Apply Now: McGill University Entrance Bursary Program 2025 for International and Domestic Students
Are you a student from a low- to modest-income family looking to study at one of Canada’s top universities? The McGill University Entrance Bursary Program 2025 is now open for applications! This financial aid program is designed to help undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need pursue their academic dreams at McGill University, Montreal.
Application Deadline:
June 30, 2025
About the McGill University Entrance Bursary
The Entrance Bursary Program provides financial assistance to new undergraduate students at McGill University who require extra support to cover tuition and living expenses. It aims to make McGill more accessible by supplementing funding from other sources such as:
- Government student aid
- Indigenous Band Support Funding
- Parental or personal contributions
- Part-time work
Award amounts vary based on each student’s financial situation and the tuition fee associated with their program. A limited number of bursaries are renewable for up to four years, provided students maintain financial need and meet academic standards.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the McGill Entrance Bursary, applicants must:
- Be admitted to a full-time undergraduate degree program at McGill University.
- Demonstrate financial need (including a plan to apply for government or Indigenous financial support).
- Students with disabilities registered through McGill’s Student Accessibility & Achievement office may also qualify while studying part-time.
Eligible Fields of Study
All academic fields and programs at McGill University are eligible.
Who Can Apply?
Students from all countries (Canada, U.S., and international applicants) are welcome to apply.
Award Location
McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Benefits of the McGill Entrance Bursary
- Financial assistance based on individual need and tuition costs
- Automatically eligible for the McGill Work Study Program
- Awards are disbursed in two equal payments at the beginning of the Fall and Winter semesters
- Renewable bursaries available for up to four years (based on continued eligibility)
Student’s Selection Process
Bursary amounts are determined based on:
- Demonstrated financial need relative to other applicants
- Tuition rates by program and residency status (Quebec, other provinces, U.S., or international)
How to Apply for the McGill Entrance Bursary 2025
Once you receive your official acceptance letter from McGill (available on your Applicant Portal), follow these steps:
Step 1: Apply via Minerva
- Go to: Financial Aid/Awards tab > Financial Aid Menu > Apply for a McGill Entrance Bursary
- Complete and submit the bursary application form.
Step 2: Submit a CSS Financial Aid Profile (if applicable)
Required for:
- Canadian citizens or permanent residents living outside Canada
- U.S. students
- Non-U.S. international students
Students with disabilities needing help with the application process can reach out to the Financial Aid Office directly.
Official Webpage & Application Portal
For more information and to begin your application, visit the official bursary page on the McGill University website.
