Up to 30 full scholarships and 100 entrance awards will be offered to the top candidates.
Selection Criteria
McCall MacBain Scholars will have a track record of community engagement, informed by a sense of duty, empathy, intellectual curiosity, grit, and a willingness to take risks. They aim to create meaningful and lasting change, while improving the lives of others.
Scholars will be selected based on:
- Exceptional character
- Community engagement
- Leadership potential
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Academic strength and intellectual curiosity
Eligibility Criteria
- You are a current student in track to earn your first bachelor's degree.
- You earned your first bachelor's degree in the last five years.
- You earned your first bachelors' degree more than five years ago, and are 30 years and younger.
You will also need to meet the minimum degree and language requirements for McGill master's program admission.
For more specific details, please visit the Apply section of the McCall MacBain Foundation website.
Value
The McCall MacBain Scholarship covers:
- Tuition and fees for an eligible master’s or professional program
- A living stipend of $2,300 per month during academic terms
- A comprehensive enrichment program including mentorship, interdisciplinary learning, and access to a global community.
Deadlines
International: August 19, 2026
Canada and United States: September 23, 2026 at 4 p.m.
Timeline
June - September 2026
Apply for McCall MacBain Scholarships
October - December 2026
Apply for McGill Programs
October - November 2026
Regional Interviews (invitation only)
March 2027
Final Interviews (Invitation only)
September 2027
Scholars arrive on campus at McGill
Please note that the McCall MacBain Scholarship offer is conditional upon Summer / Fall admission to an eligible master’s or professional degree program at McGill University. Students must apply separately to McGill for admission. In most cases, they will apply to McGill after applying for the McCall MacBain Scholarships.
* The information on this page is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment from the University of Ottawa.
The selection committee’s decisions are final. The dean (or delegate) of the faculty offering the program will hear appeals only on procedural grounds.