Lester B Pearson Scholarship 2027 For International Students

If you are planning to study in Canada, the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship 2027 is one of the most prestigious opportunities available for international students. Offered by the University of Toronto, this fully funded undergraduate scholarship is designed for exceptional students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, leadership qualities, and a commitment to making a positive impact in their schools or communities. Each year, approximately 37 international students are selected to receive this highly competitive scholarship.

The Lester B. Pearson Scholarship can be used to study in any of the 700+ undergraduate programs offered by the University of Toronto. The scholarship covers four years of undergraduate study and provides comprehensive financial support, allowing students to focus entirely on their education. Applicants may apply to multiple undergraduate programs at the University of Toronto; however, they will only be considered for the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship through their first-choice program nominated for the award.

Named after scholar and former Canadian Prime Minister, Lester Bowles Pearson. Canada is 2^nd most opportunistic country for international students in the world and there is the huge number of immigrants studying and living. About 38,000 International Students apply to Canadian universities last year. The University of Toronto was established in 1827 located in Canada Ontario. And it is a top-rated university in Canada for development and research. UT has three campuses located at Mississauga, Scarborough and St. George.

Details:

Financial Benefits

The University of Toronto will cover the following financial assistance:

• Tuition fees full coverage
• Books allowances
• Medical allowances
• Accommodation Allowances
• Incidental fees coverage

Available Undergraduate Fields

The University of Toronto has 700 undergraduate programs available right now which applicants can search on their official website in the following fields

• Humanities
• Social Sciences
• Life Sciences
• Engineering
• Kinesiology & Physical Education
• Commerce and Management
• Computer Science
• Music
• Architecture

Requirements:

Following are the requirements and eligibility criteria to apply for Lester B Pearson scholarship,

• Applicants must be non-Canadian
• All international applicants can apply
• Applicants must have graduated no earlier then July 2025
• Applicants who are applying to the the undergraduate program must be in their final year of secondary school.
• Students can be nominated for scholarship before admission at UOT however you must get admission at University of Toronto
• You will be awarded for scholarship for only your first choice program at the UOT
• You are beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2026

Required Documents

International students need following documents to apply for Lester B Pearson Scholarship at University of Toronto,

• Official transcripts
• Updated CV
• Letter of Reference
• Eligible Canadian study visa
• Statement of Purpose
• English Language proficiency certificate
• GRE Scores

Deadline:

For 2026 competition begins from 1st July 2025.

The last date to apply to the University of Toronto is October 9, 2026. for nominating students
The deadline for the OUAC application is October 16, 2026.
Pearson Scholarship’s last date is November 6, 2026.

Undergraduate program admission deadline at University of Toronto is different for each program.

How to Apply :

• Applicants have to inform their school to nominate them if your school is not verified by UOT ask your school to submit application.
• Applicants have to apply for the undergraduate program at UOT before deadline
• After completing the above requirements applicants need to apply online
• Lester B. Pearson Scholarship results will be announced and notified to the students by the end of April 2027.