Looking to study in Canada and in need of a scholarship?

McGill University in Canada provides 130 scholarships for both national and international students to pursue their studies in Montreal, the #1 city for students in Canada. One of the available scholarships is the McCall MacBain scholarship, which fully funds a master’s or second-entry professional undergraduate program for international students, Canadian students, and U.S. citizens.

This includes up to 30 full scholarships and 100 finalists and regional Awards. Suppose you are starting a full-time master’s or second-entry professional undergraduate program at McGill University in the Summer/Fall of 2026. In that case, you can apply for the McCall MacBain Scholarship in 2026.

All expenses will be covered, making it an excellent opportunity to kickstart your education in Canada with a full scholarship. You will not only have the chance to pursue your master’s degree or professional studies, but also will be allowed to develop your leadership skills, connect with mentors and advisors, and build your community of like-minded people.

Important Details:

• Provided by: McCall MacBain Foundation
• Host university: McGill University
• Location: Canada
• Admission Deadlines:  
  • For international students: August 20, 2025
  • For Canadian students: September 24, 2025
• Degree Level: Master’s, Undergraduate
• Scholarship Number: 130 total scholarships
• Gender: Male/Female
• Type: Scholarship
• Eligible Nations: International

Eligible Degree Programs:

Master’s Degrees:

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

Second-Entry Professional Undergraduate Degree:

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

What is the Second-Entry Professional Undergraduate Degree?

A second entrance degree is an academic degree that requires at least 1-2 years of university studies and, in some instances, 3 years for research-oriented programs. It is usually used to refer to Canadian and American shows. As a prerequisite for entrance, these programs require 3-4 years of degree-seeking work or a first professional degree or first-entry degree.

Scholarship Benefits 

McBain Scholarships:

• Tuition costs Coverage.
• A monthly stipend of $2,000 for living expenses during term time.
• A one-time relocation allowance is available for relocating to Montréal. For instance, a plane ticket for foreign candidates.
• Beginner to advanced French language courses offered through McGill

Scholarship Awards Summary:

Up to 30 McCall MacBain Scholarships and 100+ finalist and regional awards are available for standout applicants.

For Canadian Applicants (citizens, permanent residents, refugees):

• 20 McCall MacBain Scholarships (at McGill)
• 30 Finalist Awards – $10,000 (at McGill)
• 30 Regional Awards – $5,000 (any Canadian public university)

For International Applicants (all other nationalities):

• 10 McCall MacBain Scholarships (at McGill)
• 25 Finalist Awards – $20,000 (at McGill)
• 15 Regional Awards – $10,000 (any Canadian public university)

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must have the following:

• If you are a student and can complete your undergraduate degree by August 2026, you are eligible to apply.
• You graduated with your first bachelor’s degree within the last five years (no earlier than January 220).
• Be 30 years old or younger as of January 1, 2025, and have received your first bachelor’s degree more than five years prior.

Eligibility Criteria for Admission:

For admission, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Open to all qualified candidates aiming to join McGill’s 10,000+ graduate students.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required (or equivalent recognized by McGill).
• Master’s programs generally require a 4-year undergraduate degree in a relevant area.
• PhD programs typically require a Master’s degree, but direct entry from undergrad is possible for exceptional applicants with substantial research experience.

• Minimum GPA:

  • cGPA of 3.0/4.0, or
  • GPA of 3.2/4.0 in the last two years of full-time study (higher in some programs).
• Degree equivalency: Your credentials will be assessed against McGill standards.
• Language requirement: English proficiency is required as follows:
  • IBT (Internet-Based Test): 86 overall, no less than 20 in each of the four component scores. The McGill Institution Code is 0935
  • IELTS Academic:  6.5 or greater
  • Pearson Test: Overall 65 or better; individual component scores of 60 or better
• Some work may be done in French, except where English is essential to the course.

How to Apply?

Interested and eligible applicants can apply for the McCall MacBain Scholarship online using the link below.

Apply Now

For more details, please refer to the McCall MacBain Scholarship’s website.

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