2026 University of Toronto Lester B. Pearson Scholarship, Canada(Fully Funded)

July 7, 2025
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Closing date:

  • School nomination deadline: October 10, 2025
  • Student OUAC admission application deadline: October 17, 2025
  • Student scholarship application deadline and documentation submission deadline: November 6, 2025

Student type: International students  

Level of study: Undergraduate

Study area: Any

Scholarship value: Full scholarship covering tuition, books, incidental fees, and residence support for four years

Description: The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships at the University of Toronto provide an unparalleled opportunity for outstanding international students to study at one of the world’s best universities in one of the world’s most multicultural cities. The scholarship program is intended to recognize students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and creativity and who are recognized as leaders within their school. A special emphasis is placed on the impact the student has had on the life of their school and community, and their future potential to contribute positively to the global community.

Awarded annually, these scholarships recognize outstanding students from around the world, including international students studying at Canadian high schools. This is U of T’s most prestigious and competitive scholarship for international students. The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years. The scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto for first-entry, undergraduate programs. Each year approximately 37 students will be named Lester B. Pearson Scholars.

Eligibility:

  • Must be an international student requiring a study permit.
  • Enrolled in the final year of secondary school in 2025/2026 or graduated no earlier than June 2025.
  • Beginning undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto in September 2026.
  • Cannot already be attending post-secondary studies or starting post-secondary studies in January 2026 at another institution.

How to apply:  apply online 

More info: https://future.utoronto.ca/pearson/about/