McGill University Scholarship strives to select academically talented young leaders from all countries to access a world-class university education, with comprehensive support systems in place to help them succeed.
McGill is committed to providing competitive financial support to continue attracting top students to our graduate programs. This support, coupled with Montreal’s low cost of living, makes graduate studies at McGill a wise educational choice.
McGill University Scholarship offers full sponsorship with living stipends to graduate students who wants to earn masters in Canada. McGill’s affordable tuition coupled with Montreal’s low cost of living ensures that attending graduate school at McGill is a sound investment in your future.
Type: Masters, PhD
Application Deadline: (Please note that application deadlines vary by program.)
Value & Duration of Award: The Scholarship will provide the following benefits:
- Accommodation
- Monthly Stipends
- Airfare Tickets
Eligible Countries: International Students
Eligibility: All applicants, regardless of country of origin or educational background must meet these minimum academic requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent as recognized by McGill University) in a subject closely related to the one selected for graduate studies.
- Unless otherwise specified, the Master’s program at McGill requires the completion of a four-year undergraduate degree in a related area at a recognized institution. Admission to a doctoral (PhD) program generally requires the completion of a Master’s degree in a related area at a recognized institution.
- Outstanding applicants with an undergraduate (i.e., Bachelor’s) degree who have extensive research experience may be admitted to a doctoral (PhD) program without completing a Master’s degree first. For more information, consult the Admission to PhD1 (Direct Entry) webpage.
- The minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (cGPA) is 3.0 out of a possible 4.0, or a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time studies. In some departments, a higher CGPA may be required for admission. Consult your program requirements for details.
- Your educational credentials will be assessed for equivalency with a McGill University degree. Please consult the Degree Equivalency page for more information.
- Proficiency in English: The primary language of instruction at McGill is English. You may make arrangements to write papers, examinations, or theses in French, except in cases where knowledge of the English language is one of the objectives of the course. Before admission, you may need to demonstrate an adequate level of proficiency in English. For more information, visit the English Language Proficiency page.
How To Apply
Interested candidates should click on “Apply For This Scholarship” below
Required Documents: To apply for the McGill University MasterCard Scholarship, applicants must be ready to submit the following documents:
- University transcripts
- Letters of reference/recommendation
- Program-specific requirements
Source: https://www.mcgill.ca