Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship at University of Toronto 2027

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program at the University of Toronto is intended to recognize international students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and creativity, and who are recognized as leaders within their school. The scholarship covers four years of undergraduate study including tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support. Approximately 37 scholarships are awarded each year, making it one of Canada’s most prestigious undergraduate awards.

Must be an international student (non-Canadian citizen or permanent resident). Must be in the final year of secondary school or have graduated within the last year. Must be nominated by the school (not self-nominated). Must be applying for first-time entry to an undergraduate program at the University of Toronto (St. George campus). Outstanding academic achievement and demonstrated leadership.

• Full tuition coverage for four years of undergraduate study
• Books and incidental fees
• Full residence support
• Total value approximately CAD $100,000+ per year

• School nomination through U of T portal
• Lester B. Pearson application form
• Personal profile and essays
• Academic transcripts from secondary school
• School reference/recommendation
• Proof of extracurricular activities and leadership
• Application for admission to University of Toronto
• English language proficiency proof (if applicable)

• Be an international student (requiring a study permit) in your final year of secondary school or a recent graduate, starting your first undergraduate degree at U of T
• You must be nominated by your secondary school (one nominee per school), then apply for U of T undergraduate admission via OUAC by the deadline
• Finally complete the Lester B. Pearson scholarship application using the private link sent to nominated students (around early November); the award is tenable only at U of T for your first-choice first-entry undergraduate programme