Looking to pursue a fully funded master’s or professional degree at a top-tier university? The McCall MacBain Scholarship could be your gateway! Here’s what you need to know:
Why it stands out:
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Covers full tuition and fees
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Monthly stipend of CAD 2,300 during academic terms
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One-time relocation grant & summer funding support
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Leadership development program, mentorship, and interdisciplinary community
Who is eligible?*
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Current students set to earn their bachelor’s by August 2026, or those who graduated within the past 5 years (or older but ≤ 30 in 2025)
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Must be admitted to a full-time eligible McGill program (Master’s or 2nd-entry professional)
Important deadlines:
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🌍 International applicants: August 20, 2025, 4 PM ET
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🇨🇦/🇺🇸 Canada & U.S. applicants: September 24, 2025, 4 PM ET (mccallmacbainscholars.org, mccallmacbainscholars.org, students.ubc.ca, opportunitiesforyouth.org)
Selection focuses on:
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Exceptional character, leadership, community engagement
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Entrepreneurial mindset, academic excellence, and intellectual curiosity (mccallmacbainscholars.org, opportunitiesforyouth.org)
What you’ll submit:
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Online form with essays, CV, transcripts
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Two references (one academic, one community/professional)
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List of up to five McGill programs (scholarships.berkeley.edu, opportunitiesforyouth.org)
Next steps:
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Apply online via the McCall MacBain portal (opens June 2025) (mccallmacbainscholars.org)
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Regional interviews in 2025; finalists invited to Montréal in early 2026
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Scholarships begin with new intake in Fall 2026
This is more than funding—it’s a transformational experience for future leaders. 🌟
đź”— Visit the McCall MacBain Scholars website to learn more and apply!
*Note: Once selected, you’ll also need to apply separately to your chosen McGill program.