Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships at University of Toronto 2025 (Fully Funded)
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship is the most prestigious and competitive award offered by the University of Toronto. Yearly, they award 37 exceptional international students, and this full-ride scholarship is dedicated to recognizing students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership qualities, and a great potential to contribute a positive change to the global community. It covers full tuition fees, books, incidental fees, and full residential support for four-year undergraduate programs exclusively at the university.
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships Coverage
This fully funded scholarship for international students covers the following:
- 100% of tuition fees
- Book and materials fees
- Accommodation fees
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships Eligibility Criteria
- incoming international students currently in their last year or have recently graduated
Make sure to check out the University of Toronto admissions pages and the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships pages for more information!
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships Application Procedure
If you meet the eligibility criteria for University of Toronto and Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships, you can move forward with the application process!
Remember to apply for admission to University of Toronto first before applying for Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships. You can visit the official website found in University of Toronto Admissions Section to see the admissions application process.
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships Application Process
A separate scholarship application – in addition to the university admission – is needed for Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships. You’ll have to collect these requirements:
- Application form
- Nomination letter
- Academic certificates or transcipts
Once you have those ready, follow these steps to submit your scholarship application and requirements:
- Receive a nomination from your high school.
- Apply for admission through OUAC by the required deadlines.
- Fill out the scholarship application form once you receive a private link after being successfully nominated by your school.
- Submit the form along with all necessary documentation.
For more information, please see the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships Scholarship Application Procedure Page .
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships Deadlines
For Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships, you may apply on these dates:
- Bachelor's Scholarship Application Deadline: November 8, 2024
We also recommend visiting the University of Toronto Admissions Section for other university deadlines and requirements.
For more information about the admission details of University of Toronto, you can visit the following pages:
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships Page
Want to learn more about University of Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships, scholarship requirements, deadlines, application process, and other related information? Check the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships page!
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships Recipients
Ahnaf Rahman
Ahnaf Rahman, a Bangladeshi scholar, is a recipient of the prestigious Lester B. Pearson Scholarship at the University of Toronto. His academic achievements and community initiatives were significant in securing this full-ride scholarship, allowing him to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. The scholarship helped Ahnaf chase his passion for business as this covered all his expenses for the whole duration of the program and allowed him to focus thoroughly on his studies abroad. Ahnaf has been grateful for the chance given to him as the scholarship enabled him to develop his craft and opened a wide array of opportunities.
Visit Ahnaf’s success story and get inspired.
Ngoc Anh Thu Huynh
Ngoc Anh Thu Huynh, or Tina, received the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship at the University of Toronto. The scholarship covers all study costs and recognizes applicants for their academic excellence, creativity, and leadership. It has enabled her to focus on her academic and community-driven goals, empowering her to turn her vision for social impact into reality. Tina believes that being authentic and knowing what you can contribute to society will make your scholarship application stand out.
A more detailed discussion of Tina’s application experience can be found in her scholarship journey.
Alina Zholaman
Alina from Kazakhstan will begin her Co-op Management degree at the University of Toronto this fall, supported by the prestigious Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship. She also received the International Scholars Award from UBC, along with offers from U.S. institutions, but chose UofT for its experiential learning and alignment with her interests in leadership, inclusivity, and tech-driven community projects. Her application stood out through a combination of academic excellence, authentic storytelling, and a consistent focus on impact-driven initiatives in education and entrepreneurship.
Check out Alina’s story to see how early planning, genuine self-reflection, and a values-centered approach can unlock opportunities at top global universities.
About the Author: Hyun Lee
Can a 2013 high school graduate apply for a scholarship to further her studies?
I do believe that Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships have no age restrictions
How can i apply? Please help me out.
Hello, please see the “Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships Page” Section of this page to see the application procedure!
Hi, thank you for giving me the opportunity. I hope my application will be accepted. Wishing you all the best
Hello, we are not University of Toronto, and we are just merely offering information on Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships. So, we have zero control on your application. However, I wish you the best on your application!
Ouac application form is very expensive. Can we get a waiver on it .
Hello, no, I don’t know of a way to get a waiver on OUAC application. I’m not sure if University of Toronto will offer it if you ask for an admission fee waiver.
How can I apply for this scholarship? I am from Nigeria.
Same with all other applicants. Your citizenship doesn’t change the application procedure.
Hello, please Kindly provide us how to get fully funded or free tuition fees scholarships for undergraduate at the college in the USA.
Hello, please see our best scholarships in USA article to start.
I had a low GPA in high school ( not study A-level or IB just traditional high school) so I take 4 A-level classes all A*, can I apply A-level scores instead of GPA in high school? Thank u
I think so? I’m not sure though. You should ask them directly. A levels are equivalent to high school, so you should be able to only submit them, but you should ask them
Hey, what does it mean “so I take 4 A-level classes all A*”?
Is strong academic record required for this scholarship??
And what type of ECA is allowed there??
Hello, yes, you need a strong academic record and also a recommendation from your school. I believe you can submit any extracurriculars
Hi Hyun. Please what do they mean by nomination letter from high school. Is it like a reference letter from my high school administrator?
Thank you
No, high schools need to submit nomination through University of Toronto portal. If your school is not registered, they can do so at the official scholarship page. They have a form where high school administrators can submit