Established in 2011 by Geoffrey Alcock, Linda Alcock and Family and Friends, in honour of Vernon Alcock, B.Sc. 1967, for outstanding undergraduate students who are entering the Faculty of Science from the western provinces, with a preference to students from Saskatchewan. If in any given year, there are no candidates meeting all conditions for eligibility, the Scholarships and Student Aid Office may consider students from any of the western provinces, always with a preference to students from Saskatchewan, wishing to enter any faculty.
Value: varies.
Established in 1982 by generous contributions to the Alma Mater Fund from many graduates who designated their gifts to the area of scholarships and student aid. Awarded to students with outstanding merit proceeding to degrees in any faculty. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Established in 2001 by Gerald Hatch, B.Eng. 1944, and Sheila Baillie, B.Arch. 1946, in celebration of the 55th anniversary of the latter's graduation from the School of Architecture. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to outstanding students entering the B.Sc.(Arch.) program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of qualities of leadership in community and/or school activities.
Value: minimum $5,000 each; renewable.
Established in 1927 by the late Sir Edward Beatty, former Chancellor of the University. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to students entering the Faculty of Arts or Science.
Value: varies.
Established in 2000 by the Max Bell Foundation of Calgary in memory of George Maxwell (Max) Bell (1912-1972), B.Com. 1932, Governor of McGill University from 1962-1971, businessman, oilman, newspaper publisher, sportsman and philanthropist. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded with a preference to students from Western Canada.
Value: minimum $5,000; renewable.
Established in 2008 by alumni and friends. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office for students from Western Canada.
Value: varies.
Established in 2003 by the Birks Family Foundation and gifts donated in memory of Barrie Birks, B.A. 1970, a distinguished business leader, former Governor of the University and Chairman of the Alma Mater Fund. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to an outstanding student entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Arts. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of qualities of leadership in community and school activities.
Value: minimum $3,000; renewable.
Established in 1986 by Henry Birks & Sons Limited. Awarded to a student entering the first year of the undergraduate program in Materials Engineering. The award is made solely on the basis of merit among entrants with outstanding academic achievement in their pre-university programs. Tenable for one year only and awarded to a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident with at least one year's residence in Canada. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office on the recommendation of the Department of Mining and Materials Engineering.
Value: $2,000.
Established in 2001 by Frank G. Bogert, B.Eng. 1942, and Helen Bogert for outstanding students entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each; renewable.
Established in 1992 by a generous bequest from Hugh M. Brock, B.Sc.(Eng.) 1928, for students entering any undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Any unspent funds may be awarded as bursaries. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Established in 2006 through a bequest of Elizabeth Cave-Browne-Cave. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to outstanding undergraduate students entering any undergraduate degree program.
Estimated value: $3,000 each; renewable.
Open to children or wards of employees and retired employees of Consumers Packaging Inc. entering full-time degree programs at McGill University. Students who are admitted to the University may apply for $1,900 awards which are renewable provided satisfactory standing is maintained. Students who are admitted with an average of 80% or better may apply for $2,600 scholarships which are renewable provided that a sessional grade point average of at least 3.00 is maintained. In addition to the awards, recipients will be given travel allowances each year in the amount of $1,200 for those from British Columbia, $900 for those from the Atlantic provinces and $600 for those from Ontario. Applications must be submitted by June 1st. Further information and application forms may be obtained from the Canadian Awards Division, Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, 350 Albert Street, Suite 600, Ottawa, ON, K1R 1B1.
Value: $1,900 or $2,600 each.
Established in 2001 by Lindsay Cook, B.A. 1975, for an outstanding student entering any full-time undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: $3,000 each; renewable.
Established in 2002 by Mary P. Culver, B.Sc. 1947, for an outstanding student entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Science. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: $3,000.
Established in 2008 by Mrs. Rosalind Dalfen Bloom, B.Com. 1960, Dr. David Bloom, and Mr. Arthur Dalfen, B.Com. 1960, in honour of their parents, Mary and Max Dalfen. Awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office to an outstanding undergraduate student entering the Desautels Faculty of Management.
Estimated value: $10,000; renewable.
Established in 2011 by Marcel A. Desautels, C.M., LL.D. 2007, for an outstanding undergraduate student entering the B.Com. program in the Desautels Faculty of Management. Awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office to a Canadian student based on academic merit. Unspent income may be used to support bursaries for B.Com. students in the name of Marcel A. Desautels.
Established in 2001 by the Uplands Charitable Foundation in honour of D'Arcy M. Doherty, B.Com. 1931, for outstanding students entering any full-time undergraduate degree. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may be taken of qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Estimated value: $3,000 each; renewable.
Established in 1947 and open to employees, and their children, of Dominion Bridge Corporation and its wholly owned subsidiary companies. Awarded on the basis of high academic standing. Candidates should provide proof of eligibility to the Scholarships Office. If in a given year there are no applicants meeting all of the conditions for eligibility, the Scholarships and Student Aid Office may consider other undergraduate students for these scholarships.
Value: varies.
Established in 2009 through the generous bequest of the late Vladimir J. Elgart. Awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office to outstanding students entering any full-time undergraduate degree program.
Value: varies.
Founded in 1913 by friends and former pupils of the late Miss Grace Fairley, to signal her long and faithful service to education as head of the Trafalgar Institute. Tenable for one year only and awarded to a former graduate of Trafalgar School who obtains high marks for admission to any full-time undergraduate degree course.
Value: $1,500.
Established in 1914 by Mr. and Mrs. H.V. Truell, of Sweet Acre, Knowlton, Quebec. Open to students entering any full-time undergraduate degree program with preference given to candidates from the Eastern Townships. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office. Any unspent funds may be awarded as bursaries after entrance scholarships have been granted.
Value: varies.
Established in 1999 by the Friends of McGill University, Inc. in the U.S. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to outstanding students entering any undergraduate degree program. Preference is given to U.S. citizens. Renewable provided the holder maintains satisfactory academic standing. Any unspent funds may be used as bursaries for U.S. students.
Value: varies.
Established in 1992 by the Friends of McGill University, Inc. to honour the late D. Lorne Gales, B.A. 1932, B.C.L. 1935, LL.D. 1979, for his long service to the Friends of McGill. Available for students entering any undergraduate degree program, with a preference to U.S. citizens. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established in 2010 by Erin Giffen and Matt Giffen, B.Com. 1991, for outstanding students entering the B.Com. program in the Desautels Faculty of Management. Awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office on the basis of academic merit and leadership in extracurricular and community activities.
Value: minimum $5,000; renewable.
Established with contributions from University staff, family and friends who wished to honour and recognize the service of Conrad F. Harrington, B.A. 1933, B.C.L. 1936, LL.D. (Hon.) 1984, as Chancellor of the University from 1976 to 1983, and with gifts from Mr. and Mrs. Harrington themselves. Available to students with outstanding academic merit entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Agriculture, Engineering, Law, Management or Medicine. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established in 1991 by the Friends of McGill University, Inc. in memory of the late Thornley W. Hart, B.Com. 1937, past president of the Friends of McGill, and in recognition of his desire for greater understanding between Canada and the United States. Available for students entering any undergraduate degree program, with a preference to U.S. citizens. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established in 2000 through an anonymous commitment and a generous gift from the late Richard Herzer, M.Sc. 1935, to students entering the Department of Chemical Engineering. Administered, on the basis of academic achievement, by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office. Unspent income may be spent as bursaries for students enrolled in the Department of Chemical Engineering.
Value: varies.
Established in 2008 by Brett Hickey, B.Com. 2002. Awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office, on the basis of academic excellence, to students entering the Desautels Faculty ofManagement from the provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba.
Value: $3,000.
Established in 1961 to assist young men of the Protestant faith and of good character from the Maritime Provinces or the Province of Ontario to obtain a college education.
Value: varies.
Founded in 1919 by Arthur J. Hodgson, Esq., in memory of his son, Sidney James Hodgson, a student of the First Year in Arts, who was killed in action on September 17, 1918, while serving in the 66th Battery of the Canadian Field Artillery. Originally restricted to former graduates of Westmount High School. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office with preference given to students living in Westmount. Any unspent funds may be awarded as bursaries after entrance scholarships have been granted.
Value: varies.
Endowed in 1997 with a generous gift from Charles C.P. Hui, B.Sc. 1968. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to students entering full-time undergraduate programs in the Faculty of Science, with preference to students from Hong Kong.
Value: varies.
Established in 2007 by Hydro-Québec. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to outstanding students entering any undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Engineering who are residents of Quebec.
Value: $5,000 each; renewable twice.
Established in 2007 by Hydro-Québec. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to outstanding
students entering any undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Science who are residents of Quebec.
Value: $5,000 each; renewable twice.
Established in 1999 through a generous gift by the late Grace (Read) Irving, B.A. 1937, to recognize academic achievement. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to distinguished students entering the Faculty of Arts. Renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $3,000 each.
Established in 2003 by Alexandra Irwin Cowie, B.Sc. 1950, as a legacy of her parents, Alexander N. Irwin and Charlotte Brennan Irwin, and other members of her family. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to an outstanding student entering any full-time undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of qualities of leadership in community and school activities.
Value: minimum $10,000; renewable.
Established in 1987 by Dr. Nathan Keyfitz, B.Sc. 1934, LL.D. (Hon.) 1984, and Mrs. Beatrice Keyfitz. Available to students with outstanding merit entering any full-time undergraduate degree program with preference to the Faculty of Arts or of Science. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established in 2001 in memory of Isaac Walton Killam of Nova Scotia by his Massachusetts sisters through their testamentary trusts for students entering undergraduate degree programs. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to students who are domiciled in or are citizens of the United States.
Value: minimum $3,000 each; renewable.
Established in 2004 by Henrietta Kostman, B.A. 1939, to support students coming from Harry and Henrietta's home provinces. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to an outstanding student entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Arts. While academic standing is of primary importance, a student's financial need may be taken into account. Preference will be given to Canadian students from Nova Scotia and British Columbia. Renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Estimated value: $5,000; renewable.
Established in 2005 by Henrietta Kostman, B.A. 1939, to support students entering McGill from Mr. and Mrs. Kostman's home provinces. Available for an outstanding student entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Arts. While academic standing is of primary importance, a student's financial need may be taken into account. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office. Preference will be given to Canadian students from Nova Scotia or British Columbia.
Estimated value: $5,000; renewable.
Established in 2000 by Arthur C.F. Lau, C.M., FRAIC, B.Arch. 1962, and Crystal S.C. Lau, B.Sc. 1962, M.Sc. 1964, in honour of Crystal's Mother Dr. Soo Kim Lan, for an outstanding student entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Science. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable. Preference shall be given to international students.
Value: $3,000.
Established in 2003 by David Tat-Chi Lin, M.D.,C.M. 1983, for an outstanding undergraduate student entering a full-time degree program in the Faculty of Science. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office. Preference shall be given to students who are not residents of Quebec.
Value: minimum $3,000; renewable.
Established in 1881 by the late Sir William Macdonald. Available to students with outstanding merit entering any full-time undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Established in 1998 by John H. Mahon, B.Sc. 1948, M.Sc. 1949, Ph.D. 1953, for students entering the Faculty of Science. Available to outstanding students on the basis of academic standing and community or school leadership and/or financial need. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Founded by his family in memory of James Davidson McCall, B.Eng., who was accidentally killed in September 1953, the year of his graduation. Awarded to students proceeding to degrees in any faculty with a preference to students entering Engineering. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established in 1994 by John H. McCall MacBain, B.A. 1980. John MacBain was President of the McGill Students' Society and a Rhodes Scholar. Renewable entrance awards are offered annually to outstanding students entering a program in the Faculty of Arts on the basis of academic standing, community leadership and extracurricular activities. Open to all students although an attempt will be made to balance the awards equally between Canadian and international students. Awards are made by a selection committee of the Committee on Enrolment and Student Affairs.
Estimated value: $10,000 each.
Restricted to students from Nova Scotia entering undergraduate degree programs. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Made possible through the generous donation of the late Mr. J.W. McConnell. Available to students entering any undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office. Candidates must be Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents.
Value: varies.
Established in 2000 by the J.W. McConnell Foundation for outstanding students entering a full-time undergraduate degree in the McGill School of Environment. While academic standing is of primary importance, account will also be taken of qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: $5,000 each; renewable.
Available to students entering any undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Established in 1991 in memory of Gwen F. Buchanan, B.A. 1929, past President, Emeritus member and Honorary President of the McGill Alumnae Society. Awarded to a distinguished student entering any faculty with preference to women. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: $3,000 each.
Established in 1979 in memory of the late Mabel King and made possible by a generous bequest from her estate to the McGill Alumnae Society. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to a distinguished student entering any faculty with preference to women. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: $3,000 each.
Established in 2007 by Julia Santry, B.Sc. 1947, former director of the Friends of McGill, Inc. and distinguished volunteer for the University. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to an outstanding student entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Science.
Estimated value: $3,000; renewable.
Established in 1978 by the Trustees of the McGill C.O.T.C. Volunteers' Memorial Trust Fund. Available to students with outstanding merit entering any full-time undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Originally established in 2002 by the McGill University Trust. Awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office to a full-time undergraduate student entering any faculty. Students must be entering McGill for the first time, have demonstrated academic achievement, and be British national residents in the UK.
Value: varies.
Established in 2006 in memory of Marjorie McLaggan, B.A. 1929 (Dal.), M.A. 1931 (McG.) and Isobel McLaggan Oswald, B.A. 1937, M.A.-Hon. 1981 (McG.). Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to an outstanding undergraduate student entering any undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, consideration will be given to leadership in extracurricular and community activities.
Estimated value: $10,000 each; renewable.
Established in 1992 by the Friends of McGill University, Inc. to honour Elizabeth B. McNab, B.A. 1941, for her long service to the Friends of McGill. Available for students entering any undergraduate degree program, with a preference to U.S. citizens. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established in 1995 by the Trustees of the T.R. Meighen Foundation of New Brunswick and McGill graduates for students from Atlantic Canada entering any undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established by the department from funds given by industry and private donations. To be awarded on merit to students entering or continuing in the Department of Mining and Materials Engineering. Awarded by the Faculty of Engineering Scholarships Committee on the recommendation of the Department of Mining and Materials Engineering. The value of the awards varies depending on academic standing and other awards held.
Value: up to $3,000 each.
Established in 1995 by the Pall Corporation in honour of David B. Pall, B.Sc. 1936, Ph.D. 1939, D.Sc. 1987, and A. Bram Appel, B.Com. 1935, whose lifelong friendship, begun at McGill, resulted in the creation and success of the Pall Corporation. Available to students with outstanding merit entering an undergraduate degree program, with preference to the Desautels Faculty of Management or the Faculty of Science. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established in 1964 by a bequest from Edgar R. Parkins for students entering any undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Established in 1994 to provide at least two scholarships to students entering any undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and/or school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established in 2009 in honour of Richard Pound, B.Com. 1962, B.C.L. 1967, O.C., O.Q., Q.C., LL.D. and his outstanding and distinguished service to McGill. Richard Pound, a prominent tax attorney, was Chancellor of McGill from 1999 to 2009, and has been a member of the Board of Governors since 1986, serving as its chair from 1994 to 1999. In addition to Mr. Pound's roles within McGill, he is widely recognized for his role as vice-president of the International Olympic Committee and as an Olympian. The Scholarship is awarded to one or more outstanding students entering an undergraduate course of study at McGill University who have shown promise of future success and responsible citizenship. While academic standing is of primary importance, account will also be taken of strong athletic ability, qualities of leadership and participation in community affairs and student government. The scholarships are open to all and are tenable for a maximum of 4 years provided the holder continues to meet the criteria.
Value: up to $10,000 each; renewable.
Established in 1976 by the family of the late R.E. Powell, Chancellor of McGill University from 1957 to 1964. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Endowed in 1995 by Mrs. Vivienne Poy, B.A. 1962, for students entering undergraduate degree programs in the Faculty of Arts. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established in 2001 by a generous bequest from Edward J. Pratt in memory of Margaret Brower MacMillan Pratt, B.A. 1910. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to outstanding students entering an English Literature or History program in the Faculty of Arts.
Value: varies.
Established in 1974 by bequests from Mrs. Hazel Jerrine Ralston and Miss Hazel Vivian Ralston in memory of their sons and brothers respectively, Pilot Herbert James Ralston and Lt. William Edward Ralston who were killed in the Second World War and who were both graduates of Westmount High School. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office to students entering any undergraduate degree program. Preference given to students from Westmount High School. Any unspent funds may be awarded as bursaries after entrance scholarships have been granted.
Value: varies.
Established in 2012 by Gerald Rimer, B.Com. 1956, in memory of his wife, Judie Rimer, B.A. 1962. Awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office to outstanding students entering any undergraduate degree program.
Value: varies.
Established in 1990 by friends and family as a memorial tribute to Frank V. Schapira, B.Com. 1961, recipient of the Lieutenant Governor's Gold Medal in Accounting at McGill University. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to students entering the Desautels Faculty of Management and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established in 2011 by the Slovak Catholic Church of Ascension Eastern Rite (Byzantine) in Montreal, in memory of Monsignor Andrew Sinal for his outstanding and exemplary service to the church, for outstanding undergraduate students entering any faculty. Awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office on the basis of academic merit. Any unspent funds may be awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office as bursaries for students in any of the faculties.
Value: varies.
Established in 1977 with a generous bequest to the Martlet Foundation from H. Greville Smith, a former member of the Board of Governors and a distinguished industrialist and philanthropist, who was prominent in educational and scientific pursuits. Awarded to outstanding students entering an undergraduate course of study at McGill University who have shown promise of future success and responsible citizenship. While academic standing is of primary importance, account will also be taken of qualities of leadership and participation in community affairs, student government or athletics. They are not related to financial need, and are open to Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents. The scholarships are tenable up to a maximum of 4 years provided the holder continues to meet the criteria to the satisfaction of the Greville Smith Scholarships Committee and the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: up to $10,000 each; renewable.
Available to students entering undergraduate degree programs. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Established in 2007 by Petro-Canada to recruit bright and well-rounded students to the Faculties of Engineering, Science and Management. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to outstanding students entering the B.Eng. program in Chemical, Mechanical or Mining and Materials Engineering, the B.Sc. program in Earth and Planetary Sciences and the B.Com. program. Preference given to Quebec students. While academic standing is of primary importance, consideration will be given to leadership in extracurricular and community activities.
Estimated value: $5,000 each; renewable.
Established in 2010 by Harold J. Trischman, Jr., B.Sc. 1983, and Susan Trischman for outstanding undergraduate students entering the Faculty of Science. Awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid office on the basis of academic merit with a preference to U.S. students.
Value: varies.
Established by Herschel Victor, B.Com. 1944, in 1996 for students entering the undergraduate degree program in the Desautels Faculty of Management. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and renewable provided the holder maintains an academic standing satisfactory to the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Established in 2008 by Dr. Richard Walls, Ph.D. 1978, and Carolina J. Walls, B.Sc. 1985, to highlight academic achievement of students from Western Canada. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to outstanding students from Saskatchewan, Alberta, or British Columbia, entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Science.
Estimated value: varies.
Established in 2010 by Edward Wilson, B.Eng. 1968, for outstanding undergraduate students entering the Faculty of Engineering from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba. Awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office on the basis of academic merit. Any unspent funds may be awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office as bursaries to undergraduate students in the Faculty of Engineering from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba.
Value: varies.
Established in 1956 by a bequest from Edgar Moles Wilson to provide scholarships for students entering any undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Established in 1946 by contributions from a large number of friends and associates of the former Chancellor. Available to students entering any undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Established in 1959 by donations from Mr. Charles Wolfson and his son, David. Available to students with outstanding merit entering a full-time undergraduate degree program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Established to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the admittance of women to McGill in 1884 and awarded to distinguished students entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in any faculty. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
Value: varies.
Established by the late Mr. Edward C. Wood, a former member of the Board of Governors. Available for students entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in any faculty. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office. Preference is given to students residing in Canada.
Value: varies.
Established in 2000 by a generous bequest from Isabel Clarke Dickson Woodrow for Canadian students entering an undergraduate Nursing program. While academic standing is of primary importance, account may also be taken of financial need and/or qualities of leadership in community and school activities. Administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office. Any unspent funds may be awarded by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office as bursaries to Canadian undergraduate students in Nursing.
Value: $3,000 each.
Established in 2007 by Mary K. Wemp in memory of her brother James Wright, B.A. 1965. Jim occupied many roles enthusiastically and conscientiously at McGill including President of the Graduates Society and member of the Board of Governors (from 1996-2007). He was most recently director of the McGill-affiliated Sauvé Scholars Program. The scholarship is administered by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office and awarded to a student entering any full-time undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Arts. Awarded on the basis of academic merit and community involvement.
Estimated value: $5,000; renewable.
