The University of Toronto’s Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarship 2027 stands among the most prestigious and competitive undergraduate awards available to international students worldwide.
Designed to recognize exceptional young leaders who excel academically, demonstrate creativity, and show strong potential for positive global impact, this fully funded scholarship offers a transformational opportunity to pursue world-class education at one of the top universities in Canada.
This scholarship welcomes outstanding students from around the world to join a diverse and vibrant community of thinkers and innovators. With more than 188 countries represented, the Pearson Scholarship has become one of Canada’s largest and most influential international student funding programs. In 2024 alone, the university dedicated over $12 million toward supporting Pearson Scholars, with about 37 students selected each year.
A Fully Funded Pathway to Excellence
The Lester B. Pearson Scholarship provides comprehensive financial coverage for four years, allowing recipients to focus fully on their studies and leadership growth. Benefits include:
- Full tuition coverage
- Books and academic materials
- Incidental fees
- Full residence support for all four years of study
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This scholarship is exclusively available for students beginning their first-entry undergraduate programs at the University of Toronto. It is awarded strictly based on academic excellence, creativity, community engagement, and demonstrated leadership potential.
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for the 2027 cohort, prospective applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Be an international student who requires a Canadian study permit.
- Be in their final year of secondary school in 2025/2026, or have graduated no earlier than June 2025.
- Be planning to begin undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto in September 2026.
Students who have already begun post-secondary studies or those starting at another institution in January 2026 are not eligible.
Application and Nomination Timeline
The application process involves several important steps, and each must be completed carefully:
1. High School Nomination (July–October 2025)
You must be nominated by your high school, and each school can nominate only one student per year.
- Schools that are participating will receive nomination access starting July 1, 2025.
- Nomination deadline: October 10, 2025.
Schools that have never nominated a student may apply to join the program.
2. Apply to the University of Toronto (September–October 2025)
Before submitting your Pearson application, you must apply for admission to at least one undergraduate program at U of T.
- Admission application deadline: October 17, 2025.
Note: If selected, the scholarship applies only to your top choice program at the time of decision-making.
3. Submit the Pearson Scholarship Application (October–November 2025)
Once nominated, you will receive a private link to the scholarship application.
- Scholarship form and document submission deadline: November 7, 2025.
Important Fraud Alert
The University of Toronto cautions applicants against fraudulent agents or emails offering assistance or guaranteed acceptance. Only official high school nominations and direct applications through university platforms are valid. No third-party agencies are involved in this scholarship process.
A Launchpad for Global Leaders
Beyond funding, Pearson Scholars access the enriching support of the Pearson Program Office within the Centre for International Experience. Scholars benefit from mentorship, leadership development programs, and a vibrant network of changemakers shaping communities across the globe.
If you believe you have the academic excellence, leadership qualities, and creativity to become a Pearson Scholar, this is your opportunity to pursue a fully funded education at one of the world’s leading universities.
Apply and learn more here:
https://future.utoronto.ca/pearson-scholarships
