MCGILL UNIVERSITY
McGill University Scholarships and Bursaries
partial · bachelors, masters, phd
- Up to ~CAD 8,500 / ~EUR 5,800 (est.)Undergraduate Entrance Scholarship value
- 3 levelsUndergraduate, master's and PhD support
- Merit + needEntrance Scholarships and Entrance Bursaries
- All countriesWho may apply
- RenewableMany awards renew with strong standing
- Sept-AugIn-Course Aid application window each year
At a glance
partial
Funding
€6k
Max amount
Jan 21, 2027
Deadline
Open to all countries
Country
McGill University
Provider
McGill University in Montreal, founded in 1821, offers 3 main forms of support: merit-based Entrance Scholarships, need-based Entrance Bursaries and In-Course Financial Aid for undergraduate, master's and PhD students, administered by its Scholarships & Student Aid Office. Entrance Scholarships are awarded to newly admitted, first-year, first-degree undergraduates on academic merit and can be worth up to CAD 8,500, while Entrance Bursaries are need-based awards aimed at first-year students from low- to modest-income families, including those entering professional programmes such as Medicine and Law. Graduate students already enrolled at McGill can apply to the In-Course Financial Aid Program, which provides loans and bursaries as supplemental support throughout the academic year (September to August), with applications opening each August. International (non-US) applicants who want to be considered for the Entrance Bursary Program must submit a CSS Profile alongside the McGill Minerva aid application. To remain eligible, students must be registered full-time, maintain satisfactory academic standing, and apply for the maximum government student aid for which they qualify. Amounts and deadlines vary by award and by programme, so confirm the exact current figures and dates on McGill's official Scholarships & Student Aid pages before applying.
What's covered
- Entrance Scholarships (undergraduate) — Merit-based awards for newly admitted first-year undergraduates worth up to CAD 8,500 (~EUR 5,800 (est.)), applied toward tuition and study costs.
- Entrance Bursaries (undergraduate) — Need-based awards for first-year students from low- to modest-income families, including entrants to Medicine and Law professional programmes.
- Graduate bursaries — A modest amount of bursary support is available for master's and PhD students, with the value varying by individual financial need (estimated from ~CAD 2,000 / ~EUR 1,300 (est.)).
- In-Course Financial Aid — Loans and bursaries available to enrolled graduate students at any point in the September-to-August academic year as supplemental support.
- Renewable awards — Many McGill awards are renewable provided the student maintains strong academic performance and continues to meet eligibility criteria.
- Student support services — Recipients gain access to leadership workshops, mentorship networks and the Scholarships & Student Aid Office's advising on additional funding.
How to apply
The process depends on the award: Entrance Scholarships are tied to your admission, while bursaries require a separate aid application submitted through McGill Minerva (and a CSS Profile for international applicants).
- Apply for admission — Register for, or be admitted to, a full-time undergraduate, master's or PhD degree programme at McGill University.
- Be considered for Entrance Scholarships — Newly admitted first-year, first-degree undergraduates are assessed for merit-based Entrance Scholarships on the basis of their admission record; no separate application is usually required.
- Submit the bursary application — For need-based Entrance Bursaries, complete the McGill Minerva aid application; international (non-US) applicants must also submit a CSS Profile.
- Apply for In-Course Financial Aid (graduate) — Enrolled graduate students apply for In-Course loans and bursaries through the Scholarships & Student Aid Office at any point in the September-to-August year, with forms opening each August.
- Maintain eligibility — Keep full-time enrolment and satisfactory academic standing, and apply for the maximum government student aid for which you qualify, to retain need-based awards.
Eligibility
EnrolmentMust be registered, or about to register, in a full-time degree programme at McGill University.
LanguageProficiency in English (McGill teaches primarily in English).
CitizenshipOpen to applicants from all countries; international (non-US) bursary applicants must submit a CSS Profile.
Financial need (bursaries)For Entrance Bursaries and In-Course Aid, applicants must demonstrate financial need and apply for the maximum government student aid or Indigenous Band Support Funding for which they qualify.
Academic standingMust maintain satisfactory academic standing throughout the period of the award.
Entrance Scholarships are awarded automatically on merit to newly admitted first-year, first-degree undergraduates; Entrance Bursaries and graduate In-Course Aid require a separate need-based application.
Eligible countries
Open to all countries
Deadlines
Fall 2026 undergraduate entry~21 January 2026 (est.)
Graduate In-Course Aid 2026-27~August 2026 (est.) when applications open
Selection
Entrance Scholarships are awarded on academic merit, assessed holistically from the undergraduate admission record, and the strongest newly admitted students receive awards of up to CAD 8,500. Entrance Bursaries and graduate In-Course Aid are assessed on demonstrated financial need, with priority for first-year students from low- to modest-income families; recipients must apply for available government aid and maintain satisfactory academic standing for renewal.
Verified sources
- Scholarships & Aid - McGill Universitymcgill.caofficial
- McGill Entrance Scholarships & Bursariesmcgill.caofficial
About the provider
McGill University is a public research university in Montreal, Quebec, founded in 1821. It is one of Canada's oldest universities, teaches primarily in English, and supports students through its Scholarships & Student Aid Office, which administers entrance scholarships, bursaries and in-course financial aid across undergraduate and graduate levels.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What scholarships does McGill University offer?
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McGill offers merit-based Entrance Scholarships, need-based Entrance Bursaries, and an In-Course Financial Aid Program (loans and bursaries) for undergraduate, master's and PhD students, administered by its Scholarships & Student Aid Office.
How much is an undergraduate Entrance Scholarship worth?
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Merit-based undergraduate Entrance Scholarships can total up to CAD 8,500 (~EUR 5,800 (est.)); graduate bursary amounts vary by individual financial need.
Who can apply for McGill scholarships?
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Any student admitted to a full-time degree programme at McGill who meets the academic and English-language requirements; need-based awards target first-year undergraduates from low- to modest-income backgrounds.
Are international students eligible?
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Yes, the awards are open to applicants from all countries; international (non-US) applicants who want an Entrance Bursary must submit a CSS Profile along with the McGill Minerva aid application.
Do I need a separate application for the Entrance Scholarship?
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Usually no. Newly admitted first-year, first-degree undergraduates are automatically considered for merit-based Entrance Scholarships on the basis of their admission record.
How do I apply for a need-based bursary?
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Complete the McGill Minerva aid application and demonstrate financial need; international (non-US) applicants must also submit a CSS Profile.
Are the scholarships renewable?
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Many of McGill's awards are renewable, contingent on maintaining strong academic performance and continuing to meet the eligibility criteria.
What support is there for graduate students?
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Master's and PhD students can apply to the In-Course Financial Aid Program for loans and bursaries as supplemental support at any time during the September-to-August academic year.
When does In-Course Financial Aid open?
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In-Course Financial Aid applications become available each August for the upcoming academic year.
What are the eligibility conditions for need-based awards?
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Applicants must demonstrate financial need, be enrolled full-time, maintain satisfactory academic standing, and apply for the maximum government student aid or Indigenous Band Support Funding for which they qualify.
Is there a financial-need requirement for all awards?
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No. Entrance Scholarships are purely merit-based, while Entrance Bursaries and In-Course Aid are need-based and require proof of financial need.
Where can I confirm current amounts and deadlines?
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Confirm the exact award values, programme-specific deadlines and application steps on McGill University's official Scholarships & Student Aid website before applying.