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Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship 2027 in Canada (University of Toronto, Fully Funded)
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Program Overview
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship is the University of Toronto's most prestigious award for international undergraduate students. It recognises exceptional academic achievement, creativity and leadership, and covers tuition, books, incidental fees and full residence support for four years. About 37 Pearson Scholars are named each year.
There are three deadlines for studies starting in September 2027. Your secondary school must nominate you by 9 October 2026, and each school can nominate only one student a year. You must apply for admission to the University of Toronto by 16 October 2026. You must then complete the Pearson Scholarship application and submit all documents by 6 November 2026. All three dates were confirmed on the University of Toronto website on 7 October 2026.
Key Information
Host Country
Canada
Funding Type
Fully Funded
English Requirement
Varies — check program requirements
Eligible Nations
International students (who need a Canadian study permit)
Category
Fully Funded
Applications Open
Open now (school nomination by 9 October 2026)
Status
Accepting Applications
Scholarship Benefits
Full tuition
Books and incidental fees
Full residence support for four years
Eligibility Criteria
- International student, meaning a non-Canadian who requires a study permit
- In the final year of secondary school in 2026/2027, or graduated no earlier than June 2026
- Starting your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2027
- Nominated by your secondary school; each school can nominate only one student a year
- Not eligible: students already in post-secondary studies, or starting them in January 2027
- Exceptional academic achievement, creativity and leadership in your school and community
Guides for this scholarship
How Applications Are Evaluated
Each scholarship provider uses its own selection criteria. Applicants should review the official scholarship guidelines for the specific criteria used to evaluate applications.
Selection information published by the provider
- Exceptional academic achievement and creativity
- Recognition as a leader within your school
- Your impact on the life of your school and community
- Your future potential to contribute positively to the global community
Required Documents
School nomination (submitted by your school)
University of Toronto admission application
Pearson Scholarship application form
Supporting documents and references requested in the Pearson application
How to Apply
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Ask your guidance counsellor, principal or head of school to nominate you by 9 October 2026
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If your school has not taken part before, it must apply to join the programme by noon (EST) on 9 October 2026
3
Apply to at least one undergraduate programme at the University of Toronto for September 2027 by 16 October 2026
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After your school nominates you, you receive a private link to the Pearson Scholarship application; you can complete it after you submit your admission application
5
Submit the Pearson application and all required documents by 6 November 2026
6
Write the application yourself: the University of Toronto disqualifies applicants who use generative AI tools such as ChatGPT to create content
7
If awarded, the scholarship applies to your top choice of programme at the time of the scholarship decision
Ready to Submit?
Ensure you have reviewed all requirements and gathered your documents before starting the application.
Official Application WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
It varies by program and by your previous education. Some providers accept other English tests, and some waive the test if your earlier degree was taught in English. Check the official program requirements before you apply.
The official deadline is 11/6/2026. We highly recommend submitting your application at least a week prior to avoid server congestion.
Most universities allow you to apply with a "Hope Certificate" or provisional transcript if you are in your final semester, provided you graduate before the intake starts.
This varies by university. Many fully funded scholarships cover or waive application fees, but some may still require an initial processing fee. Refer to the official guidelines.
For PhD and some Master's programs, securing an acceptance letter from a professor is often mandatory. For undergraduate programs, it is usually not required.
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