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Lester B Pearson International Scholarship 2027 | U of T Lester B Pearson Scholarship

Last updated Jul 14, 2026

Deadline

2026-11-06

Country

Canada

Level

undergraduate

Organization

University of Toronto

Field

All fields

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship is the University of Toronto's most prestigious award for international students, recognizing academic achievement, leadership, and creativity.

Coverage

The scholarship is fully funded, covering tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years of undergraduate study.

Eligibility

Open to international students (non-Canadian) from any country. Applicants must be in their final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2024. Students already attending post-secondary studies are not eligible.

Requirements

Applicants must be nominated by their high school. Each school can nominate only one student per year. You must also apply for an undergraduate program at the University of Toronto to be considered.

How to apply

1. Ask your school guidance counselor or principal if your school is eligible to nominate you. 2. Your school must submit a nomination form by October 9, 2026. 3. Apply for admission to an undergraduate program at the University of Toronto by October 16, 2026. 4. Once nominated and an application for admission is submitted, you will receive access to the official scholarship application form.

Notes

Students must begin their studies at the University of Toronto in September 2027.

Source & Verification

Host organization: University of Toronto

Original source: BrightScholarship

Official application page: https://future.utoronto.ca/pearson/about/#about

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.