APPLY: 2022 University of Toronto Lester Pearson Scholarships for International Students

The University of Toronto Lester Pearson Scholarships are currently open for international students willing to study in the prestigious city of Toronto, Canada.

The University of Toronto Lester Pearson Scholarships is the most prestigious scholarship of U of T and will cover the full tuition, accommodation, and living expenses for selected students.

University of Toronto is the highest-ranked university of Canada. Canada’s reputation as a country attracts students from all across the globe contributing to U of T’s recognized talent and innovation. On November 13, the University of Toronto was ranked as the seventh most-searched university globally.

University of Toronto Lester Pearson Scholarships Summary

• Host Country: Canada
• Category: Undergraduate Scholarships 
• Eligible Countries: All Countries
• Reward: Full Scholarship
  • Tuition fees
  • Accommodation
  • Living Stipends
• Deadline: January 16, 2023

Scholarship Details:

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.

Scholarship Requirements:

To be considered for the University of Toronto Lester Pearson Scholarships, 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 2022
• beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2023 (students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered; students starting their studies in January 2023 at another post-secondary institution cannot be considered).

University of Toronto Lester Pearson Scholarships Duration and Reward

•  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.

Required Documents

To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;

• School nomination deadline: November 30, 2022
• Student OUAC application deadline: December 14, 2022 (Please note this is the final date to submit an application to the OUAC; however, it is recommended you apply for admission through the OUAC before November 7, 2022 as spaces in programs fill-up quickly and popular programs may close early.)
• Student scholarship application deadline: January 16, 2023

Method of Application

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 the program, available here.(external link))

• Apply to study at the University of Toronto(external link) to begin your studies in 2023 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 the scholarship decisions are made.
• Once we’ve received a nomination and you’ve applied to the university, you can complete the online Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application

For more details, visit the UT website.