Artificial Intelligence with Machine Learning is one of Humber College's flagship Graduate Certificate offerings, delivered through the downtown Humber International Graduate School — a one-year, post-diploma/post-degree credential aimed at applicants who already hold a diploma or bachelor's degree and want a fast, applied specialization in AI/ML rather than a second multi-year degree. It's a genuinely strategic pick within Humber's catalogue: as a STEM-classified program, it's meaningfully better positioned under Canada's post-2024 Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) rules than many of Humber's other Graduate Certificates in Business, HR, or general management. This guide covers admission, real costs, requirements, English-test rules, PGWP eligibility, and career outcomes.
Acceptance Rate
Humber does not publish an official acceptance rate for the AI with Machine Learning Graduate Certificate or any other program. Admission runs through the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS) on a rolling, capacity-based basis, the same model used across Humber's catalogue. Third-party aggregators sometimes cite Humber's overall admit rate at roughly 60-70%, but that figure is directional, not an official published statistic, and says nothing specific about this particular Graduate Certificate.
Given AI/ML's current popularity as a field and Humber's downtown International Graduate School's growing international profile, expect this specific certificate to fill its seats faster than Humber's less in-demand Graduate Certificates — early, complete applications matter more here than for a typical diploma program.
Fees and Cost of Attendance
Approximate annual costs for international students, based on Humber's published fee structure:
| Cost Item | Amount (CAD) |
|---|---|
| International tuition — AI with Machine Learning (Graduate Certificate) | ~$17,685/year |
| Estimated living expenses | ~$15,500/year |
| Approximate total cost per year | ~$33,185 |
| Application fee | $100 |
Because this is a one-year Graduate Certificate, total program cost sits at roughly $33,000 CAD for the full credential before scholarships — a materially lower total investment than a two-year master's program, which is a large part of the appeal for applicants who already hold a bachelor's degree and want a fast, applied AI/ML specialization.
Admission Requirements
As a post-diploma/post-degree Graduate Certificate, this program requires a prior credential rather than direct entry from secondary school.
Required documents:
- Application via the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS)
- Official transcript(s) showing completion of an equivalent diploma or bachelor's degree, commonly with a C+/65% average or higher
- Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/Duolingo) at the higher degree/graduate-certificate threshold, unless exempt
- CAD $100 application fee
- Non-refundable tuition deposit once an offer is accepted, to secure a seat
GRE/GMAT: Not required. Intakes: Fall (September) and Winter (available for select Graduate Certificate programs), both on a rolling, capacity-based basis.
How to Get Into Humber's AI with Machine Learning Graduate Certificate
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Come in with a relevant prior credential. A diploma or bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, data-adjacent fields, or a related technical discipline strengthens your file for a program built around applied AI/ML skills.
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Apply early in the Fall intake window. Given the program's strong current demand and Humber's rolling, capacity-based admissions model, waiting until close to a soft deadline risks losing your seat to an earlier, complete applicant.
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Lock in your English test score at the higher Graduate Certificate threshold ahead of time, since it's a stricter bar than Humber's general diploma-level minimum (see below).
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Weigh this certificate's PGWP positioning explicitly when choosing among Humber's Graduate Certificates. As a STEM-classified program, it sits in a meaningfully stronger position than Humber's Business, HR, or general-management certificates under the 2024 PGWP field-of-study rules (see below) — a genuine differentiator worth factoring into your decision.
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If your English score falls short, ask about Humber's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) pathway before your program starts.
English Proficiency Requirement (IELTS/TOEFL)
| Test | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 | 7.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 88, no skill below 22 | 95 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | — |
| Duolingo English Test | 120 | — |
This is Humber's Graduate Certificate/degree-level tier — a step above the diploma-level minimum used for Humber's Ontario College Diplomas. Scores are generally treated as valid for two years, and a prior degree or diploma completed and examined fully in English at an approved institution may exempt you from a separate test requirement. If your score falls short, Humber's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program offers a structured route into the certificate. For the full breakdown of Humber's admissions and PGWP policy, see Humber College's full admissions guide.
Career Outcomes
Humber does not publish a program-level graduation rate, employment rate, or average starting salary for this Graduate Certificate. What's well documented:
- Graduates are positioned toward Greater Toronto Area technology and AI/ML employers, benefiting from Toronto's dense tech-sector employer base and Humber's own guidance identifying technology employers as a key placement cluster for its Applied Technology and AI/ML programs.
- PGWP eligibility — this program's key advantage: as a Graduate Certificate (non-degree credential), it's subject to IRCC's November 2024 field-of-study restriction on PGWP eligibility, which currently centers on six broad sectors, including STEM. Because this certificate is STEM-classified, it is more likely to appear on IRCC's current eligible field-of-study list than Humber's Business, HR, or general-management Graduate Certificates, which generally do not qualify. Always confirm the program's specific current status directly on IRCC's official list before enrolling, since eligibility is program-specific and the list is reviewed periodically.
- As a one-year credential aimed at applicants who already hold a diploma or degree, graduates typically enter the job market directly, applying AI/ML skills built during the certificate on top of an existing academic or professional base.
FAQ
Is Humber's AI with Machine Learning program a standalone degree? No. It's a one-year Graduate Certificate, a post-diploma/post-degree credential for applicants who already hold a prior diploma or bachelor's degree — not a standalone bachelor's or master's degree in its own right.
Does Humber publish an acceptance rate for this certificate? No. Humber does not publish official acceptance rates for any program. Admission is rolling and capacity-based through OCAS; third-party estimates cite Humber's overall admit rate at roughly 60-70%, but this isn't program-specific or an official figure.
How much does the AI with Machine Learning certificate cost for international students? International tuition runs approximately CAD $17,685/year. Since the program is one year long, total cost of attendance for the full credential is roughly CAD $33,000 before scholarships.
Will this certificate qualify me for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)? It's better positioned than most of Humber's other Graduate Certificates because it's STEM-classified, making it more likely to fall within IRCC's current eligible field-of-study list (which prioritizes STEM among six broad sectors). It's not automatic, though — always verify the program's specific current PGWP status directly on IRCC's official list before enrolling.
What IELTS score do I need? 6.5 overall with no individual band below 6.0 — Humber's Graduate Certificate/degree-level tier, a step above the 6.0 diploma-level minimum used elsewhere in Humber's catalogue.
Do I need a technical undergraduate background to apply? Humber doesn't publish a specific major requirement, but given the program's applied AI/ML focus, a diploma or degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field strengthens an application relative to an unrelated academic background.