McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill University in Canada, 2026

The McCall MacBain Scholarships are about much more than financial support. We believe in the power of community. This program brings together a diverse group of scholars who aspire to lead with purpose – individuals who have demonstrated leadership potential and an inner drive to make a positive impact in other people’s lives.

While you and your fellow scholars will go on to work on a broad range of challenges in different sectors, you share a vision for the kind of leaders you want to be. You can be leaders who serve others with integrity and humility, who are committed to continual learning and bridge-building, and who take bold, meaningful risks.

The program will also provide you with tools to develop your leadership skills, connect with mentors and advisors and build community.

Moreover, as a McCall MacBain Scholar, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue a fully funded master’s or second-entry professional undergraduate program at the renowned McGill University.

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You can also apply for:

Helmut-Schmidt Masters Scholarships for Public Policy and Good Governance

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The McCall MacBain Scholars Program is offering up to 30 full scholarships and 100 entrance awards for Summer / Fall 2025 admission to master’s or professional studies at McGill University.

The scholarship covers:

• Tuition and fees for the full normal duration of the master’s or professional program
• A living stipend of $2,300 per month during academic terms
• A one-time relocation grant for moving to Montréal
• Beginner to advanced French language courses offered through McGill

Scholars not pursuing an academic term during the summer may apply for up to $5,000 to pursue meaningful summer experiences.

Eligibility Criteria for the McCall MacBain Scholarships

To be eligible to apply for the 2025 cohort, you will need to meet ONE of the following criteria:

• You are a current student on track to earn your first bachelor’s degree by August 2025
• You earned your first bachelor’s degree in the last five years (January 2020 or later)
• You earned your first bachelor’s degree more than five years ago, and were 30 years or younger on January 1st, 2025

You must also meet the minimum degree and language requirements for admission to the McGill master’s program.

How to Apply

Apply for McCall MacBain Scholars

Make sure to apply early! The McCall MacBain Scholarship application is available online from June to August / September 2025 for Summer / Fall 2025 admission. It is separate from McGill admissions, and you will require two reference forms. You can learn how to understand the application process here.

Apply for McGill Programs

You’ll need to apply separately to eligible programs at McGill University. McGill admissions generally open in September for the following Fall semester. Apply by the program deadline or in December (whichever is earlier) if selected as a scholarship finalist. You can see the eligible programs here.

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You can also Apply for the Fully Funded DAAD MIDE Scholarship 2026 at HTW Berlin

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Attend Regional Interviews (invitation only)

After an assessment of the written application, more than 250 Canadian and international semi-finalists will be invited to regional interviews. Your interviewers will be leaders who reflect varied disciplines and life experiences. See the interview dates.

Attend Final Interviews (invitation only)

Up to 85 finalists will be invited to final interviews in Montréal. Travel costs are covered for your participation in these interviews. Finalists are eligible to receive either the full scholarship or a finalist award.

Application Deadline

The application portal will be opened on June 1, 2025. The deadline to apply for the McCall MacBain Scholarships for students from the US and Canada is September 24, 2025, 4:00 PM Eastern Time. International students should apply on or before August 20, 2025, 4:00 PM Eastern Time.

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APPLY HERE

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You can also see more details on McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill University here.