Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship 2026–2027 (University of Toronto)
Offered by University of Toronto · Canada
About this scholarship
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship at the University of Toronto is Canada's most prestigious award for exceptional international secondary school students. It covers 100% of tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years of undergraduate study. Candidates must be nominated by their high school and apply for undergraduate admission at U of T.
Eligibility
Must be an international student (non-Canadian requiring a study permit).
Currently in your final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June of the current academic year.
Must be nominated by your secondary school (the high school must register as a nominating institution).
Must apply to enter an undergraduate degree program at the University of Toronto starting in the Fall term.
Must demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, creative thinking, leadership potential, and active involvement in school/community life.
Students already enrolled in post-secondary studies are ineligible.
Documents you may need
Official High School Academic Transcripts & Predicted Grades.
School Nomination Form (submitted directly by your high school guidance counselor/principal).
Student Personal Essays & Reflection Statements (addressing achievements, leadership, and vision).
Letters of Recommendation (if requested by specific academic faculties).
English Language Proficiency Test Results (IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo) if applicable.
How to apply
School Nomination: Your secondary school must be verified and submit an official nomination form on your behalf through the U of T Pearson portal by the school nomination deadline (typically late November).
Apply for Admission: Apply to an undergraduate program at the University of Toronto via the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) or U of T International Application by the admissions deadline (typically mid-December).
Complete Student Application Form: Once your school nomination is received and your admission application is processed, you will receive an online link to complete the private Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application.
Submit Application: Complete and submit the online scholarship application by the final deadline (mid-January).
