The University of Toronto is Canada's largest university, recognized as a global leader in research and teaching. The University of Toronto is home to distinguished faculty, institutional records, scholarships, and a wealth of innovative academic opportunities that attract students and academics from around the world.
About the Scholarship
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship at the University of Toronto provides an unparalleled opportunity for outstanding international students. The scholarship program recognizes students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and creativity and are recognized as their schools' leaders. In addition, a particular emphasis is placed on the student's impact on their community and school and their future potential to positively contribute to the global community.
These scholarships are awarded annually to outstanding students worldwide, including international students in Canadian high schools. The scholarship covers four years of tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support. However, the scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto for first-entry undergraduate programs. Approximately 37 students are named Lester B. Pearson Scholars annually.
To become a Pearson Scholar, you must be nominated by your school and apply to an undergraduate course at the University of Toronto. Once you've been nominated and have applied to the university, you will be sent a personalized, secure link to the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship application.
Eligibility
You'll have to meet specific prerequisites to be eligible to apply for the scholarship. The criteria are:
You should be an international student, i.e., a non-Canadian requiring a study permit
You should be in your final year of secondary school
You should be starting your studies at the University of Toronto
Application Process for the Scholarship
Request your school counselor to nominate you for this scholarship.
Every school can nominate one student, so be early and prepared!
Apply to study at the University of Toronto, and complete your admission application by appropriate deadlines. (Note - you will be considered for the scholarship for your first choice program at the university. You may apply for several programs and may receive admission to all; however, the scholarship would be restricted to your first choice of the program only)
Once you've received the nomination and applied to the university, you can complete the online application for the scholarship.
Scholarship Deadlines for 2022-23
School nomination deadline - 30th November 2022
Student OUAC application deadline - 14th December 2022
Student scholarship application deadline - 16th January 2023
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