University of Ottawa Indigenous Leadership Scholarship 2027

The Indigenous Leadership Scholarship is awarded to an Indigenous student who demonstrates academic excellence and outstanding leadership skills. It is one of the most prestigious scholarships at the University of Ottawa. Applicants must be of Indigenous origin (and provide proof of this) and be enrolled full time and for the first time in an undergraduate program in a direct-entry faculty or in the Faculty of Law, Civil Law Section. They must have an admission average of 85% or higher and demonstrate leadership qualities and commitment to academic and extracurricular activities.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMarch 31, 2027
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorUniversity of Ottawa
• City to studyOttawa
• School to studyUniversity of Ottawa
• Course to study
• Eligible CountryCanada

Benefits

• Total scholarship value: CAD $26,000.

• Annual funding: CAD $6,500 per year.

• Funding duration: Up to 4 years, subject to renewal conditions.

• Civil Law award: CAD $19,500, paid at CAD $6,500 per year.

• Tuition assistance: Scholarship funds help support university expenses but do not guarantee full tuition coverage.

Requirements

• Be of Indigenous origin and provide proof.

• Enter university full-time for the first time in an eligible undergraduate programme.

• Have an admission average of at least 85%.

• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to academic and extracurricular activities.

• Submit an online application.

• Meet the scholarship's specific enrolment and renewal requirements.

Check also:
Free Ongoing Fully Funded Scholarships Guide 2026 (Download Now)

Application Deadline

How To Apply

For more information, visit University of Ottawa scholarship webpage.