The McCall MacBain Scholarships bring together exceptional students who strive to engage in positive change by taking on meaningful leadership roles. McCall MacBain Scholars connect with mentors and participate in an interdisciplinary leadership program while pursuing a fully funded master’s or professional degree at McGill University in Montréal, Quebec, Canada.
McGill offers diverse master’s programs, including agriculture, arts, education, engineering, management, music, and science.Â
Eligibility
There are no citizenship restrictions and no age limits.
Selection Criteria
Applicants must meet all master’s or professional admission requirements, and also demonstrate the following qualities:
- Exceptional characterÂ
- Community engagementÂ
- Leadership potentialÂ
- Entrepreneurial spirit (taking initiative, finding creative solutions)
- Academic strength & intellectual curiosityÂ
See more detail about these criteria.
Benefits
The scholarship covers tuition and fees for the full normal duration of the master’s or professional program, a living stipend of $2,000 CAD per month during academic terms, and a relocation grant for moving to Montréal.
Endorsement Required
Enrolled undergraduates and alumni within two years of graduation are required to seek UNL endorsement (nomination).
If you plan to apply, please email Ms. Courtney Santos, Director of National & International Fellowships (courtney.santos@unl.edu). After contacting NIF, eligible applicants will receive access to a Canvas course with resources for preparing an effective application. Those who meet our internal draft deadlines also receive personalized, detailed feedback on their application drafts.
Prospective McCall MacBain applicants are encouraged to make an appointment to meet with NIF advisors to discuss application strategy during the process of preparing the application.