The University of Toronto Lester B Pearson Scholarship 2023-2024 

The University of Toronto is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Overview of The University: 

Established in 1827, the University of Toronto is Canada’s largest university, recognized as a global leader in research and teaching. U of T’s distinguished faculty, institutional record of groundbreaking scholarship, and wealth of innovative academic opportunities continually attract outstanding students and academics from around the world. 

About the scholarship: 

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.

Scholarship Details: 

• Country: Canada
• Host: the University of Toronto (U of T)
• Type: Fully Funded
• Study Level: Undergraduate Only
• Gender: Males and Females
• No of Awards: 37
• The award has taken in: Canada
• Targets: International Students

Eligibility for Lester B Pearson Scholarship in Canada:

The following are the Criteria for Lester B Pearson International Undergraduate Scholarship in Canada:

• An international student (i.e. a non-Canadian requiring a study permit);
• currently in your final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2023.
• beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2024 (students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered; students starting their studies in January 2024 at another post-secondary institution cannot be considered).

Lester B. Pearson Scholarship Benefits 2024: 

Candidates will have financial Coverage throughout their Entire Study duration at the University of Toronto for the Lester b Pearson Scholarship 2023:

• Full Tuition Fees.
• Books will be Provided.
• Incidental Allowance
• Full Support During the 4 Years Program.

List of Undergraduate Courses Open for Lester B Pearson Scholarship

• Life Sciences.
• Engineering.
• Computer Science.
• Music, and Architecture.
• Commerce and Management.
• Humanities and Social Sciences.
• Kinesiology and Physical Education.
• Physical and Mathematical Sciences.
• For more: https://tinyurl.com/mrxrruzz

Documents Required: 

The Following are the Documents Required for Undergraduate Admission at U of T for the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship: 

• High School Certificate.
• English language proficiency- TOEFL/ IELTS.
• Statement of Purpose to study in Canada/ Essay.
• Study/ Visa Permit.
• Video Interview May be Required.
• Physical Interview.

Application procedure: 

• Receive a nomination from your school. High schools not already contacted/verified are asked to apply to participate in this program, which will be available here in September. (external link) 
• High schools that have participated in a previous year will receive their nomination access starting in early September.
• Apply to study at the University of Toronto: https://tinyurl.com/3atabrfd, to begin your studies in September 2024 and complete your application for admission by the appropriate deadlines.  Please be advised that you will be considered for the Pearson Scholarship for your first choice of program at U of T.  
• You may apply for several programs and may receive admission to them all; however, the Pearson Scholarship, if awarded to you, would be restricted to your first choice of the program at U of T at the time our scholarship decisions are made.
• Once we’ve received a nomination and you’ve applied to the university, you can complete the online Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application.  You will receive a private link to the scholarship application when you are successfully nominated by your school.

Application link: https://tinyurl.com/3j92rr2j

Application Deadline

The Last Date for Lester B Pearson for International Students in Canada 2024 are: 

• School nomination deadline: November 30, 2023
• Student OUAC admission application deadline: December 15, 2023 (Please note this is the final date to apply to the OUAC; although you can apply up to December 15, 2023, it is recommended you apply for admission through the OUAC as soon as possible. The recommended date to apply for admission is before November 7, 2023, as spaces in programs fill up quickly and popular programs may close early.)
• Student scholarship application deadline: January 15, 2024.

Official website: https://tinyurl.com/3j92rr2j