At McGill University, we believe that financial barriers should never stand in the way of academic excellence. Our prestigious Entrance Bursary Program is designed to empower students from low to modest-income families by providing vital scholarship funding to those who demonstrate genuine financial need.
This remarkable opportunity is open to newly accepted, first-year, first-degree undergraduates, as well as newly accepted, first-year undergraduate direct entrants to our esteemed professional programs in Medicine and Law.McGill University is unwavering in its commitment to support the academic dreams of qualified undergraduate students in need of financial assistance. By offering these bursaries, we aim to make our world-class education more accessible to those who face financial challenges.
By supplementing other funding resources such as government aid, Indigenous Band Support Funding, part-time work, parental support, and additional sources of funding. Ensure that financial constraints do not hinder talented students from achieving their academic goals. Make the University more accessible to a diverse range of students, ensuring a richer, more inclusive educational environment. This bursary is a testament to McGill’s dedication to fostering an environment where all students, regardless of their financial background, can thrive and excel.
To learn how to apply for the scholarship program as an intending applicant, read this page through to the end.
McGILL UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE BURSARY PROGRAM DETAILS:
- Host Country: Canada
- Degree Level: Bachelor’s Level
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Deadline: June 30, 2024
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REQUIREMENTS FOR McGILL UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE BURSARY PROGRAM:
- Full-Time Enrollment:
- Applicants must enroll in a full-time degree program at McGill University. This ensures a commitment to academic excellence and a full university experience.
- Demonstrated Financial Need:
- Applicants must demonstrate a clear financial need. This includes showing an intention to apply for government student aid and/or Indigenous Band Support Funding. McGill aims to support those who truly require financial assistance to pursue their educational goals.
- Eligibility Criteria:
- The program is open to:
- Newly accepted, first-year, first-degree undergraduates.
- Newly accepted, first-year undergraduate direct entrants to professional programs in Medicine and Law (with a prior degree).
- The program is open to:
- Accessibility and Achievement:
- Students registered with the Student Accessibility & Achievement may also be eligible for financial aid while pursuing a reduced course load. McGill is dedicated to ensuring that all students, regardless of their circumstances, have access to the support they need.
McGILL UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE BURSARY PROGRAM DURATION AND REWARD:
- Program Duration
- The McGill University Entrance Bursary Program is designed to provide ongoing financial aid to future undergraduates. This support is intended to cover the duration of your undergraduate studies, ensuring that financial concerns do not disrupt your academic journey.
- Financial Rewards
- The primary goal of the Entrance Bursary Program is to make a McGill education accessible to students facing financial challenges. The program achieves this by supplementing various funding sources, including:
- Government Aid: Enhancing the support provided by federal and provincial student aid programs.
- Indigenous Band Support Funding: Assisting Indigenous students with additional financial resources.
- Part-Time Work: Complementing the income earned through part-time employment.
- Parental Support: Augmenting the financial contributions from family members.
- Other Funding Sources: Bridging gaps left by scholarships, grants, and other forms of financial assistance.
- The primary goal of the Entrance Bursary Program is to make a McGill education accessible to students facing financial challenges. The program achieves this by supplementing various funding sources, including:
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HOW TO APPLY FOR McGILL UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE BURSARY PROGRAM:
- Visit the Scholarship Website
- Click on the button below to access the official scholarship website and gather all necessary information.
- Apply for an Undergraduate Degree
- Begin by applying for an undergraduate degree at McGill University. Ensure that you meet all admission requirements and submit your application.
- Notification of Acceptance
- Once you receive notification of your acceptance to McGill University, either through a formal letter or via the Admissions Status page on Minerva, the bursary application process can begin.
- Complete the Application Process
- There are two crucial steps to complete your application for the Entrance Bursary Program:
- Apply Through Minerva
- Log in to Minerva.
- Navigate to the Financial Aid/Awards tab.
- Select the Financial Aid Menu.
- Click on “Apply for a McGill Entrance Bursary.”
- Choose “Apply to Entrance Bursary Program.”
- Complete and submit your application.
- Apply Through Minerva
- There are two crucial steps to complete your application for the Entrance Bursary Program:
- Submit a CSS Financial Aid Profile: Submit a CSS Financial Aid Profile if you fall into one of the following categories:
- Canadian students (citizens or permanent residents) living outside of Canada.
- U.S. students.
- International (non-U.S.) students.
- Assistance for Students with Disabilities
- If you are a student with a disability and require assistance completing online applications, please do not hesitate to Contact McGill University. We are here to help ensure that every student has the opportunity to apply for financial aid without barriers.
