Heather L. Main Scholarship (Women in Capital Markets) 2025

Overview of Heather L. Main Scholarship (Women in Capital Markets) 2025

The Heather L. Main Scholarship targets ambitious female students enrolled in Bachelors or MBA programs, focusing on Business Administration/Management or Law. Provided by VersaFi, this scholarship aims to support women's participation in capital markets with a substantial award and professional development opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be female and enrolled full-time in eligible Canadian universities. They should be in the first year of a 2-year MBA program or the third year of a joint MBA/LL.B program. Key requirements include a strong interest in capital markets, academic excellence, leadership qualities, and community involvement. Additionally, candidates must commit to a four-month paid summer internship.

• Participating universities include:
  • DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University
  • Desautels Faculty of Management, McGill University
  • Schulich School of Business, York University
  • Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto

Scholarship Benefits

The scholarship provides a CAD 25,000 cash award and includes several career-enhancing opportunities:

• Paid summer internship at a leading investment dealer
• Leadership training and/or executive coaching
• One-year mentorship program
• One-year VersaFi student membership

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply through their respective universities in the Fall. For more details and to apply, visit the official scholarship application page.

Application Deadline

The deadline to submit applications is February 28, 2026. Early submissions are encouraged to ensure consideration.