29 August 2024. It serves about 86,000 learners a year (16,509 FTE in 2025), including about 9,300 international students. Its six faculties cover Applied Sciences and Technology, Business, Media, Creative Arts and Design, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Social and Community Services, and Health and Life Sciences, offering certificates, diplomas, graduate certificates and bachelor's degrees. The main campuses are North (Etobicoke) and Lakeshore (New Toronto), plus the International Graduate School downtown.
Rankings & Recognition
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Accreditations & Memberships
Polytechnics Canada
Colleges Ontario
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan)
Designated Learning Institution
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Key Facts
1967
Founded
About 86,000
Learners a Year
About 9,300
International Students
6
Faculties
Polytechnic, Aug 2024
Renamed
Popular Programs
Business Administration
Computer Engineering Technology
Artificial Intelligence with Machine Learning
Supply Chain Management
Nursing (BScN)
Film and Media Production
Project Management
Paralegal
Application Details
Application Fee
CAD 100
Tuition Deposit
CAD 3,000
Admission
Rolling, capacity-based
Diploma English
IELTS 6.0 (bands 5.5)
Proof of funds (2026)
CAD 23,448 + 1st-year tuition
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic (Diploma / Certificate)
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6.0 (no band < 5.5) |
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IELTS Academic (Degree / Grad Cert)
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6.5 (no band < 6.0) |
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TOEFL iBT (Diploma / Degree)
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80 / 88 |
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PTE / Duolingo
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Accepted (equivalent) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
65%
I-20 Processing
Study permit (LOA + PAL)
Post-Study Work
PGWP: degrees + listed fields
Green Card Pathway
Express Entry / PNP (PR)
Financials
Application Fee
CAD 100
Avg Scholarship
CAD 1,500 - 4,000 (degree)
Career Outcomes
PGWP (degrees + listed fields)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculties — 6
Campuses — North, Lakeshore, IGS
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Notable Alumni
Doug Ford (Premier of Ontario)
Nathan Fielder (comedian)
Edge (WWE wrestler)
Campus & Location
Humber's North Campus is at 205 Humber College Blvd, Etobicoke, and Lakeshore Campus at 3199 Lake Shore Blvd West, New Toronto; the International Graduate School is in downtown Toronto.
Campus Details
North
(Etobicoke)
Lakeshore
International
Graduate School (downtown)
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Residences at North and Lakeshore campuses
Dining
Campus dining halls and food courts
Health & Wellness
Provincial or university health plan required
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Varsity sports
Career services
Diversity & Demographics
FTE Students
16,509 (2025)
International Students
About 9,300
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (Intl, most programmes)
CAD 17,223 - 21,501 / year
Per Semester
CAD 8,612 - 10,751
Tuition Deposit
CAD 3,000
Study permit + biometrics
CAD 150 + CAD 85
Work rights
24 hrs/week off-campus
Intakes & Deadlines
Humber admits in September, January and May on a rolling, capacity-based basis; popular programmes fill early, so apply 8-10 months ahead. Entrance awards apply to January, May and September starts.
Scholarships at Humber Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning
4 scholarships available
Diploma
Humber International Entrance Scholarship
/ Adv. Diploma CAD 2,000 over 2 semesters
Bachelor's
CAD 1,500 - 4,000 (by GPA)
Bachelor's Degree Scholarship
All Levels
International Onshore Scholarship
CAD 1,000 (already in Canada)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Class 12 with English (Maths for technology/engineering); diplomas need IELTS 6.0 (no band < 5.5) or TOEFL 80. Diplomas 2 years; advanced diplomas 3; degrees 4.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree or diploma for 1-2 year graduate certificates; IELTS 6.5 (no band < 6.0) or TOEFL 88. STEM certificates (e.g. AI) are more likely PGWP-eligible than business ones.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (Diploma / Certificate)
6.0 (no band < 5.5)IELTS Academic (Degree / Grad Cert)
6.5 (no band < 6.0)TOEFL iBT (Diploma / Degree)
PTE / Duolingo
Accepted (equivalent)Required Documents
Valid passport
Letter of Acceptance (LOA)
PAL / TAL or CAQ
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Bachelor degree and transcripts (PG)
IELTS / PTE / TOEFL score report
Proof of funds (GIC / bank / loan)
Statement of purpose
Tuition deposit receipt
Upfront medical exam
Application Process
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Choose programme
Pick a programme and check its entry rules on humber.ca.
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Apply online
Submit the online application, pay the fee and upload transcripts and test scores.
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Get your offer (LOA)
Receive a Letter of Acceptance; accept it and pay the CAD 3,000 tuition deposit.
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PAL / TAL
The school issues a Provincial Attestation Letter for your study permit.
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Study permit
Apply to IRCC online, give biometrics and wait for approval.
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Arrive & study
Enter Canada, register, work up to 24 hrs/week and plan for PGWP.
Campus & Location
Humber's North Campus is at 205 Humber College Blvd, Etobicoke, and Lakeshore Campus at 3199 Lake Shore Blvd West, New Toronto; the International Graduate School is in downtown Toronto.
Advanced Diploma
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Advanced Diploma
Computer Engineering Technology
Graduate Certificate
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Graduate Certificate
Artificial Intelligence with Machine Learning
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Graduate Certificate
Supply Chain Management
Diploma
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Diploma
Business Administration
Bachelor's
1
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Bachelor's
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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