Instituto Trajetórias and McGill University: undestanding the partnership

The Instituto Trajetórias and McGill University have signed a strategic partnership to expand access for Brazilian talent to master’s degree programs.

McGill University is one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in Canada and ranks among the world’s top 50 universities — holding 27th place in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and 41st in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026.

Eligible Programs

The agreement between Instituto Trajetórias and McGill University provides for tuition discounts of up to 100%. See details below:

• For Thesis-Based Master’s Programs: McGill will cover 100% of tuition costs, as defined annually by Quebec’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education (approximately CAD 21,000 per year).

  
  

• For Non-Thesis Master’s Programs (excluding self-funded programs): McGill will grant a minimum discount of CAD 4,000 per year to offset tuition and ancillary fees.

  
  

• For the Master of Public Policy (MPP): The program will offer CAD 4,000 per year to help cover tuition and ancillary fees, offsetting enrollment and additional costs.

Additional Benefits

In addition to tuition discounts, Instituto Trajetórias has already launched scholarship calls in partnership with subnational governments. There will also be student loan options offered under more favorable terms than the market, provided through a banking partner.

With a flexible combination of financial support options, the Institute enables each student to build the funding solution best suited to their profile.

For public servants, paid leave will be granted in accordance with specific agreements established with partner governments.

Selection Process

To apply for the scholarship, Brazilian students must first follow the standard application procedures and meet all admission requirements established by McGill University.

Information about the Canadian university’s admission process is available at this link.

With the launch of scholarship and financing calls made possible by Instituto Trajetórias, candidates must also submit an application to the Institute, within the specified deadlines and according to the established procedures.

Applicants who secure admission to a master’s program at McGill University and are selected by Instituto Trajetórias and its national partners will be eligible for scholarships or financing.

Funds are transferred directly to students, who must provide proof of proper use in accordance with the rules outlined in the call for applications.

To learn more, please visit our page with the agreements signed by Instituto Trajetórias.