The IGNITE Black Excellence Scholarship was created in 2021 to recognize outstanding students and upcoming leaders within the Black community at Humber Polytechnic and the University of Guelph-Humber. Recipients of the $1,000 scholarship are selected based on their academic standing, their demonstration of leadership and community involvement, and their financial need.
Applications for Black Excellence Scholarship will open on February 1, 2026.
Follow the link below to submit your application.
In order to qualify, you must:
- currently be a student (full-time or part-time) enrolled at Humber Polytechnic or the University of Guelph-Humber
- currently be in good academic standing in your program
- identify as Black
- have demonstrated leadership experience and/or community involvement
We look forward to awarding these scholarships in March 2026 and celebrating excellence within our community!
For any further questions regarding this scholarship, please email Kristine Galvan, Manager, Leadership & Advocacy.
