Exciting opportunity for international students! Applications are now open for the McGill University Scholarships 2026–2027 in Canada. These scholarships support undergraduate, master’s, and Ph.D. students and aim to make world-class education more accessible to students facing financial challenges.
In this guide, you’ll find all the key information about McGill’s scholarship programs, including available benefits, eligibility criteria, and how to apply.
Located in Montreal, Canada, McGill University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world, known for its excellence in research, teaching, and academic support. Through a variety of scholarship and bursary programs, McGill is committed to helping students pursue their education regardless of their financial background.
Study at a globally recognized top-ranking university
Access to financial aid and support services
Learn in a diverse, inclusive, and multilingual academic environment
Opportunity to live in Canada, one of the world’s most student-friendly countries
Level of Study: Undergraduate, Master’s, Ph.D.
Institution: McGill University
Location: Canada
Deadline: Follows program-specific admission deadlines
Program Type: Full-time degree programs
Scholarship Type: Merit-based & Need-based financial aid
Available to newly admitted first-year undergraduate students
Highly competitive, based on academic achievement
Designed for undergraduate students from low to modest-income families
Open to newly accepted, first-degree students, including those in Law and Medicine
Provides modest loans and/or bursaries to graduate students in financial need
Applications accepted throughout the academic year
Up to $8,500 CAD for undergraduate students (Entrance Scholarships & Bursaries)
Modest financial aid support (bursaries or loans) available for Master’s and Ph.D. students
Supplemental support may include:
Government student aid
Indigenous Band Support Funding
Part-time employment and other financial sources
Note: McGill’s financial assistance aims to supplement—not replace—existing financial support mechanisms.
To be considered for McGill University Scholarships, applicants must:
Be proficient in English
Be from any country (international students are welcome)
Be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time degree program at McGill
Demonstrate financial need, including intention to apply for government aid or Indigenous support
Maintain satisfactory academic standing
For bursary applicants: must apply for and accept the maximum available government student aid for which they are eligible
Follow these steps to apply for financial aid at McGill University:
Submit your application for an eligible undergraduate, master’s, or Ph.D. program at McGill
Undergraduate students:
Apply via the McGill Minerva Aid portal
International students (non-U.S.): Must also submit a CSS Profile
Graduate students (Master’s/Ph.D.):
Apply for In-Course Financial Aid through the Student Aid Office
Applications are available every August for the current academic year (September to August)
Applications for in-course aid can be submitted any time during the academic year as financial needs arise.
Whether you’re beginning your academic journey or continuing at the graduate level, the McGill University Scholarships 2026 provide a valuable opportunity to access world-class education in Canada with financial support. From merit-based entrance awards to need-based bursaries, McGill ensures that financial constraints don’t hold back talented students.
Don’t miss this chance to pursue your dreams at one of Canada’s top universities—apply today!