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Master of Public Policy

Scholarships and Funding

MPP Entrance Scholarships

The Max Bell School awards scholarships to incoming MPP students based on merit. Scholarship consideration is automaticfor all applicants, unless otherwise specified. These scholarships will be awarded to accepted students during their year attending the MPP program, and this funding is being directly offered by the Max Bell School of Public Policy.

  • Successful Quebec and Canadian applicants are eligible for an entrance scholarship up to $15,000.
  • International students are eligible for limited scholarships.

Berry Entrance Scholarship

The Max Bell School offers up to three scholarships, valued at $10,000 each, for accepted applicants who are citizens of the U.S. and Mexico. Scholarship consideration is automatic for all applicants from these two countries.

Scholarships for New Voices in Public Policy

Each year, the Max Bell School offers two special scholarships to incoming MPP students. The Scholarships for New Voices in Public Policy are granted to exceptional incoming Max Bell School MPP students who aspire in their professional careers to contribute to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion. To apply, students must submit their CV and a one-page statement demonstrating their commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in their professional career, community engagement, or personal development. Applications should be submitted to Helen Aaron (helen.aaron [at] mcgill.ca) by June 1, 2026. Each scholarship is valued at $5,000 and is funded by the Max Bell School.

MPP In-Course Financial Aid

MPP students can apply for In-Course Financial Aid for modest, interest-free loans while in full-time studies on the basis of demonstrated financial need. Additional conditions may apply. The SSAO webpage outlines the steps for completing the application in Minerva and whether contacting the SSAO office for an appointment is required.

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The Master of Public Policy at VRƵ is an eligible program for the , which includes full tuition and fees, a living stipend, a relocation grant, an interdisciplinary leadership program, and more. The application deadlines are in August for international students and September for Canadian and U.S. students. (It is recommended to apply for McCall MacBain before applying to the MPP.)

Mastercard Foundation logoMastercard Foundation Scholars Program

The Master of Public Policy at VRƵ is an eligible program for theMastercard Foundation Scholars Programfor students from the African continent. The scholarshipincludes full tuition and fees, pre-arrival and immigration support, on-campus housing, a living stipend, a leadership and professional development program, and more. Interested students must attend an information session and meet the minimum eligibility criteria before applying.

External Funding

As a graduate student at VRƵ, there is a strong possibility that you qualify for external funding.Below,you'll find a list of opportunities for external funding for which Max Bell MPP students may be eligible.VRƵ also offers a series of information sessions and workshops on applications to external agencies.

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Scholarship

Varies

Kenyan students.

Scholarship

Varies

Students from sub-Saharan Africa.

Grant and loan

Varies

See website for eligible countries.

Scholarships

Varies

Blind, deaf-blind and partially sighted Canadians.

Scholarship

$5,000

Canadian citizens or permanent residentswith a permanent disability.

Scholarship

Up to $15,900

Students from ASEAN member states.

Scholarship

$7,200 - $9,700

See website for eligible countries.

MultipleAwards

$5,000

Forfemale applicants.

Scholarship

Varies

Employed nationals from developing countries of La Francophonie.

Scholarship

$1,000- $3,000

Canadianstudents who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing.

Bursary

$1,000 - $4,500

Canadian citizenswho areresidents of Quebecand ofItalian origin.

Scholarship

$2,000

Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or international studentsstudying at a Canadian university in Canada.

Grant/Award

$2,000

Indigenous students.

Canada Student Loans

Loans

Varies

Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Centre Culturel Islamique de Québec MemorialAward

Award

$3,000

Previous VRƵ students who actively foster the inclusion of Muslims in Quebec and Canada.

Scholarship

$3,500

Indigenous students.

Scholarship

Up to $5000

Canadian citizens and permanent residentswho are blind or partially sighted.

Scholarship

Up to $5,000

Canadian citizens and permanent residentsliving with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.

Award

$10,000

Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Delta Kappa Gamma World Fellowship

$4,000 (USD)

Applicants must be female and cannot be a citizen or landed immigrant of Canada or the United States or a Delta Kappa Gamma member.

Delta Upsilon Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship

Up to$5,000

Students who completed an undergraduate degree at VRƵ and apply for theMackenzie King Open Scholarshipare considered for the Delta Upsilon scholarship.

Multiple scholarships

$3,000

Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Emerging Leaders of the Americas (ELAP)

$7,200 - $9,700

See website for eligible countries.

Scholarship

$2,000

Residents of Canada who have recently been treated forcancer.

Scholarship

$3,000

Muslim students with a disability.

FUNED

Scholarship

$5,000-$30,000(USD)

Mexican citizens.

Scholarship

$1,000

Canadian citizens or permanent residentswith a documented mental illness.

Scholarship

$4,000

Indigenous students who are aspiring journalists.

Multiple scholarships

Varies

Canadian students.

Scholarship

$20,000

Graduate program students preparing for a career in state and local government finance.

Scholarship

$10,000

Minority students in a course of study preparing for a career in state or local government finance.

Award

$1,000

Indigenouswomen, gender-diverse or two-spirit people under 31 years of age.

John Williamson Frederick Peacock Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship

$5,000

Students who completed an undergraduate degree at VRƵ and apply for theMackenzie King Open Scholarshipare considered for the John Williamson Frederick Peacock scholarship.

Scholarship

$5,000

Individuals enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement.

Bursary

$1,000

Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Bursaries, scholarships, awards

Varies

Indigenous students.

Scholarship

$2,500

Canadian LGBTQ+ students.

Scholarship

Undisclosed

Libyan students completingundergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate work in North America.

Scholarship

$3,000

Graduate students studying Northern issues.

Scholarship

$2,000

Students with lupus.

Mackenzie King Open Scholarships

Scholarship

$8,500-$10,500

Graduates of any Canadian university, including international students.

Bursary

$5,000 -$10,000

Canadian citizensaffected by animpaired driving crash.

Scholarship

Varies

Inuit Beneficiaries of the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement.

Grant

Varies, up to $15,000

African women studying in Canada.

Scholarships

Varies

Muslim students.

Scholarship

Tuition and fees, a living stipend of $2,000 a month,&enrichment program

The MPP at the Max Bell School of Public Policy is an eligible program at VRƵ for the McCall MacBain Scholarship based on character, community engagement, leadership potential, entrepreneurial spirit, academic strength, and intellectual curiosity.

VRƵ and Indspire: Indigenous Student Financial Assistance

Bursaries,awards,and scholarships

$1,000- $10,000

Indigenous students.

VRƵ Financial Aid for Graduate Students

Loans,bursaries,and other funding

Varies

VRƵ graduate students.

Scholarship

$2,000

Female Canadian citizens or permanent residentsthat areresidentsofMontreal’sWest Island.

Awards

Up to $5000

Canadian citizens and permanent residents with a permanent disability.

Scholarship

Up to $12,500

Based upon demonstrated need.

Scholarship

Varies

Canadianstudents currently receiving treatment for an eating disorder.

Scholarship

Up to $10,000

Firstnations, Inuit, and Metis studentsfromCanada.

Scholarship

$15,000 each year for two years

Master’s level students specializing in research related to Veterans and their families.

Grants, scholarships, fellowships

Varies

Research in humanities & social sciences.

Grants

$8,500

Female Canadian citizensor permanent residents.

Bursaries

Varies

Scottish backgroundandresident of Quebec.

Fellowship

$34,000

Greek studentsenrolled atVRƵwitha first class CGPA.

Bursary

$2,000

Canadian or Americancitizensorpermanentresidentswho havebeen in the Canadian or American foster care program.

Sponsorship program

Varies

Refugee studentsin Canada fromJordan, Kenya, Lebanon, Malawi, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Scholarships

$10,200-$12,700

See website for eligible countries.

Scholarship

Tuition,stipend,travel and health insurance

Mid-career professionals.

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*Tuition fees are subject to gradual increases; in such cases the information will be reflected on this website.

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