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Robert J. McCormick Aboriginal Entrance Scholarship

Annual award for Indigenous students entering the University of Victoria Faculty of Law. Academic excellence counts.

Reviewed by G Paul · verified August 31, 2026

Nov 1, 2026

Next deadline

University of Victoria

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What you will need

Proof of Indigenous affiliation
Transcripts or documentation demonstrating academic excellence
Confirmation of admission or intent to enter the University of Victoria Faculty of Law undergraduate program

About this award

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact University of Victoria to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a scholarship, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student who has shown a strong track record of academic excellence and is starting your legal education. You can apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, a portal, or phone. Selection criteria aren't published — ask University of Victoria how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask University of Victoria during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with University of Victoria whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

To qualify, you must be an Indigenous student with any Indigenous affiliation. You must be entering the University of Victoria's Faculty of Law undergraduate program and have demonstrated academic excellence.

This is what the award's own page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm with the provider before you apply.

Open to undergraduate students
Resident of British Columbia
Studying Law or JD/JID

How to apply

Read the award's own page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Order your transcript1–2 weeks
Your school's registrar can take a week or two.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

More details

Academic Excellence

Avoid simply listing your grades.

Instead, provide a narrative that explains the effort behind those grades and how your academic success prepares you for the rigors of law school.

References

Avoid using a generic character reference.

Instead, use professors or mentors who can specifically vouch for your intellectual curiosity and readiness for a Faculty of Law program.

Strategy

Avoid waiting until the final deadline.

Since there are three windows (August, November, and February), apply in the earliest one possible to show your proactive interest in the program.

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