McCall MacBain Scholarship for International Students 2024-25, Canada

The McCall McBain Scholars program is a prestigious academic initiative that empowers exceptional students to drive positive change in the world. Founded by the McCall MacBain Foundation, the program selects talented individuals from around the globe who demonstrate exceptional intellect, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a difference. Scholars receive full financial support for their studies at McGill University in Canada, where they engage in interdisciplinary learning and immersive experiences.

They benefit from mentorship, networking opportunities, and a comprehensive enrichment program. The McCall McBain Scholars are poised to become influential leaders with the skills and knowledge to tackle complex global challenges.

Provided By	McGill University
Country	Canada
Funding	Fully Funded
Deadline	21st August 2024

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible to apply for our 2025 cohort, you will need to meet ONE of the following criteria:

• You are a current student on track to earn your first bachelor’s degree by August 2025
• You earned your first bachelor’s degree in the last five years (January 2019 or later)
• You earned your first bachelor’s degree more than five years ago, and are 30 years or younger in 2024

You will also need to meet the minimum degree and language requirements for McGill master’s program admission.

Eligible Degrees

You can apply for the McCall MacBain Scholarship in 2024 if you are planning to apply for Summer / Fall 2025 admission to a full-time master’s or second-entry professional undergraduate program at McGill University. The program must consist of 45 credits or more and take place primarily on McGill’s downtown or Macdonald campuses.

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

• Second-Entry Professional Undergraduate Degrees –
  • BCL/JD (Law)
  • DMD (Dentistry)
  • MDCM (Medicine)

Benefits

The McCall MacBain Scholarship covers –

• tuition and fees at McGill 
• living stipend of CAD 2000 or INR 1.3 Lakhs per month during academic terms
• one-time relocation grant
• options for summer funding

Scholars also participate in a leadership development program, connect with mentors and advisors, and attend a breadth of workshops and talks.

How to apply?

• You must apply online through the official portal.
• You must then apply for the McCall McBain Scholars program.
• After you apply for the McCall MacBain Scholarship, you will need to apply to your intended McGill programs. You will need to apply to McGill by the program’s deadline, or by December at the latest if you are selected for McCall MacBain Scholarship final interviews.
• Official link – https://mccallmacbainscholars.org/program/ 

Conclusion

In conclusion, the McCall McBain Scholars program is an extraordinary opportunity for exceptional individuals to cultivate their intellectual prowess, leadership abilities, and commitment to social impact. Through full financial support, interdisciplinary education, and a robust enrichment program, the program equips scholars with the necessary tools to become influential leaders and change-makers.

By selecting students from diverse backgrounds who embody the values of innovation, collaboration, and service, the program fosters a vibrant community of like-minded individuals dedicated to addressing global challenges. The McCall McBain Scholars emerge as a powerful force, ready to shape a better future through their knowledge, passion, and unwavering dedication to making a positive difference.

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