Humber College

Toronto, Canada Founded 1968

Updated Sep 2026

Overview

English Name: Humber College
Founded: 1968
Institution Type: College
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Humber Polytechnic (formerly Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning) is one of Canada's largest publicly funded polytechnic institutions, operating three Toronto campuses: North (205 Humber College Blvd., Etobicoke), Lakeshore (3199 Lake Shore Blvd.

West) and the Downtown Campus / International Graduate School at 59 Hayden Street. Branded as Canada's Polytechnic, Humber delivers career-focused education across six faculties spanning applied technology, business, health and life sciences, liberal arts, media and design, and social and community services.

It offers 204 full-time programs in 17 areas of interest, ranging from certificates, diplomas and advanced diplomas to honours bachelor's degrees, Ontario graduate certificates, apprenticeships and master's degrees, alongside large continuous professional learning and real estate education operations. Per its 2024-2025 annual report, Humber enrolls 66,760 full-time students plus over 21,000 professional learners.

Teaching emphasizes work-integrated learning, industry partnerships and hands-on training in state-of-the-art labs.

International students are admitted in three intakes (September, January, May) with rolling, capacity-limited admissions, and the institution provides on-campus residence for more than 1,700 students at its North and Lakeshore campuses.

Location & Contact

Humber College's physical location and the contact details prospective students typically need before applying or visiting. Channels listed below come from the institution's published profile.

Address: 205 Humber College Blvd., Toronto, Ontario M9W 5L7 (North Campus)
Postal Code: M9W 5L7
Map:
Phone: +1-416-675-3111

Academic Details

Below are the institutional metrics for Humber College: scale, staffing balance, and accreditation context. These shape the academic experience more than headline rankings often suggest.

Academic Year: Three intakes: Fall (September), Winter (January) and Summer (May). Fall 2026 classes begin Sep 8, 2026; Winter 2027 classes begin Jan 11, 2027; Summer 2027 orientation runs May 3-7, 2027. Fall and Winter terms include reading weeks; the college is closed Dec 24-Jan 1.
Admission Requirements: DOMESTIC APPLICANTS (Canadian citizens, permanent residents and protected persons) apply through ontariocolleges.ca rather than to Humber directly; the processing fee charged there is CAD 150 and is non-refundable. Academic basis: an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or an accepted equivalent - a Grade 12 diploma from any other province or territory, Secondary V in Quebec - together with the Grade 11 and Grade 12 courses each program lists on its own page. Humber sorts applicants into three routes. Secondary-school applicants still in Grade 12 are assessed on Grade 11 marks and any conditional offer needs a final Grade 12 transcript before classes begin. College or university transfer applicants are assessed on their post-secondary courses, and for a bachelor's degree the post-secondary GPA carries the decision. Mature applicants are those without completed secondary or post-secondary study who will be 19 or older on the first day of class for a certificate or diploma, or 21 or older for a degree; they may be invited to admission testing, but degree applicants must still present the required U-level courses because testing cannot substitute for them. A Canadian citizen or permanent resident educated outside Canada must have credentials assessed - ICAS for a secondary-school transcript, WES for post-secondary study - course-by-course wherever specific courses or a ranking grade are needed. Degree applicants must disclose their complete education history. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS (living outside Canada, or inside Canada without permanent residency) apply instead on Humber's own web application; the fee is CAD 100, covers up to two program choices in a single intake, and waiver codes are offered to some applicants already onshore. Academic entry is set country by country - use Humber's Academic Equivalency tool for the standard that applies to your school system - and the same program-specific prerequisites and extras (portfolio, audition, letter of intent, references) apply as for domestic applicants. ENGLISH PROFICIENCY applies to both groups whenever English is not your first language or your previous education was in another language, and Humber publishes a different minimum for each credential level. Certificates, diplomas and advanced diplomas: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with nothing under 5.5; TOEFL iBT 80 with 20 in each skill, or 4.0 with nothing under 3.5 on the scale used from January 2026; PTE Academic 53-57; Duolingo 105; CAEL 60; MET 56; LanguageCert Academic 65-69 with no skill under 60. Bachelor's degrees: IELTS 6.5 with nothing under 6.0; TOEFL iBT 84 with 21 per skill, or 4.5 with nothing under 4.0 on the new scale; PTE 58-60; Duolingo 115; CAEL 60 including 60 in writing; MET 59; LanguageCert 70-74 with no skill under 65. Bachelor of Science - Nursing sits higher again: IELTS 7.0 with nothing under 6.5; TOEFL iBT 100 with 21 per skill, or 5.0 with nothing under 4.5 on the new scale; CAEL 60 with 60 in writing; MET 64; LanguageCert 75-79 with no skill under 70. Graduate certificates and master's degrees: IELTS 6.5 with nothing under 6.0; TOEFL iBT 88 with 22 per skill, or 4.5 with nothing under 4.0 on the new scale; PTE 61-64; Duolingo 125; CAEL 70; MET 62. Results stay valid for 24 months and individual programs may set a higher bar; Duolingo is not accepted for the Pharmacy Technician diploma. Instead of a test you may present one year of full-time secondary study in an English-language school system (accepted for every level except master's degrees), or one successful full year at an accredited college or university where English was the language of instruction. Humber's own English for Academic Purposes route also qualifies you: a 60 per cent Semester 2 average for certificates, diplomas and advanced diplomas, 75 per cent for bachelor's degrees, and 80 per cent at Level 8 for graduate certificates and master's degrees. Applicants whose first language is French can waive testing by showing three years of English in a Canadian secondary school or its equivalent.
Total Students: 66,760
Campus Setting: Urban

Academic Structures

Humber College's organisational chart for teaching: faculties, schools, institutes, and constituent units. Research-intensive universities often add institutes or centres alongside teaching faculties.

Unit 8 items
  • Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology
  • Faculty of Health & Life Sciences
  • Faculty of Liberal Arts & Sciences
  • Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design
  • Faculty of Social & Community Services
  • Longo Faculty of Business
  • School of Clean Energy
  • School of Nursing

Programs Offered

Humber College's programme list, with search and degree-level grouping. Search matches programme names; if you don't see your subject, check the divisions section to locate the relevant faculty.

230 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Canada

Bachelor's Degree 32 programmes

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Honours Degree 29 programmes

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Master's Degree 2 programmes

Certificate 28 programmes

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Diploma 57 programmes

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Higher Diploma 28 programmes

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Postgraduate Certificate 54 programmes

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How to apply to Humber College

Below is a five-step path through the application process at Humber College, useful for first-time applicants and international students.

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    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Humber College's catalogue includes 230 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Humber College's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Submit your completed application through Humber College's official website at humber.ca. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.

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    Contact admissions and follow up

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at +1-416-675-3111. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Humber College

Quick answers to the most common questions about Humber College — covering location, founding, ranking, programmes, and admissions context.

When was Humber College founded?

Humber College was established in 1968 (approximately 58 years ago).

Where can I find Humber College?

The institution is located in Toronto, Canada.

How many students does Humber College have?

The institution has a student body of 66,760.

How many faculties does Humber College have?

Humber College has 8 academic units.

Where can I learn more about Humber College?

You can find Humber College online at humber.ca.

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