About the Scholarship
The University of Toronto in Canada offers fully funded Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships. These scholarships provide an exceptional opportunity for outstanding international students to study at one of the world’s best universities located in a multicultural city. They are awarded to students who demonstrate remarkable academic achievement, creativity, and leadership within their school and community while also showcasing their potential to make a positive impact on the global community.
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships are highly prestigious and competitive, granted annually to exceptional students worldwide, including those studying at Canadian high schools.
Scholarship Benefits
This scholarship covers tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for a period of four years. It is specifically applicable to first-entry undergraduate programs at the University of Toronto. Each year, approximately 37 students are honored with the title of Lester B. Pearson Scholars.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Pearson International Scholarship, you must:
- Be an international student (non-Canadian) requiring a study permit
- Be in your final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2023
- Begin your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2024 (students currently attending post-secondary studies or starting studies in January 2024 at another institution cannot be considered)
How to Apply
To become a Pearson Scholar:
- Be nominated by your school: Your school needs to nominate you for the scholarship. Reach out to your school guidance counselor to understand the nomination process.
- Apply for undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto: You must apply for undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto to be eligible for the scholarship.
- Receive a personalized link: After being nominated and submitting your application to the University of Toronto, you will receive a personalized and secure link to access the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship application.
Application Process
The 2024 Competition opens in September 2023. To apply, follow these steps:
- Receive a nomination from your school. High schools not already contacted or verified should submit an application to participate in the program. The application will be available on our website in September.
- Apply to study at the University of Toronto and complete your application for admission by the appropriate deadlines. Note that you will be considered for the Pearson Scholarship for your first choice of program at the University of Toronto. While you can apply for multiple programs, the scholarship will be restricted to your first choice at the time of the scholarship decisions.
- Upon receiving a nomination and applying to the university, complete the online Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application using the provided private link.
Deadlines
Deadline for school nominations: November 30, 2023
Student OUAC admission application deadline: December 15, 2023 (The recommended date to apply for admission is before November 7, 2023 as spaces in programs fill-up quickly and popular programs may close early).
Student scholarship application deadline: January 15, 2024
