Admissions
External awards are available to students beyond what Humber College offers, and are provided and administered through external government, corporate, or community organizations.
Scholarships: Primarily recognize and reward general academic excellence, although extracurricular activities, community involvement, and financial need may also be considered.
Bursaries: Primarily awarded based on financial need, although academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and community involvement may all be considered.
Awards: Recognize specific academic achievements and/or other particular accomplishments.
Entrance awards reward accomplishments prior to commencing studies at Humber College, and are normally allocated to tuition and related fees after acceptance of admission.
In-Course awards reward achievements while studying at Humber College.
Check out these great websites for scholarships, bursaries and awards available to students:
www.studentawards.com
www.canlearn.ca
www.macleans.ca
www.cmsf.ca
www.casts.ca
www.campusaccess.ca
www.aucc.ca
www.ogrant.com
www.all-scholarship.net
www.allscholarship.org
www.findtuition.com/scholarships
Entrance or In-course
Criteria: Applicants must be enrolled at an accredited high school, college or university in Canada, age 16 years or older, a legal resident of Canada or hold a valid student visa, carry a status of good standing, and maintain a cumulative Grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0.
Value: 2 x $500
Deadline: June 30
In-course
Criteria: Applicants must be enrolled full-time and must have completed at least one full semester of undergraduate study. The award is to recognize outstanding leadership qualities and achievements in advancing student learning.
Value: 10 x $5,000
Deadline: January 7
http://www.stlhe.ca/3m-national-student-fellowship/
Entrance
Criteria: Applicants must have a physical disability that is a major, long term impairment that severely restricts your activities; must be a citizen of Canada, permanent resident or protected person residing in Ontario for the last 12 months.
Value: 2 x $2,500
Deadline: April 30
https://osap.gov.on.ca/prodconsum/groups/forms/documents/forms/tcont003575.pdf
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to blind, deaf-blind, or partially sighted students who are enrolled in at least 40% of a full-time course load. Selection will be based on academic performance, community service, and extracurricular activities while surmounting barriers in life.
Value: 3 x $1,000; 2 x $700
Deadline: Oct. 31
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student of Basilicata origins, defined as having at least one grandparent from the region, based on an essay describing how the scholarship will assist you in achieving your educational goals and the importance of your Basilicata roots.
Value: 2 x $2,000
Deadline: Sep. 1
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to African Canadian students between 16 and 30 years of age based on high academic achievement, financial need, and/or a recognized contribution to the African Canadian community.
Value: Varies ($1,000 - $7,000)
Deadline: May 29
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student who identifies as part of the LGBTTTQ community, who is in financial need and is an Ontario resident.
Value: $2,000
Deadline: Aug. 6
Download Application Here!
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student living with an acquired brain injury to pursue educational opportunities.
Value: $2,000
Deadline: April 30
Download Application Form Here!
Download Appraisal Form Here!
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded based on financial need, academic proficiency, and volunteerism and/or leadership in the City of Brantford or Brant County.
Value: 2 x $1,000
Deadline: Dec. 1
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a first year student in any program who is the son, daughter, or ward of a person working in the pipeline construction industry for a company that is a member of the Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada. Recipients will have demonstrated academic success, be involved in extracurricular activities, and be in financial need.
Value: up to $10,000
Deadline: Sep. 30
Download Application Here!
In-course
Criteria: Completion of at least the first year of a diploma or degree program at a college or
university in the GTA and enrollment in the continuing year; clear career objectives relating to the construction industry; evidence of financial need; leadership qualities and involvement in community activities; interest in activities that further the advancement of women in construction; Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status.
Value: $1,000
Deadline: March 31
Entrance
Criteria: Available to (1) mature women returning to college or university after a break in their studies or (2) exceptional female high school graduates proceeding to postsecondary education at the college and university levels
Deadline: March 31
www.cfuwmilton.ca
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Available to students who have completed at least one year of service in the Canadian Forces, based on Financial need.
Value: Up to $4,000 / year loan
Deadline: Jun. 30
Download Application Here!
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student in any program based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, volunteerism, and social achievements, as well as an essay on environmental sanitation in Canada.
Value: $2,000.00
Deadline: June 15th
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student with a documented learning disability, who, through effort and perseverance, is seeking to use his or her potential to its maximum.
Value: $1,000
Deadline: May 15
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student who is of Caribbean descent, based on financial need, academic performance, leadership, and community involvement.
Value: $500 - $1,000
Deadline: Sep. 11
In-Course
Criteria: Presented to top accounting students at 18 universities and 24 colleges across the province. Recipients of the award are those full-time graduating students who attained the highest examination results and not less than an "A" average in CGA Ontario-approved accounting subjects. Approved subjects are those qualifying under the current policies for CGA courses.
Value: $500 cash award and a credit of $2,500, to be used towards enrolment and courses in the CGA program
How to apply: Recipients are chosen and notified by the university or college awards and scholarship office, and the award is presented at the institutions award ceremony or commencement.
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students in financial need who completed their high school requirements in publicly funded secondary schools in the City of Hamilton.
Value: $600
Deadline: Sep. 15 or Jan. 15 (Applications due at the Student Awards Office)
Download Application Here! (MS Word)
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to full-time hard of hearing or deafened student, based on academic achievement, community involvement, and the determination to cope with hearing loss.
Value: 3 x $1,000
Deadline: Feb. 1
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Open to full-time college and/or university students at the undergraduate, graduate or postgraduate levels who are Canadian citizens or Landed Immigrants permanently residing in Canada, and are of Italian origin. It also provides assistance for students who are not of Italian heritage, if they are pursuing curriculum majors in Italian studies. A candidate must have successfully completed a minimum of 12 years of study.
Value: Varies
Deadline: Jan. 30
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a permanent resident of Bruce or Grey County who demonstrates a commitment to stronger and more inclusive communities.
Value: $1,000
Deadline: May 29
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students with permanent spinal cord injuries based on academic merit.
Value: $500
Deadline: Aug. 15
Download Application Here! (MS Word)
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Any Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada may enter this essay contest except members of the Friends of Canadian Broadcasting Steering Committee, retained consultants or business associates, and members of the Selection Committee; as well as their immediate family members.
Value: 2 x $5,000
Deadline: Mar. 15
Entrance
Criteria: For students in financial need who wish to pursue their education in music. Applicants will have completed their high school requirements in publicly-funded secondary schools in the City of Hamilton (Regional Municipality of Hamilton-Wentworth).
Value: $1,000
Deadline: Oct. 1
http://www.hcf.on.ca/grants_hcf_scholarships_daviddavis.shtml
In-Course
Criteria: For students who demonstrate significant financial need; are Canadian Citizens OR Landed Immigrants; are in a full time Computer Science program at a University or College; have successfully completed 2 full semesters in this program; and, reached a high level of scholastic achievement.
Value: $1,000
Deadline: Contest Opens September
http://www.iticanada.ca/squires/
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Any student enrolled, either full-time or part-time, in an Occupational Health and Safety related course or program at an accredited college or university in Canada leading to an OH&S certificate, diploma or degree. Programs include mine safety, occupational or industrial health and safety, industrial hygiene, safety management or other related safety degree program.
Value: 3 x $3,000
Deadline: Jan. 31
http://www.ccohs.ca/scholarship/application/
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student with Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus based on his or her motivation, goal setting, self-awareness, and potential for success.
Value: Varies
Deadline: Apr. 30
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: For full-time bachelor degree students enrolled in international business, finance, economics, or a combination of these with environmental or sustainability studies.
Value: 30 x $4,000
Deadline: January 30
www.edc.ca/scholarships
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: The Electro-Federation Canada offers a wide array of scholarship opportunities with diverse criteria. Please search through the brochure on the website or visit the Students Awards Office for detailed criteria and application instructions.
Value: 22 x $500 - $3,500
Deadline: July 1
www.electrofed.com
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to 16 to 21 year-old students with epilepsy based on an application that includes an essay on how epilepsy impacted their lives.
Value: 14 x $1,000.00
Deadline: May 31st
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students of Aboriginal descent based on financial need, academic and career commitment, contributions to family and community, and leadership.
Value: $2,500 - $5,000
Deadline: Oct. 15
Criteria: For those who are Canadian citizens or those with landed immigrant status; minimum of one-year residency in Ontario; currently enrolled full-time in any Ontario post-secondary institution leading to a degree or diploma; good academic performance; in financial need.
Value: Interest free student loans at $2,000-$3,000 each
Deadline: July 30
http://www.fccpontario.com/EducationFoundation/StudentLoans.asp
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students of Portuguese descent based on academic merit.
Value: $1,500 - $2,500
Deadline: January 6
www.fpcbp.com
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students currently enrolled in an accounting, finance, or business program who shows an interest in working in financial management within the public sector upon graduation.
Value: 5 x $2,500
Deadline: March 30
www.fmiontario.ca
In-Course
Criteria: Must be a member of Foresters (Life Insurance Provider), or the spouse or child of a Foresters member. Applicants earning a diploma will have a minimum average of 65% in the last year of study before the year of the award
Value: 350 x $2,000
Deadline: Feb. 28
http://www.foresters.biz/membership/scholarships.asp
Entrance and In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to current and former members of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada for more than one year based on financial need.
Value: 25 x $4,000
Deadline: Mar. 19
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students currently pursuing a diploma or applied degree who have at least one full academic year remaining and an average of at least 73%. Recipients will be passionate about their fields of study, curious, and willing to try new things, as well as caring about their neighbours and communities. Recipients will be truly interested in becoming involved and making a difference in society.
Value: 25 x tuition waiver plus approx. $12,000
Deadline: Mar. 5th – Due to the Student Service Centre
Entrance
Criteria: Performing Arts bursaries for talented and promising full time students who can demonstrate serious financial need and who have completed their high school requirements in publicly-funded secondary schools located in the Cities of Hamilton and Burlington.
Value: 3 x $2,500
Deadline: Oct. 1
http://www.hcf.on.ca/grants_hcf_scholarships_geritol.shtml
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students of Grenadian, Carriacouan or Petit Martinique descent based on academic achievement and community involvement.
Value: 4 x $1,000
Deadline: Jun. 13
Entrance
Criteria: Awarded to Black African or Black Caribbean students who are Canadian citizens or permanent resident of Canada attending a college or university in Canada. The applicant will be between 17 and 30 years of age, enrolled in a degree, diploma or certificate program, have high academic achievement, financial need, and will have a recognized contribution to the Black community
Value: 30 x Varies
Deadline: May 30
http://www.ycmhsawards.com/ApplicationForms/May/HarryJeromeScholarship.pdf
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a regular or junior member of Holstein Canada, or the son / daughter of one, based on academic merit.
Value: 2 x $750
Deadline: Nov. 30
Entrance
Criteria: Awarded to those who are 50+ years of age who wish to continue learning through accredited academic courses, community classes, vocational training, distance courses, online classes or coaching.
Value: $200 - $400
Deadline: Dec, 16
impowerage.com/news/50-scholarship-lifelong-learning-contest
Entrance
Criteria: Awarded to students who are involved in Anti-racism, diversity and/or leadership on building a healthy community.
Value: $4,000
Deadline: March 1
http://www.scaddingcourt.org/specialprojects/scholarship.htm
Entrance or In Course
Criteria: Presented to students whose lives have been touched by schizophrenia and psychosis to pursue their academic goals and follow their dreams.
Value: unknown
Deadline: March 30
http://www.schizophrenia.on.ca
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students who have completed at least one year of full-time study, based on financial need.
Value: $500 - $1,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Download Application Here!
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a first year student directly from secondary school of Caribbean heritage who maintained a B+ average through the last two years and demonstrated community involvement.
Value: TBA
Deadline: Sep. 30
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student in any program related to Occupational Health and Safety, based on academic merit and the evaluation of a 1,000 word essay.
Value: $1,000
Deadline: Feb. 13
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a first or second year student in the Health Sciences or Community Services who is involved in extracurricular and community activities.
Applicants are invited to submit the previous year's transcript, a covering letter detailing community involvement, a resume, and supporting evidence of full-time enrollment to: The Scholarship Committee, The Kathy Searles Scholarship, The Barbados St. Michael School Alumni (Toronto) Inc. P.O. Box 83, Don Mills, Ontario, M3C 2R6.
Value: $500
Deadline: Sep. 30
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: wSuccessful applicants are chosen based on their community and school involvement, knowledge of Kin Canada, and financial need.
Value: 45 x $1,000
Deadline: Feb. 1
www.bursary.ca
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to full-time, returning students under 25 years of age who reside in the GTA, based on extracurricular and/or community involvement and academic merit.
Value: 20 X $3,000
Deadline: May 17
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a single parent / legal guardian based on a nomination letter outlining why the nominee is an extraordinary caregiver.
Value: $1000
Deadline: Sep. 21
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded based on financial need, community involvement, academic merit and career objectives that will make a positive contribution to Canadian society.
Value: 6 x $2,500
Deadline: May 31
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student diagnosed with a mood disorder (a major depressive disorder to bipolar disorder, who is currently receiving medical treatment, based on a complete application with references.
Value: 6 x $2,000
Deadline: Apr. 24
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a 16 to 25 year-old student who has demonstrated exemplary leadership in eliminating racial discrimination.
Value: 3 x $5,000
Deadline: May 31
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student with Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus who is a permanent resident of the Windsor district, based on academic merit and financial need.
Value: Varies
Deadline: Mar. 31
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students in their last semester, based on unexpected financial emergencies.
Value: Varies
Application Forms available at the Financial Assistance Office
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student with a physical disability based on academic merit and a letter of introduction that includes future plans, goals, strengths, and special equipment required to study.
Value: $500
Deadline: May 28
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a 18 to 25 year old protected person who has maintained a GPA of at least 70% if entering a diploma program, 75% if entering a degree program, or a C+ if currently enrolled in a postsecondary program, based on academic merit, financial need, community involvement, and leadership potential.
Value: Approx. $16,000.00
Deadline: March 26
http://maytree.com/
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a current, returning post-secondary student based on integrity, engagement and drive.
Value: 20 x $1,000
Deadline: July 15
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In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students with permanent disabilities, based on commitment to their academic discipline, volunteerism and/or employment, and the potential to be an outstanding participant in the community.
Value: 20 x $3,000
Deadline: March 1
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students in Culinary, Food & Beverage, Hotel, Hospitality, Tourism, or Resort programs.
Value: Varies depending on award
Deadline: April 30
http://www.theohi.ca/Scholarships/tabid/55/Default.aspx
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Granted to students enrolled full-time in courses relating to fire prevention and life safety
Value: $500.00
Deadline: Feb. 20
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Available to any students currently enrolled at an Ontario College. Preference will be given to applicants who are OOWA student members, or who have family that are OOWA members.
Value: $600
Deadline: November 30
www.oowa.org
In-Course
Criteria: The Mental Health Division of The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) is planning on renewing their current logo and are offering a Bursary/Award to the designer of the winning logo.
Value: $1,000
Deadline: March 1
http://apply.utoronto.ca/adm-awards/html/awards/notices/Mental%20Health%20Division%20Bursary.pdf
Criteria: Awarded to members of the Credit Union, their children and grandchildren
Value: $2,000
Deadline: June 25
http://www.pacecu.com/bursary.php
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to creative, well-rounded students (minimum cumulative GPA equivalent to a 70% average) who are passionate about a community or environmental issue.
Value: 6 x $10,000
Deadline: Feb. 1
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a full or part-time student who is a veteran, child/grandchild of a veteran, or associated with the Legion, based on financial need.
Value: Up to $500
Deadline: Mar. 26
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students who are enrolled in a recognized communications or marketing course
Value: 4 x $1,500
Deadline: June 30
http://www.bes.ca/hancock%20scholarship.pdf
Entrance or in-course
Criteria: Awarded to a student from Brantford, Ontario, based on merit and financial need.
Value: $500
Deadline: Apr. 30
In-Course
Criteria: For students currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Mathematics or Engineering
Value: 15 x $5,000
Deadline: June 1
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to students who are in financial need and have applied for a Scotiabank student line of credit.
Value: 12 x $1,000
Deadline: Monthly Draws
Criteria: For students who have conducted sport research that benefits the Canadian sporting community
Value: $2,000
Deadline: Jan. 8 & March 26
http://sirc.ca/research_awards/documents/Eligibility_Outline_2010.pdf
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to women who are the primary financial support for their family and are pursuing their first post-secondary credential, based on financial need and overcoming exceptional circumstances.
Value: $1,000
Deadline: Dec. 1
http://www.soroptimist.org/awards/apply.html
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: For students who have been a foster child with either CCAS or CAS or similar official Canadian foster care program. Applicants must be enrolled full-time at a recognized postsecondary institution and less than 24 years of age. The successful candidate will be an active member of their community, with excellent grades and a recognized financial need.
Value: $2,000
Deadline: Sept. 15
http://www.storwell.com/bursary-application/
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to second-year postsecondary students in a travel & tourism related area of study. Students should be a resident of Elgin County, or have graduated from a high school in Elgin County
Value: Varies
www.escf.ca
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student with a permanent spinal cord injury based on academic proficiency and volunteer or peer support work.
Value: 2 x $1,000
Deadline: Aug. 15
Download Application Here! (MS Word)
Entrance
Criteria: For students who have shown academic excellence and a passion for contributing to the supply chain and logistics industry
Value: 2 x $750.
Deadline: Aug. 20
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a female full-time student who earned her secondary school diploma previous to September 2000 and is enrolled in her first post-secondary program. The recipient will demonstrate financial need as well as community or work involvement.
Value: 1 x $30,000; 10 x $15,000
Deadline: Jan. 2
Entrance
Criteria: Awarded to students who have made a difference in their community and shown leadership in many areas including environmental cleanup, the promotion of social justice, and the fight against child poverty, to name just a few.
Value: Varies (up to $70,000)
Deadline: Oct. 31
http://www.tdcanadatrust.com/scholarship/
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student enrolled in their first degree or diploma based on involvement in voluntary humanitarian work, courage in overcoming obstacles, participation in sport, fitness, and community activities, and academic standing.
Value: 20 x $7,000
Deadline: Feb. 1
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a young person under the age of 20 years who has demonstrated significant amounts of Innovation, Leadership and Achievements in their life, school, community, province or country.
Value: 20 x $5,000
Deadline: Jan. 22
http://www.top20under20.ca/engHome.htm
Entrance
Criteria: Awarded to applicants who have demonstrated outstanding environment commitment, community service and leadership
Value: 20 x $5,000
Deadline: Feb. 28
http://www.earthday.ca/scholarship/
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: For students pursuing an education in writing, video arts, visual and folk art, music, broadcast media, and deaf studies
Value: 7 x $500
Deadline: Nov. 30
http://wwwold.macewan.ca/nw/urdc/scholarships.htm
Entrance or In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a student who is employed, or was recently employed, at a member club of the Canadian Society of Club Managers, based on financial need, academic proficiency, and a keen interest in a career in the recreation industry.
Value: $2,000
Deadline: July 16
Entrance
Criteria: Applicants must have a physical disability which severely restricts physical activity, demonstrates commitment to academic study, demonstrates leadership and community service, and has demonstrated participation in extra-curricular activities.
Value: 2 x $2,000
Deadline: Apr. 30
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to an African Canadian student enrolled in a Business or Technology program, based on good oral and written communication skills, leadership skills demonstrated through extracurricular activities, financial need, and an interview. Recipient must not be receiving more than one other award of equal or greater value.
Value: 2 x $2,000 + possible work term
Deadline: Dec. 31
In-Course
Criteria: Awarded to a returning student 26 years of age or under based on involvement in the LGBTQ community in Ontario.
Deadline: Apr. 9 (Nomination due date)
Current Size: 100%
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