The Lester B. Pearson Overseas Scholarship at the University of Toronto is one of the most prominent options for overseas students looking for a fully financed scholarship in Canada. Students that exhibit extraordinary academic achievement, inventiveness, and leadership potential are recognized with this globally renowned prize.
Approximately 37 exceptional foreign students are chosen as Pearson Scholars each year. The scholarship is an investment in future global leaders who are dedicated to making significant contributions to their communities and beyond, rather than only providing financial support.
This might be a life-changing opportunity if you are graduating in 2026 or 2027 and intend to start your undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto in September 2027. Verify your eligibility and discuss the nomination procedure with your school to start the process of becoming a Pearson Scholar.
Host Country: Canada
Funded By: The Lester B. Pearson Overseas Scholarship
University: University of Toronto
Opportunity Type: Bachelor’s
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded,
Eligibility Criteria:
- International Student Status: In order to study in Canada, applicants must be international students who currently hold a valid study permit.
- Recent Secondary School Graduate: Applicants must have graduated no earlier than June 2026 or be in their last year of secondary school during the 2026–2027 school year.
- Program Start Date: Candidates must intend to enroll in the University of Toronto’s undergraduate program in September 2027.
- School Nomination: Through the formal Pearson Scholarship nomination procedure at the University of Toronto, students must be nominated by their high school. Applications won’t be taken into consideration without a school nomination.
- Eligibility Requirements: This award is not available to students who are currently enrolled in post-secondary education or who intend to start coursework at another institution or university before September 2027.
Benefits:
- All-inclusive Four-Year Funding: Provides full support for on-campus living, textbooks, incidentals, and tuition for the duration of the undergraduate degree.
- Open to Students Worldwide: With recipients hailing from over 188 nations, this program is accessible to foreign students worldwide.
- Prior to submitting their scholarship application, applicants must first receive a nomination from their high school.
- University of Toronto-only: Only first-entry undergraduate programs at the University of Toronto are eligible for the grant.
Deadline: 15 October 2026
