McCall MacBain Scholarships Eligibility Criteria 2026
Residency/Domicile Requirements
Must be a permanent resident of All India.
FAQs for McCall MacBain Scholarships
Q.Do I need to be admitted to a McGill program before applying for the McCall MacBain Scholarship?
No, you should apply for the McCall MacBain Scholarship first. If you are selected as a finalist, you will then be required to submit a separate application for admission to your chosen McGill graduate program by December 2026, even if the program's general deadline is later.
Q.Is there an age limit for applicants?
Generally, current students and recent graduates of any age are welcome to apply. However, if you earned your first bachelor's degree more than five years ago, you must have been 30 years or younger on January 1st, 2026, to be eligible for the 2027 cohort.
Q.What are the key qualities the scholarship committee looks for?
The scholarship seeks candidates who demonstrate exceptional character, a strong record of community engagement, clear leadership potential, an entrepreneurial spirit, and robust academic strength coupled with intellectual curiosity.
Q.Is a university endorsement required to apply?
It depends on your graduation date and citizenship. For the 2027 cohort, Canadian applicants who are current students or graduated in 2024, 2025, or 2026 need a university endorsement. Canadian applicants who graduated in 2023 or earlier apply directly. All international applicants who are current students or recent graduates must seek university endorsement.