Are you a high-achieving student dreaming of studying at one of the world’s top universities? The University of Toronto invites exceptional international students, to apply for the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship 2025.
This prestigious scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, creativity, and leadership within their school and community. It is the University of Toronto’s most competitive and generous undergraduate scholarship for international students.
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.
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Scholarship Overview
- Host Institution: University of Toronto, Canada
- Program: Undergraduate
- Eligible Students: International students
- Funding Type: Fully funded
- Fields of Study: All undergraduate programs offered at the University of Toronto
- Number of Awards: Approximately 37 students annually
What the Scholarship Covers
- Full tuition fees for four years
- Books and learning materials
- Incidental fees
- Full residence support for the duration of the program
Who Is Eligible?
To apply, you must:
- Be an international student (requiring a study permit for Canada)
- Be in your final year of secondary school (or graduated no earlier than June 2024)
- Be nominated by your high school
- Apply to begin your undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto in September 2025
- Demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and impact within your school or community
Related: Apply for the University of British Columbia Affiliated Fellowship program 2025
How to Apply
- Get nominated by your high school. Your school must be verified or apply for nomination access.
- Apply to the University of Toronto for undergraduate studies by the appropriate deadline.
- Once nominated and you’ve applied to U of T, you’ll receive a personalized, secure link to the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application.
🔗 Nomination and application guide here
Important Dates:
- School nomination deadline: October 10, 2025
- Student OUAC application deadline: October 17, 2025
- Student scholarship application deadline and documentation submission deadline: November 6, 2025
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