Since its founding in 1967, Humber College has grown to become Canada’s largest college. Since Humber first opened its doors, it has welcomed over 220,000 students from all over the world.
In the fall semester alone Humber welcomed almost 5 thousand international students from over 138 countries. However, Humber is not only known for its diverse range of students, but also for their excellent technological program. In addition to Humber College’s many strengths and diversity, they were also ranked as the most sustainable college in Ontario, as of 2013.
Services For The International Students
Visas & Permits Assistance
Humber College offers services to help international students with obtaining visas, study permits, and work permits.
Student Healthcare
The college provides the international students with student health care, while also assisting the student in obtaining a health card if applicable.
Financial Advisors
Humber college offers financial advisors on site to help students with planning their financing, application for funding for tuition fees, loans and grants.
Housing Assistance
If necessary, the college will also provide advisors to help the international students manage their finances. In addition, Humber College also provides international students with assistance if they have trouble finding appropriate housing and accommodations.
Peer Tutoring
If international students have trouble with any courses or programs that they have, the college also has a peer tutoring service. This service can not only help the international students with the subject, but it will also give them the opportunity to practice the English language through active communication.
Individual Counselling
Onsite counseling service is available, which can be used for any issues, academic or private.
Last but not least, there are trips available that allow international students to learn more about the culture. These trips are organized and led by staff and students at the college and allow international students to develop a sense of home in this new country.
Humber College Application Requirements
- Submit application
- Application fee paid
- Proof of working knowledge of the English Language. (English language test results, have proof of at least three years of education with English instruction, or 8-week s of Humber English for Academic Purposes course).
For more information, please visit the Humber College website at www.humber.ca