The McGill University Entrance Bursary Program 2026 is designed to provide financial support to students from low to modest-income backgrounds who demonstrate genuine financial need.
This undergraduate scholarship opportunity is open to newly admitted students, including those entering professional programs such as Medicine and Law.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: McGill University
- Host Country: Canada
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship
- Deadline: June 30, 2026
Scholarship Details
McGill University is dedicated to ensuring that talented students are not limited by financial constraints. Through the Entrance Bursary Program, the university offers financial assistance to eligible undergraduate students who require support to pursue their academic goals.
This bursary is specifically targeted at students from low to modest-income families and is intended to complement other funding sources such as government student aid, Indigenous Band Support Funding, parental contributions, and part-time work. The initiative aims to make higher education more accessible by reducing financial barriers and supporting students throughout their academic journey.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the McGill University Entrance Bursary Program, applicants must:
- Be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate degree program at McGill University
- Demonstrate financial need and willingness to apply for additional funding sources (e.g., government aid)
- Fall into one of the following categories:
- Newly accepted, first-year, first-degree undergraduate students
- Newly accepted, first-year undergraduate direct entrants to professional programs in Medicine or Law (with a prior degree)
- Students registered with Student Accessibility & Achievement may also qualify while studying with a reduced course load
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the McGill University Entrance Bursary Program will receive:
- Financial support to cover educational expenses
- Assistance that complements other funding sources
- Increased access to quality education regardless of financial background
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants should be ready to provide:
- Proof of admission to McGill University
- Financial information demonstrating need
- Supporting documents required through the application portal
- CSS Financial Aid Profile (for applicable international and U.S. students)
How to Apply
To apply for the McGill University Entrance Bursary Program 2026:
- Visit the official McGill University scholarship webpage
- Apply for an undergraduate program at McGill University
- Upon receiving admission, access the application through the Minerva portal
- Complete the following steps:
- Log in to Minerva and navigate to: Financial Aid/Awards tab > Financial Aid Menu
- Select “Apply for a McGill Entrance Bursary” and complete the application
- Submit a CSS Financial Aid Profile if you are:
- A Canadian student living outside Canada
- A U.S. student
- An international (non-U.S.) student
- Submit your application before the deadline and await feedback
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