Scholarships

Academic Scholarships

Academic scholarships valued at $1000 (redeemed in two installments, $500 – fall and $500 – winter) will be awarded to fall applicants who apply prior to the equal consideration deadline (February 2) for our postsecondary/postgraduate programs. These scholarships are based primarily on academic merit and do not require a separate application. The top applicants for each academic division will be automatically considered and notification will be included in the admissions acceptance letters.

To be eligible for these academic scholarships, candidates must be qualified for their chosen program at Humber and must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident entering the first year of full-time postsecondary/postgraduate studies.

Entrance Scholarships

A limited number of entrance scholarships are available to full-time students entering a Humber postsecondary/postgraduate program for the first time. The value of these scholarships is $1,000.

Minimum criteria include academic proficiency, two reference letters (education, employment, community) and involvement in extra-curricular activities. Entrance scholarships are available in limited numbers for selected programs.

Deadline: July 30, 2010

Entrance scholarships will be awarded by decision of Humber's Scholarship Committee. A student may not receive more than one entrance scholarship.

Humber gratefully acknowledges donations to the Scholarship Fund from the Humber Students' Federation (HSF), Follett of Canada, Primus, and Pepsi-Cola Canada Beverages.

General Scholarships Conditions:

  • You must be approved into a Humber postsecondary/postgraduate program before being considered eligible for a scholarship.
  • Scholarships will be awarded by decision of Humber's Scholarship Committee.
  • A student may not receive more than one scholarship.
  • Scholarships are available for September registration only.
  • Where scholarships are grouped by academic school/campus, only one scholarship is awarded per school/campus.

Entrance Scholarship Application form (pdf)

 

NEW for 2010!

Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association Greater Toronto Region Entrance Scholarships

The Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association Greater Toronto Region will be providing a $1,500 entrance scholarship to one student entering into each of the following programs in the fall of 2010:

  • Culinary Management
  • Hotel and Restaurant Management
     
  • Candidates must reside in the GTA in order to be eligible for these scholarships
  • Candidates must complete a 250 word essay on why they wish to pursue a career in their chosen program.
  • Candidates must complete the Entrance Scholarship Application form (pdf) and submit it to the Humber College Financial Aid Office.

To learn more about the ORHMA please visit them at http://www.orhma.com.

 

The Ontario International Education Opportunity Scholarship

Humber College is pleased to advise that the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities’ International Strategy has allocated funding to create a limited number of Ontario International Education Opportunity Scholarships for students completing part of their academic program abroad. This scholarship will provide eligible students with financial support for an eligible period of academic study, work term or co-op placement outside of Canada.

The value of each scholarship is $2,500.

Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Ontario International Education Opportunity Scholarship, applicants must:

  • Be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident of Canada or Protected Person
  • Be in good academic standing
  • Have demonstrated financial need as defined by the Financial Aid Office
  • Be completing international academic study or co-op placement of at least two months in duration

Special consideration will be given to the following access groups:

  • Aboriginal applicants: should self-identify
  • Francophone applicants: should self-identify
  • Students with Disabilities: must be registered at Humber’s disability office

What is required

  • Complete the application and budget form and provide a letter/report about your international opportunity and how you will benefit from it.

The process

  • The OIEO Scholarship is available throughout the academic year but students must demonstrate financial need and progress in their program to be considered.
  • Confirmation of international internship/placement

T4A
All scholarship recipients will receive a T4A for income tax purposes

Please return your completed application form and supporting documentation to the Financial Aid Office on Campus

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 31, 2010 or until funds are gone.

For more information contact Holsee at holsee.sahid@humber.ca 

All Humber Programs

The Montego Bay Achievers Scholarship
This scholarship is open to mature students from the Jane-Finch, Rexdale or other similar city-designated at-risk neighbourhoods in Toronto, who are entering for the first time any Humber postsecondary program. The successful recipient must demonstrate financial need and how they are working to overcome obstacles in the pursuit of their educational goals. Application should be accompanied with the following supporting documentation:

  • one letter of reference (academic/personal/employment), and
  • a letter of approximately 250 words on "What I have done to overcome obstacles in pursuit of my educational goals."

The John Cameron Entrance Scholarship
This scholarship has been established in memory of John Cameron, former director of Purchasing Services at Humber, from 1968 to 1979.

To be awarded to a student enrolling in any Humber postsecondary program for the first time who has achieved a minimum of 75 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school. Applicants should include the following supporting documentation with their application: official high school transcripts from the last two years, one letter of reference (academic and personal/ employment), and an essay, approximately 250 words, on "Why attending college is important to my education and career goals."

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Carlos Costa Entrance Scholarship
All postsecondary and postgraduate programs: academic achievement (a minimum 70 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent); letters of reference (one academic and two personal) and an essay (approximately 250 words) expressing what they have done to demonstrate perseverance and endurance in the pursuit of academic, career and life goals.

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The Dr. Winsome E. Smith Entrance Scholarship
This scholarship has been established in consultation with the Black Business and Professional Association, in honour of Dr. Winsome E. Smith, the first black Chair of the Board of Governors of Humber.

All postsecondary and postgraduate programs: academic achievement (a minimum 75 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent); demonstrated financial need; two references (academic, employment) supporting the applicant's participation in school activities/events and/or involvement in the black community; supporting documentation to include an official transcript of marks and at least two letters of reference.

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Humber Lakeshore Campus

All postsecondary and postgraduate programs: academic achievement (a minimum 80 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent); two references supporting demonstrated leadership and contribution to society.

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School of Applied Technology

Computer Engineering Technology: academic achievement (a minimum 80 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent); two references supporting demonstrated leadership and contribution to society.

Two- or three-year programs in Electromechanical Engineering - Automation and Robotics, Mechanical Engineering Technology: academic proficiency; an essay (approximately 250 words) on "How would __________ enhance the competitive position of Canadian manufacturing?" Choose one of Computers, Robotics, Automated Manufacturing or Computer Graphics.

TAC Foundation/Dinah and John Emery Entrance Scholarship
This scholarship was established to provide financial recognition to a student entering the first year of the Civil Engineering Technology program with the intent of encouraging him/her to consider following a career path in technical disciplines related to transportation. Selection is based on academic achievement (a minimum of 80 per cent average) in the final two years of secondary school or equivalent; type a one-page, single-spaced letter (approximately 250 words) outlining your career goals relating to transportation. The successful candidate will be required to provide a short biographical summary to Financial Aid.

Renewable entrance scholarships from the Walker Wood Foundation

Program areas:

  • Sustainable Energy and Building Technology
    • 2 scholarships at $1,000 annually for 3 years, over 2010 to 2012

Criteria:

The above scholarships will be open to students either from a smaller/rural community OR  the Jane-Finch, Rexdale or other similar city-designated at-risk neighbourhoods in Toronto, who are entering Humber for the first time directly from high school.

The successful recipient for each scholarship must demonstrate academic achievement (a minimum 80 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent), extra-curricular leadership in his/her secondary school studies or in the community and have proven financial need. Applications should be accompanied with the following supporting documentation:

  • official transcript from final year at secondary school or equivalent
  • one letter of reference (academic, employment) supporting the applicant's participation in school activities/events and/or involvement in the community.
  • an essay of approximately 250 words on "What I have done to overcome obstacles (e.g., financial, other)  in pursuit of my educational goals."

If you meet all of the above criteria, please complete the attached application and return it to the Financial Aid Office with your supporting documentation by July 30, 2010.

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School of Health Sciences

All postsecondary and postgraduate programs: academic achievement (a minimum 75 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent); two references (academic, employment and/or personal) supporting the applicant's suitability for a career in health services and outlining the applicant's qualifications for this award; an essay (approximately 250 words) expressing the applicant's beliefs in "Canadian citizenship and the value of national unity and pride."

Early Childhood Education - Advanced Studies in Special Needs: academic achievement (a minimum 80 per cent average in the final two semesters of a college diploma or equivalent); two references from field agencies citing suitability to be a resource teacher of children with special needs.

Practical Nursing: academic achievement (a minimum 80 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent); two references supporting demonstrated leadership and contribution to society.

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School of Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism

Culinary Management: academic proficiency with particular emphasis on communication skills (must achieve a minimum set score on Humber's English assessment test); some previous practical culinary experience; an essay (approximately 250 words) on "Why I wish to pursue a career in Culinary Management."

Recreation and Leisure Services: academic achievement (a minimum 80 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent); academic achievement in communication skills (must achieve a minimum set score on Humber's English assessment test); demonstrated community involvement as a volunteer (one page description of involvement); an essay (approximately 250 words) on "The importance of volunteerism to the health of a community."

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School of Liberal Arts and Sciences

General Arts and Science (College or University Profile): academic achievement (a minimum 70 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent); one reference (academic or personal, excluding family members) attesting to the student's contribution to school and community activities; an essay (approximately 250 words) on "Why attending college is important to my educational and career goals."

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School of Media Studies and Information Technology

Broadcasting-Radio, and Film and Television Production: academic achievement (a minimum 80 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent); two references supporting demonstrated leadership and contribution to society.

Journalism: academic achievement (a minimum 80 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent); references showing significant contribution to secondary school journalism, i.e. newspaper, yearbook, or any other media.

Package and Graphic Design: academic proficiency; portfolio competition.

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School of Social and Community Services

All postsecondary programs: two references (personal and/or academic) attesting to the applicant's demonstration of persistence and determination in overcoming barriers in their pursuit of further education; a short letter (one to two pages) on "How I have shown persistence and determination in overcoming barriers in the pursuit of further education."

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The Business School

One scholarship for each of A, B and C:

  1. Generic Business: Business Administration, (Regular and Co-op) Business Management, Business - Marketing: academic achievement (a minimum 75 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent); two references (academic and/or employment) supporting the applicant's suitability for a career in business; an essay (approximately 250 words) on "Competing in the new global economy."
     
  2. Specialized Business Programs (Fashion, Financial Services, Law Clerk, Law Firm Profile - Office Administration, Paralegal Education, Professional Golf Management, Esthetician/Spa Management, Cosmetic Management, Accounting):
    Criteria: same as A.
     
  3. Postgraduate Programs (Human Resource Management, Marketing Management, International Marketing, International Development, Public Administration, Financial Planning, Global Business Management): academic achievement (a minimum 80 per cent average in the final two semesters of post secondary diploma or degree); two references supporting demonstrated leadership and contribution to society; an essay (approximately 250 words) on "Competing in the new global economy."
     

Renewable entrance scholarships from the Walker Wood Foundation

Program areas:

  • Paralegal Studies Degree (1)
    • 1 scholarship at $2,000 annually for 4 years, over 2010 to 2013

Criteria:

The above scholarships will be open to students either from a smaller/rural community OR  the Jane-Finch, Rexdale or other similar city-designated at-risk neighbourhoods in Toronto, who are entering Humber for the first time directly from high school.

The successful recipient for each scholarship must demonstrate academic achievement (a minimum 80 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent), extra-curricular leadership in his/her secondary school studies or in the community and have proven financial need. Applications should be accompanied with the following supporting documentation:

  • official transcript from final year at secondary school or equivalent
  • one letter of reference (academic, employment) supporting the applicant's participation in school activities/events and/or involvement in the community.
  • an essay of approximately 250 words on "What I have done to overcome obstacles (e.g., financial, other)  in pursuit of my educational goals."

If you meet all of the above criteria, please complete the attached application and return it to the Financial Aid Office with your supporting documentation by July 30, 2010.

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The School of Creative and Performing Arts

Renewable entrance scholarships from the Walker Wood Foundation

Program areas:

  • Music (either diploma or degree) (1)
    • 1 scholarship at $1,000, annually for up to 4 years, over 2010 to 2013 (to 2012 if recipient is selected from the Music Advanced Diploma Program)

Criteria:

The above scholarships will be open to students either from a smaller/rural community OR  the Jane-Finch, Rexdale or other similar city-designated at-risk neighbourhoods in Toronto, who are entering Humber for the first time directly from high school.

The successful recipient for each scholarship must demonstrate academic achievement (a minimum 80 per cent average in the final two semesters of secondary school or equivalent), extra-curricular leadership in his/her secondary school studies or in the community and have proven financial need. Applications should be accompanied with the following supporting documentation:

  • official transcript from final year at secondary school or equivalent
  • one letter of reference (academic, employment) supporting the applicant's participation in school activities/events and/or involvement in the community.
  • an essay of approximately 250 words on "What I have done to overcome obstacles (e.g., financial, other)  in pursuit of my educational goals."

If you meet all of the above criteria, please complete the attached application and return it to the Financial Aid Office with your supporting documentation by July 30, 2010.

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International Student Entrance Scholarships

All new international students, studying in an academic program are eligible to apply for the following scholarships:

Full Tuition Renewable Scholarships
Humber offers two full tuition renewable scholarships for new students beginning their academic studies in September 2010. Applications will be considered based on academic achievement, community involvement, references and a written statement. Renewal of the scholarship will be based on the student's ability to maintain a 70 per cent GPA in each year of his/her program at Humber.

Entrance Scholarships (Non-renewable)
Twelve (12) entrance scholarships valued at $1,000 CAD each will also be presented to international students. The scholarships are divided throughout our three semesters; eight (8) available for September 2010, three (3) available for January 2011, and one (1) available for May 2011.

Deadlines
Scholarship deadlines are as follows: June 11, 2010 (for September 2010), October 15, 2010 (for January 2011) and February 11, 2011 (for May 2011). Completed applications should be returned to International Admissions. All applications received by the appropriate due date will be considered by the Scholarship Committee. Only successful scholarship recipients will be contacted. Decisions of the Scholarship Committee are final.

Application forms and instructions for Full Tuition Renewable Scholarships and Entrance Scholarships (Non-renewable) will be included with your acceptance package.

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Ontario Trust For Student Support (OTSS) and Ontario Student Opportunity Trust Fund(OSOTFII) Student Financial Aid Scholarships

For returning students only

The Ontario Trust for Student Support Fund (OTSS) was established in 1996 by the Province of Ontario to provide financial support for Ontario college and university students in full-time post secondary education. The funds raised by alumni, college staff and students, Humber Student Federation and corporate partners listed below are matched by the Government of Ontario. Available OTSS scholarships and criteria are listed below. Specific deadlines apply.

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Other Scholarships

Maytree Scholarship Program for Protected Persons and Landed Immigrants who were Protected Persons

The Financial Management Institute (FMI) of Canada's Ontario Chapter Scholarship

Investing in our Diversity Scholarships

Scadding Court Community Centre and the Toronto Community Housing Corporation’s Investing in our Diversity Scholarship Program awards $4,000 post-secondary scholarships to young people who are active in their communities on issues of diversity, equity and/or anti-racism. What sets this program apart from other scholarship programs is that it targets youth from marginalized communities who are working actively to improve their communities and their city.

Since 2003, the program has awarded over $330,000 in scholarships to over 85 exceptional young people. It also brings together individuals, organizations, businesses and corporations from across different sectors to make a real difference in the life of a young person and their community.

The program also includes matching scholarships from post-secondary institutions to support students’ second year of studies and an Employment Program delivered in partnership with St. Stephen’s Community House through which applicants receive support in securing summer employment that is relevant to their field of study, develops professional skills and networks, and allows them to earn decent wages to further support them in completing their education.

To learn more about the Investing in our Diversity Scholarship Program visit http://www.scaddingcourt.org/specialprojects/scholarship.htm

The Grenada Association

The Grenada Association - Toronto is offering a maximum of four scholarships each worth $1,000.00 Ca. to Grenadians and/or children and grand-children of Grenadian parentage resident in Ontario who are registered as a 1st. or 2nd. year student in a full-time undergraduate program at a University or College in Canada.  The recipients will be selected based on academic achievement as well as community involvement.

An Information package and Application Forms are available from:

The Consulate General of Grenada-Toronto
439 University Avenue, Suite 930
Toronto, Ontario   M5G 1Y8
Tel: 416-595-1342

Website: www.grenadaconsulate.com

The closing date for application is June 30, 2010.

EFC Foundation

Eligible to all Full-Time College or University Students enrolled in the following programs:

  • Engineering (all subject specialties)
  • Business Administration/Commerce
  • Engineering Technologist/Technician
  • Computer Science
  • Phase 2 or 3 of a College/apprenticeship program

Applicants must submit their online application form by midnight on July 1, 2010.

For complete details and to apply, visit www.electrofed.com.

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