May 1, 2027

Scotiabank Program for Law Students Scholarship

Direct application

$10,000
1 winner

Eligibility

School
University of Ottawa Faculty of Law Common Law Section
Level of study
Graduate

About this scholarship

Newly admitted full-time undergraduate students in the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law, Common Law Section, who self-identify as Black, Indigenous, or racialized and plan to use their law career to combat racism may apply. Open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, protected/refugee status holders, and international students. Indigenous identity must meet University of Ottawa documentation requirements.

The award is valued at $10,000 per year. At least one award is available.

Submit via uOZone with a 500-word letter on combating racism and self-identification documentation. Applications are due May 1.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • 500-word letter on plans to combat racism
  • Self-identification documentation
  • Applicants claiming Indigenous identity must meet University of Ottawa documentation requirements.