🇨🇦 McCall MacBain Scholarship 2025 – Fully Funded at McGill


🌞 McCall MacBain Scholarship 2025 in Canada | Fully Funded Graduate Study at McGill

The McCall MacBain Scholarship is one of the most prestigious fully funded graduate scholarships in Canada. Offered by McGill University in Montreal, this scholarship supports outstanding students who demonstrate leadership potential, a commitment to community, and academic excellence. Applications for the 2025 cohort are now open, making it the perfect time to prepare for this life-changing opportunity.


🎓 What Is the McCall MacBain Scholarship?

Established in 2019 with a historic $200 million donation from John and Marcy McCall MacBain, this scholarship aims to empower future leaders through fully funded master's or professional degrees at McGill University. The program selects up to 30 fully funded scholars and awards additional finalist and regional scholarships each year.


💰 What the Scholarship Covers

  • Full tuition and fees for an eligible Master’s or professional program at McGill

  • Monthly living stipend of CAD 2,000

  • Relocation grant and travel costs for international scholars

  • Mentorship and leadership development training

  • Access to exclusive retreats, networking events, and workshops


📊 Who Can Apply?

You are eligible to apply if you:

  • Plan to apply for Fall 2025 admission to a full-time eligible master's or professional program at McGill

  • Are a current undergraduate student (completing your first degree by August 2026), OR

  • Graduated with your first bachelor’s degree in the last five years (2019 or later), OR

  • Graduated more than five years ago and are under 30 years old as of January 1, 2025

  • Meet McGill’s admission and language requirements (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent if applicable)


🌐 List of Available Programs for the McCall MacBain Scholarship in Canada 2026:

Master Programs:

  • 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)

Second-Entry Professional Undergraduate Programs:

  • BCL/JD (Law)
  • DMD (Dentistry)
  • MDCM (Medicine)

See the full list of eligible programs here.


📅 Key Dates for 2025 Intake

Event Date
Applications Open June 2025
Deadline (International Applicants) August 20, 2025
Deadline (Canadian & U.S. Applicants) September 24, 2025
Regional Interviews October – December 2025
Final Interviews in Montreal March 2026
Classes Begin September 2026

🤝 What They Look For

The McCall MacBain Scholarship Committee assesses candidates based on:

  1. Exceptional Character: Integrity, empathy, resilience

  2. Leadership Potential: Capacity to lead and make meaningful change

  3. Community Engagement: Service-oriented mindset

  4. Entrepreneurial Spirit: Innovation and initiative

  5. Academic Strength and Curiosity


📝 Application Components

  • Personal information and academic background

  • CV / Resume

  • Essays reflecting leadership, impact, and personal journey

  • Two reference letters

  • Official transcripts

  • Online application through the McCall MacBain portal


✉️ How to Apply

  1. Visit the McCall MacBain Scholarship portal

  2. Submit the scholarship application by the deadline for your region

  3. If shortlisted, attend regional interviews

  4. Apply separately for admission to McGill University (Oct–Dec 2025)

  5. Finalists attend in-person interviews in Montreal (travel covered)


🎉 Scholar Benefits Beyond Funding

There are a total of 10 McCall MacBain scholarships for international students, 25 international finalist awards of $20,000, and 15 regional awards of $10,000 for international students.

Applicants will get a full tuition fee for the duration of their degree.

Students will also receive a 2,300 CAD monthly stipend. 

Applicants will get a one-time relocation grant for moving to Montréal.

Students who will not pursue an academic term during the summer break may apply for summer funding up to $5,000 to pursue unique and meaningful summer experiences.

Scholarship recipients will also get a chance to connect with international advisors and mentors, build community, and attend different workshops and talks with the McGill Scholarship. 

An amazing experience and opportunity to study for free in Canada as an international student and become a McCall MacBain Scholar.


🌍 Final Thoughts

The McCall MacBain Scholarship 2025 is not just a scholarship—it’s an investment in your leadership potential. With full financial support, mentorship, and access to a world-class university, this is your chance to grow, serve, and lead.

Don’t miss your opportunity to join a community of passionate changemakers. Start preparing now, and apply early. For assistance with your essays, references, or application strategy, feel free to reach out!

Good luck, future leader! 🌟

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