Applications are open for the McCall MacBain Scholarships, one of the most prestigious and competitive fully funded scholarship programs in Canada, for the Summer and Fall 2027 intake at McGill University. Each year, up to 30 full scholarships and 100 entrance awards are offered to the very top candidates, giving brilliant and outstanding students a transformative educational experience without any financial burden. 🌟
The scholarship was established to empower the next generation of leaders to make a positive impact on the world. It is open to national and international students alike, to pursue a master's program or a second-entry professional undergraduate program at one of Canada's top universities.
About the McCall MacBain Scholarships
🍁 The McCall MacBain Scholarships are funded by the McCall MacBain Foundation, whose aim is to transform lives and communities by supporting and investing in youth for a better tomorrow.
🌍 The programme is designed for students who want to focus on their academic and personal growth while building the skills that matter, from communication and leadership to community engagement. Beyond the money, scholars gain access to a network of mentors, professionals and experts, along with industry insights and international career opportunities that can shape their future path.
About McGill University
🏛️ McGill University is a top public research university based in Montreal, Canada. According to the QS World University Rankings, it is ranked #31 globally and stands as Canada's best university.
🌐 McGill welcomes students from over 150 countries and offers international scholarships and awards to support them. Canada itself offers a high quality of life, equal rights for international students, and a safe, multicultural and diverse environment to study and live in.
What the Scholarship Covers
💰 The McCall MacBain Scholarship is fully funded. Selected scholars receive full tuition fees and a living stipend, with all expenses covered so students can concentrate fully on their studies.
🤝 On top of the financial support, scholars benefit from mentorship and networking opportunities that connect them with influential people, industry knowledge and career prospects around the world.
What They're Looking For
The selection looks for candidates who demonstrate:
✨ Exceptional character, meaning a value for excellence, hard work, service and lifelong learning, along with integrity, honesty, empathy, tenacity in pursuing long-term goals, and a willingness to take meaningful risks.
🤲 Community engagement, working for and with others to address challenges facing a community, and pursuing a breadth and depth of interests outside the classroom.
🧭 Leadership potential, with experience working with and leading others toward a common goal, readiness to take on tough leadership roles, and a drive to help others reach their potential.
💡 Entrepreneurial spirit, the ability to identify unmet needs and motivate others to develop creative solutions, forging new paths without being held back by fear of failure.
📚 Academic strength and intellectual curiosity, a deep interest in people, ideas and the world, openness to different perspectives, and a strong fit between the proposed graduate program, your qualifications and your future plans.
Who Can Apply
To be eligible for the 2027 cohort, you need to meet ONE of the following:
🎓 You are a current student on track to earn your first bachelor's degree by August 2027.
📆 You earned your first bachelor's degree in the last five years (January 2021 or later).
🕰️ You earned your first bachelor's degree more than five years ago and were 30 years or younger on January 1st, 2026.
📝 You will also need to meet the minimum degree and language requirements for admission to a McGill master's program.
Programs and Start Dates
📖 The scholarship supports master's programs or second-entry professional undergraduate programs at McGill.
🗓️ It is offered for the Summer and Fall semesters of 2027. Information sessions are available for anyone who wants to learn more before applying.
Deadline
The deadlines for 2027 admission depend on where you study:
🌍 International (students and graduates of universities located outside Canada and the United States): 19 August 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
🇨🇦 Canada and United States (students and graduates of universities in Canada and the US, as well as Canadians abroad): 23 September 2026, 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Links
🔗 Apply and register for an information session: https://mccallmacbainscholars.org/apply/
