November 3, 2026

Joyce Milgaard Criminal Defence Scholarship

Direct application

Over $1,000
1 winner

Eligibility

School
University of Ottawa Faculty of Law Common Law Section
Financial
Financial need
Enrollment
Full-time

About this scholarship

Full-time undergraduate students in the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law, Common Law Section who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, protected/refugee status holders, or international students, demonstrate financial need, and show interest in criminal law with the goal of practising as a criminal defence lawyer may apply.

One scholarship valued at a minimum of $1,000 is available.

Apply through Online Scholarships and Bursaries in uoZone with the Financial Questionnaire and a 500-word letter on your interest in criminal law by November 3.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Financial Questionnaire
  • 500-word letter on interest in criminal law
  • Show interest in criminal law. The listed eligible status groups include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, protected/refugee-status holders, and international students.