McCall MacBain Scholarships

Scholarship Overview

• The McCall MacBain Scholarship is a graduate scholarship that provides students with the mentorship, interdisciplinary learning, and global community they need to impact the world.
• This scholarship program gives its recipients tools to develop leadership skills, expand their knowledge, and connect with mentors and advisors with the aim of training them to lead with purpose. 
• The McCall Macbain Scholars pursue a funded master’s or second-entry professional undergraduate program at McGill University while participating in an interdisciplinary leadership program.

Host School(s)

• McGill University

Field(s) of Study

• MA (Arts)
• MArch (Architecture)
• MATL (Arts in Teaching and Learning)
• MBA (Business Administration)
• MEd (Education)
• MEng (Engineering)
• MISt (Information Studies)
• MM (Management)
• MMus (Music)
• MPP (Public Policy)
• MSc (Science)
• MScA (Science, Applied)
• MScAPT (Science, Applied in Physical Therapy)
• MScAOT (Science, Applied in Occupational Therapy)
• MSW (Social Work)
• MUP (Urban Planning)
• LLM (Law)
• STM (Sacred Theology)

What does the scholarship cover?

• Tuition and fees
• A living stipend of CAD 2300 per month during the academic term
• A one-time relocation grant for moving to Montréal
• Beginner to advanced French language courses offered through McGill

How many scholarships are given?

• 20 Canadian and 10 international full scholarships

Which countries are targeted?

• Canada
• International Students

Am I Eligible to Apply?

To qualify for this scholarship, you must:

• meet the minimum degree and language requirements for a master’s program at McGill University;
• have a bachelor’s degree or its recognized equivalent, or be on track to complete your bachelor’s degree by August 2026;
• be 30 years or younger on January 1, 2025;
• have earned your bachelor’s degree in the last five years. 

How Do I Apply – Next Steps

• You must apply for the McCall MacBain Scholarship before you apply for the graduate program.
• The McGill application is separate from the scholarship application.
• Make sure you submit your completed application early enough. 

Selection Criteria

• Leadership potential
• Exceptional character
• Community engagement
• Academic strength and intellectual curiosity
• Entrepreneurial spirit

Required Documents

• Several short essays of 225-300 words each
• Academic transcripts
• One-page résumé
• Two reference forms

Closing Date

• August 20, 2025

How do I get more information?

• Website: McCall MacBain Scholarships