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McCall MacBain Scholarships in Canada 2027 (Fully Funded)
SCHOLARSHIP
6/19/20262 min read
The McCall MacBain Scholarship at McGill University provides a premier, fully funded opportunity for graduate and professional undergraduate studies in Canada. This award centers on evaluating candidate character, community leadership, and entrepreneurial promise rather than relying strictly on academic scores.
For the 2027 academic cohort, the program covers up to 30 full master's or professional degree scholarships alongside 100 entrance awards.
Eligibility and Academic Pathways
Applicants must align with specific chronological and academic windows to qualify for the 2027 entry cycle:
Current Undergraduate Students: On track to finish your first bachelor’s degree by August 2027.
Recent Graduates: Earned your first bachelor’s degree in January 2021 or later.
Alumni with Work Experience: Earned your first bachelor’s degree before January 2021, but were 30 years old or younger on January 1, 2026.
Admissions and Institutional Alignment
The scholarship supports more than 150 full-time master's degree tracks and distinct second-entry professional undergraduate programs (such as Law, Medicine, and Public Policy) at McGill University. Candidates must separately satisfy all academic prerequisites, grade point average minimums, and English language baseline requirements demanded by their chosen faculty department.
Financial and Professional Benefits
Selected scholars receive an all-inclusive financial, academic, and professional training package:
Tuition and Fees: Full coverage of all standard program tuition and mandatory registration fees for the complete normal duration of the degree.
Living Stipend: A regular allowance of $2,300 CAD per month during active academic terms to secure local housing and manage basic living costs.
Relocation Funding: A one-time financial grant to assist with international or cross-country moving costs to Montreal.
Enrichment and Mentorship: Immediate inclusion in leadership workshops, continuous executive coaching, assigned faculty mentors, and access to a $5,000 CAD summer grant pool for creative or community-based initiatives.
Application Requirements and Selection Steps
Applying for the scholarship is a standalone procedure that occurs well before the academic admissions cycle for McGill University.
Crucial Submission Deadlines (2026 for the 2027 Entry)
International Applicants: August 19, 2026.
Canada and United States Candidates: September 23, 2026.
Step-by-Step Requirements
Online Profile: Complete the formal application detailing academic accomplishments, employment history, and targeted leadership activities.
Essays and Short Answers: Write short responses and descriptive essays explaining community service impacts, significant personal pivots, and leadership challenges.
Documentation: Provide a tailored one-page resume along with unofficial university transcripts from all institutions attended.
Reference Requests: Secure two references directly within the system before the deadline—one verifying your academic history, and one validating your community service involvement.
Separate Institutional Application: File an independent application for admission to your selected degree track directly to McGill University by its departmental deadline. Finalists must complete this step by December at the latest.
Vetting and Interviews: Shortlisted applicants proceed through regional semi-final interviews. Roughly 85 chosen finalists travel to Montreal for final-round selection boards, with all travel and lodging expenses fully covered by the foundation.