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Entering full-time first-year Ontario-resident students admitted to the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law, Common Law Section who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected or refugee status holders, demonstrate financial need, and show interest in criminal prosecution, criminal law reform, or criminal code drafting may apply.
The OSOTF award is valued at a minimum of $1,500, up to the equivalent of one year of tuition.
Apply through Online Scholarships and Bursaries in uoZone with the Financial Questionnaire, an accomplishments statement, and a reference letter by May 1.
The LeBreton-Holmes Memorial Scholarship (OSOTF) supports entering Common Law students whose education would otherwise be compromised, with a focus on criminal law fields.
The LeBreton-Holmes Memorial Scholarship (OSOTF) awards Over $1,500.
The deadline is May 1, 2027. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: Canada; Ontario; First year; University of Ottawa Faculty of Law Common Law Section. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
U.S. citizens or legally authorized workers with a minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA who are enrolled in an accredited U.S. law school or undergraduate pre-law program may apply. One $500 award is given. Submit a resume, 500 to 1,000 word essay, transcripts, acceptance letter, and proof of residency as PDFs by email.
Essay written for youFor continuing University of Calgary Faculty of Arts undergraduates entering second, third, or fourth year who have taken or are currently enrolled in at least one of GRST 551, GRST 483, or GRST 445.3. Selection is based on academic merit. Open to any citizenship or residency status. One award of up to $1,500 is offered annually. Apply through My UCalgary Portal under Continuing Undergraduate Awards. The donor is the Calgary Numismatic Society.
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