Are you an ambitious and talented international student with a passion for academic excellence and a drive to make a positive impact on the world? The University of Toronto invites you to apply for the prestigious Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships for the year 2023.
As one of Canada’s leading institutions of higher education, the University of Toronto is renowned for its exceptional academic programs, cutting-edge research opportunities, and diverse and inclusive community. The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships, named after a former Canadian Prime Minister, aim to recognize and support exceptional students from around the globe who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, leadership potential, and a commitment to community service.
Brief Description
Scholarship Sponsor(s): University of Toronto, Canada
Scholarships to be taken at: University of Toronto, Canada
Scholarship Type: Tuition award
Scholarship Worth: Tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support
Number of Awards: Several
Scholarship level: Undergraduate
Nationality: All nationalities
Eligibility Criteria
If you meet the following requirements, you may apply for the Pearson International Scholarship:
- Applicants must be non-Canadian citizens, and they should not hold Canadian permanent residency or Canadian citizenship.
- Currently in your final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2023
- Candidates must demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, typically represented by high grades or equivalent academic performance.
- Beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2024 (students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered; students starting their studies in January 2024 at another post-secondary institution cannot be considered)
Scholarship Benefits
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years.
How to Apply for the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships
To apply, you will need to:
- Receive a nomination from your school. High schools not already contacted/verified are asked to submit an application to participate in our program, available here in September.(external link) High schools who have participated in a previous year will receive their nomination access starting in early September.
- Apply to study at the University of Toronto(external link) to begin your studies in September 2024 and complete your application for admission by the appropriate deadlines(external link). Please be advised that you will be considered for the Pearson Scholarship for your first choice of program at U of T. You may apply for several programs and may receive admission to them all; however, the Pearson Scholarship, if awarded to you, would be restricted to your first choice of program at U of T at the time our scholarship decisions are made.
- Once we’ve received a nomination and you have applied to the university, you can complete the online Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application. You will receive a private link to the scholarship application when you are successfully nominated by your school.
Application Deadline: November 30, 2023