The McCall MacBain Scholarship 2027 supports eligible full-time master’s and professional studies at McGill University in Canada. It covers tuition and fees, provides CAD 2,300 per month during academic terms, and includes a relocation grant, mentorship and leadership training. McCall MacBain Scholars
Applications for the 2027 cohort are closed. International applications closed on 19 August 2026, while the Canada/United States deadline was 23 September 2026.
Last verified: 9 October 2026.
Scholarship Summary
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship provider | McCall MacBain Scholarships |
| University | McGill University |
| Country | Canada |
| Study level | Master’s and second-entry professional undergraduate |
| Degree | Eligible master’s degrees; BCL/JD, DMD and MDCM |
| Funding type | Fully funded |
| Award amount | Tuition and fees, CAD 2,300 monthly during academic terms, relocation grant |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | Normal duration of the eligible program |
| Intake | Summer/Fall 2027 |
| International students | Eligible |
| Status | Closed |
| Official source | McCall MacBain Scholarships |
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
Successful scholars receive:
- Full tuition and fees.
- A monthly living stipend during academic terms.
- A one-time relocation grant for moving to Montreal.
- Mentoring, coaching and leadership development.
- The opportunity to apply for up to CAD 5,000 for meaningful summer initiatives when not pursuing an academic term.
Separate accommodation, insurance and airfare allowances are not specified in the published package. McCall MacBain Scholars
Up to 30 full scholarships are available: 20 for Canadian applicants and 10 for international applicants. Additional finalist and regional awards provide smaller amounts of funding.
Eligibility Requirements
For the 2027 cohort, applicants needed to meet one of these conditions:
- Be on track to complete their first bachelor’s degree by August 2027.
- Have earned their first bachelor’s degree in January 2021 or later.
- Have earned their first bachelor’s degree earlier and have been 30 or younger on 1 January 2026.
Applicants also need to satisfy McGill’s admission requirements. Selection considers character, community engagement, leadership, entrepreneurial initiative and academic curiosity.
Eligible Programs
Programs must be full-time, contain at least 45 credits, and take place primarily at McGill’s downtown or Macdonald campuses.
Eligible options include master’s degrees across arts, science, engineering, business, education, public policy and other fields, plus:
- BCL/JD: Law.
- DMD: Dentistry.
- MDCM: Medicine.
PhDs, graduate certificates, executive master’s programs, part-time programs and joint degrees are excluded. Review the official eligible degree list before selecting a course.
GPA and English Language Requirements
Applicants must meet their chosen McGill program’s GPA requirements; the scholarship does not set a separate universal GPA cutoff.
English test scores are not required with the early scholarship application. Where proof of English proficiency is required, applicants must provide it for McGill admission. Check McGill’s English language requirements and the selected department’s rules.
Required Documents and Application Costs
The scholarship application requires:
- An unofficial academic transcript.
- A translation where the transcript is not in English or French.
- Two online reference forms: one academic and one community reference.
- University endorsement where applicable.
Endorsement requirements depend on the university and graduation year. McGill’s separate program application fee is not covered by the scholarship.
Deadline and Application Process
Both scholarship deadlines were at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time:
| Applicant group | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Students and graduates of universities outside Canada/US, except Canadians abroad | 19 August 2026 |
| Students and graduates of Canadian/US universities, plus Canadians abroad | 23 September 2026 |
Candidates apply separately for the scholarship and McGill admission. Finalists must apply to McGill by December 2026, even if a program’s deadline is later. Earlier program deadlines still apply.
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Application Deadline
The application deadline for McCall MacBain Scholarship 2027 at McGill University, Canada is September 23, 2026.
Scholarship CLOSED: the verified application deadline has passed. Applicants should check the official source for a future application cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the McCall MacBain Scholarship 2027 still open?
No. The official application portal confirms that applications are closed.
Do I need admission before applying for the scholarship?
No. Applicants generally submit the scholarship application first. Receiving the scholarship still requires admission to an eligible McGill program. McCall MacBain Scholars Faq
Does the scholarship cover PhD programs?
No. PhD programs are excluded.
