McCall MacBain Scholarships 2026
About this scholarship
The McCall MacBain Scholarships fund full-time master’s and certain second-entry professional studies at McGill University, with tuition, living support, relocation assistance, and leadership development.
The McCall MacBain Scholarships are a flagship leadership scholarship programme linked to McGill University in Canada. The programme is designed for students who show strong character, leadership potential, community engagement, and a commitment to creating positive impact. It supports study primarily at McGill’s downtown or Macdonald campuses in Montreal.
Based on the referenced opportunity posting, the scholarship supports full-time master’s degrees and certain second-entry professional undergraduate programmes at McGill. Eligible programmes typically need to meet the university and scholarship conditions, including minimum credit and campus-based study requirements. The scholarship is especially suited to applicants who want both academic funding and a broader leadership experience.
The award is fully funded for the normal duration of the eligible programme. Support includes full tuition and mandatory fees, a monthly living stipend, a one-time relocation grant for moving to Montreal, and access to advanced French language courses through McGill. The referenced posting also notes additional summer support for scholars pursuing meaningful summer initiatives outside an academic term.
Applicants are generally expected to apply first through the McCall MacBain Scholarships process and also seek admission to an eligible programme at McGill University. Selection places strong emphasis not only on academic readiness, but also on leadership, integrity, humility, and commitment to service. Because exact timelines and eligible programmes can vary by cycle, applicants should always verify the current round’s rules, programme list, and application steps on the official scholarship website and McGill admissions pages.
- Host institution: McGill University
- Host country: Canada
- Main level funded: Master’s
- Also covers some second-entry professional undergraduate programmes
- Includes funding plus leadership-focused programming
Eligibility
Who can apply for this scholarship
Applicants should be planning to apply for a full-time master's or eligible second-entry professional undergraduate program at McGill University. Referenced criteria indicate the program should be at least 45 credits and take place primarily on McGill's downtown or Macdonald campuses. The scholarship seeks future leaders with demonstrated leadership potential, integrity, humility, and commitment to positive impact.
Requirements
Documents typically needed to apply
