Schulich Leader Scholarships are undergraduate entrance scholarships for students enrolling in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) areas of study at selected universities in Canada. The program’s founder, Seymour Schulich, a noted entrepreneur and philanthropist, believes that Canada’s future lies in leadership committed to science and technology.
The Schulich Leader Scholarships are intended to support and encourage young people's passions in scientific research and innovation. The scholarship program is administered by the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto. The selection of Schulich Leaders at McGill University is carried out by the Scholarships and Student Aid Office.
2025 Schulich Leader Scholarships Brochure
Award value
Schulich Leader Scholarships in Engineering are valued at $120,000 total. Schulich Leaders in Engineering will receive annual payments of $30,000 over a period of four years if all renewal criteria are met.
Schulich Leader Scholarships in Science, Technology or Mathematics are valued at $100,000 total. Schulich Leaders in Science will receive annual payments of $25,000 over a period of four years if all renewal criteria are met. CEGEP students completing only three years of study in Science, Technology or Mathematics will receive the fourth and final payment upon program completion.
Nomination/application process
High schools and secondary schools outside of Quebec and CEGEPs in Quebec select Schulich Leader Nominees from their graduating student body. High schools may nominate one student per year; CEGEPs may nominate up to four students.
Nominees are required to submit their formal applications for admission to McGill University by the specified deadline dates.
Criteria
Applicants must be Canadian citizens and meet the following criteria:
- Graduate high school or CEGEP in the 2024/2025 academic year
- Academic excellence
- Entrepreneurial-minded (exhibiting leadership, charisma and creativity)
- Strong consideration will be given to students with financial need
- Intend to pursue a career in one or more of the following focus areas:
- Technology
- Engineering
- Entrepreneurship and business enterprise
- Applied scientific research
STEM programs at McGill
Programs in the STEM areas are offered by the following faculties at McGill:
- Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Science
Learn more about eligible STEM programs.
Deadlines
For detailed information on the nomination and application processes, and deadlines, please visit the Schulich Leader Scholarships website.