The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program at
the University of Toronto is intended to recognize international 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. Each year approximately 37 students will be named Lester B.
Pearson Scholars.
Eligibility (Basic Eligibility):
Must be an international secondary school student (i.e.
a non-Canadian requiring a study permit) intending to begin university studies
in the following academic year.
Award type:
Admission Scholarship
Action:
Nomination Required
Level of Study:
Undergraduate
Academic Year:
2018-2019
Value/Amount:
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.
Full Eligibility Requirements:
An international student nominated by their school will be
invited to submit an application to the Lester B. Pearson International
Scholarship program.
Eligibility Criteria:
- an
international student
- an
original and creative thinker
- committed
to school and community
- a
high achiever in academic and creative pursuits
- enthusiastic
about learning and intellectual exploration
- have
demonstrated strong leadership skills
- currently
in their final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than
June 2017
- intending
to begin university in the upcoming academic year (students already
attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered)
How to Apply:
To apply, you’ll need to:
- Receive
a nomination from your school.
- Apply
to study at the University of Toronto to begin your studies in 2018 and
complete your application for admission by the appropriate deadlines.
- Once
we've received a nomination and you've applied to the university, you can
complete the online Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application.
Selection Procedure: On the basis of application/eligibility
criteria, approximately 37 Lester B. Pearson Scholars at the University of
Toronto will be chosen annually. These scholarships are tenable only at the
University of Toronto.
Deadline to Apply:
School Nomination deadline: November 30th, 2017; Student
Application deadline: January 15th, 2018
Availability:
International Students
