Bursaries & Scholarships

Our bursary and scholarship program begins September 1 and applications close on September 25 at 5pm ADT.

We're proud to offer one of the best law school financial aid programs in Canada. Each year, we award over $2 million to our students to help with the cost of legal education. Over 60% of our students receive financial aid of some form, so be sure you apply.

Step-by-step directions for how to apply

1. Review the Bursary and Scholarship Information Booklet 2024-2025 [PDF - 629KB] for information on award categories, criteria, and application process.
2. Read through the Supporting Documentation checklist (in the Appendix) and make note of information that is applicable to you.
3. Read through the Named Awards Criteria (in the Appendix) and make note of the ones you may qualify for.
4. Review the Sample Online Application Form for 2024-2025 [PDF - 153KB] to know what is required. Please note: formatting may make the document difficult to read in some areas as it is generated from an online form. This document is meant a guide only. The online form is the only submission format permitted.
5. Watch the instructional video (below) on applying for our bursaries and scholarships. 
6. Review the Frequently Asked Questions Sheet [PDF - 729kB]
7. Review the Schulich Scholarships Information Sheet (2L & 3L students only) [PDF-196KB]
   
8. Start your application! Once the online form is open you may begin your application at any time, with the option to save and return to it (via an emailed return link), so start early!
9. Submit your application form before the deadline.
10. Email your supporting documentation as per the instructions on the application form before the deadline.

Bursary & Scholarship Information Session

This previously recorded Bursary and Scholarship Information Session is an excellent resource and answers many commonly asked questions.