The McCall MacBain Scholarships 2027 are Canada’s first comprehensive, fully funded leadership scholarships for studies at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. The programme supports exceptional students who demonstrate outstanding character, leadership potential, community engagement, entrepreneurial spirit, academic excellence, and intellectual curiosity. Each year, the programme awards up to 30 full scholarships and 100 entrance awards to students pursuing eligible second-entry professional undergraduate programmes at McGill University.

About the McCall MacBain Scholarships

The McCall MacBain Scholarships aim to develop future leaders who will create positive change in their communities and professions. Rather than rewarding academic excellence alone, the programme selects candidates who have demonstrated integrity, initiative, leadership, and a commitment to serving others.

Scholars join a comprehensive leadership development programme that includes mentorship, interdisciplinary learning, coaching, workshops, networking opportunities, and community engagement activities throughout their studies. Applicants must apply separately for both the McCall MacBain Scholarship and admission to an eligible McGill University program.

Why Choose The McCall MacBain Scholarships?

The scholarship offers much more than financial support. It prepares future leaders through mentorship, professional development, and experiential learning.

You will benefit from:

  • Full tuition and mandatory fees
  • Monthly living stipend
  • One-time relocation grant
  • Summer funding opportunities
  • Leadership development programme
  • Personal mentorship and coaching
  • Networking with scholars and global leaders
  • Workshops, seminars, and interdisciplinary learning
  • Study at one of Canada’s leading universities

Students pursue careers in:

  • Government
  • Business
  • Healthcare
  • Engineering
  • Law
  • Public Policy
  • Education
  • Research
  • Non-profit Leadership
  • Entrepreneurship

McCall MacBain Scholarships Summary

  • Host Country: Canada
  • Host University: McGill University
  • Scholarship Name: McCall MacBain Scholarships
  • Study Level: Second-Entry Professional Undergraduate Programmes
  • Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
  • Study Mode: Full-Time
  • Eligible Applicants: Canadian and International applicants
  • Number of Full Scholarships: Up to 30
  • Additional Awards: Up to 100 entrance awards
  • Application Mode: Online
  • Applications Open: June 2026
  • Application Deadline: August 19, 2026 (4:00 PM Eastern Time)
  • Selection Basis: Leadership, character, community engagement, entrepreneurial spirit, academic excellence, and intellectual curiosity.

Scholarship Benefits

Recipients of the full scholarship receive:

  • Full tuition and mandatory fees for the normal duration of the eligible programme
  • CAD 2,300 monthly living stipend during academic terms
  • One-time relocation grant for moving to Montréal
  • Access to summer funding opportunities of up to CAD 5,000 for meaningful summer experiences
  • Mentorship from experienced advisors and leaders
  • Leadership development workshops and coaching
  • Participation in an interdisciplinary scholarly community

Applicants who are not selected for the full scholarship may also receive:

  • Finalist Awards: CAD 20,000 for eligible international finalists (or CAD 10,000 for Canadian finalists)
  • Regional Awards: CAD 10,000 for eligible applicants who participate in regional interviews

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet one of the following conditions:

  • Be a current student expected to earn their first bachelor’s degree by August 2027.
  • Have earned their first bachelor’s degree within the last five years (January 2021 or later).
  • Have earned their first bachelor’s degree more than five years ago and are 30 years old or younger on 1 January 2026.

Applicants must also:

  • Meet the admission requirements for an eligible McGill University programme.
  • Apply to a full-time eligible second-entry professional undergraduate programme.
  • Demonstrate:
    • Exceptional character
    • Leadership potential
    • Community engagement
    • Entrepreneurial spirit
    • Academic excellence
    • Intellectual curiosity

Required Documents

Applicants typically submit:

  • Online scholarship application
  • Personal essays and short-answer responses
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) or résumé
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two reference forms
  • Details of extracurricular activities, leadership, and community involvement

Applicants must later submit a separate application for admission to McGill University before the programme deadline.

Application Process & Timeline

  1. Review the eligibility requirements.
  2. Complete the online McCall MacBain Scholarship application.
  3. Arrange for two references to submit their reference forms.
  4. Submit the scholarship application before the appropriate deadline.
  5. If selected, attend regional interviews.
  6. If shortlisted, participate in the final interviews in Montréal.
  7. Apply separately for admission to an eligible McGill University programme by the programme deadline.
  8. Receive the final scholarship decision.

Travel expenses for finalists invited to Montréal are covered by the scholarship programme.