Indigenous students
UVic offers support to Indigenous students throughout their university experience – from their first contact through graduation and beyond.
Student supports
UVic’s Office of Indigenous Academic and Community Engagement (IACE) connects Indigenous students with the educational, financial and cultural resources available on campus and in local communities. These include:
- First Peoples House
- LE,NONET Program
- Indigenous Counselling Office
- Indigenous co-op support
- housing on and off campus
- Native Student Union
- Indigenous Mentorship Network of the Pacific Northwest (IMN-PN)
We encourage you to self-identify during the admissions process so we can send you relevant information.
Note: this voluntary declaration will not be used for admission decisions. Documentation of Indigenous ancestry is not required.
First People’s House
Funding
If you're a sponsored Indigenous student, please be sure to connect with UVic's Office of Indigenous Academic and Community Engagement, which will liaise with your sponsor and advocate on your behalf for funding.
Visit Student Awards and Financial Aid for information on:
- tuition, fees and living expenses
- loans, bursaries and scholarships
Check our listing of external student awards for Indigenous students.
Need help?
For more information, contact the Coordinator of Indigenous Student Support or at 250-853-3599.