Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program at the University of Toronto
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. 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.
Host Institution(s):
University of Toronto, Canada
Level/Field of Study:
Undergraduate program offered at the University
Number of Awards:
Each year, approximately 37 students will be named Lester B. Pearson Scholars.
Target group:
International students from around the world, including international students studying at Canadian high schools.
Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:
The scholarship will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years.
Eligibility:
To be eligible to apply to the Pearson International Scholarship, you must be:
- an international student (i.e. a non-Canadian requiring a study permit);
- currently in your final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 202,3
- 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)
Applications will open in September 2023.
