The McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill are full-support, leadership-driven scholarships for master’s and professional degree studies at one of the top universities in Canada. The scholarship provides tuition and fees for the full normal duration of the master’s or professional program; a living stipend of $2,300 per month during academic terms; and a one-time relocation grant for moving to Montreal. Applicants must receive UT Austin's endorsement in order to apply. Further information is available on the McCall MacBain Scholars website.
Conditions of Eligibility
- Be a senior or recent graduate.
- Demonstrate exceptional character; community engagement; leadership potential; entrepreneurial spirit; academic strength and intellectual curiosity.
- There is no citizenship requirement.
- Separately from the scholarship application process, applicants must also successfully apply for admission to McGill University in one of the eligible master’s or professional degree programs.
Application Materials
- A completed application form.
- Several short essays.
- An unofficial copy of your UT Austin transcript.
- One academic reference from someone who knows your academic work; one community reference from someone who knows your community involvement. Recommenders will complete an online form.
Application Deadline
Students should discuss the application process with an ODPS team member in the spring or summer prior to applying; please contact odps@austin.utexas.edu to begin this process. ODPS staff can advise and help you prepare to write your materials, but cannot edit or give specific feedback on essays. Applications are due to UT ODPS by Sept. 14 in order to be eligible for UT Austin endorsement. Applications are due to McCall MacBain by Sept. 23.