Grant opportunity
Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarship 2027
The University of Toronto's flagship international scholarship will fully support about 37 exceptional students entering undergraduate study in September 2027.
- Funder
- University of Toronto
- School nomination deadline 9 October; U of T admission deadline 16 October; scholarship application deadline 6 November 2026
- School nomination deadline 9 October; U of T admission deadline 16 October; scholarship application deadline 6 November 2026: Nov 6, 2026
- Award
- Full tuition, books, incidental fees and residence support for four years
- Applicant
- International students requiring a Canadian study permit who are in their final year of secondary school in 2026-2027 or graduated no earlier than June 2026, will begin first-entry undergraduate study at the University of Toronto in September 2027 and are nominated by their school.
- Discipline
- Education and Higher Education
- Region
- Global / Canada
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2026
Call summary
Overview
The Pearson Scholarship recognises international students with exceptional academic achievement, creativity, leadership and positive contributions to their schools and communities.
Who can apply
Candidates must satisfy the international-student, school-completion and September 2027 entry rules. Each high school may nominate only one student, and nominees must also apply for undergraduate admission to the University of Toronto.
What it supports
- First-entry undergraduate study at the University of Toronto.
- Academic achievement, creativity, leadership and community impact.
- A school nomination followed by separate admission and scholarship applications.
Funding and duration
- The scholarship covers tuition, books, incidental fees and full residence support for four years.
- Approximately 37 Pearson Scholars are selected annually.
School nomination deadline 9 October; U of T admission deadline 16 October; scholarship application deadline 6 November 2026
School nomination deadline 9 October; U of T admission deadline 16 October; scholarship application deadline 6 November 2026: Nov 6, 2026
How to apply
Ask an eligible school to submit its nomination by 9 October, apply to U of T by 16 October, then use the private scholarship link to submit all scholarship materials by 6 November 2026.
Call details
Source-based overview
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship is the University of Toronto's most comprehensive award for international undergraduates. School-nominated candidates are assessed for academic excellence, creativity, leadership and their capacity to contribute to the global community.
Eligibility
Candidates must satisfy the international-student, school-completion and September 2027 entry rules. Each high school may nominate only one student, and nominees must also apply for undergraduate admission to the University of Toronto.
Funding and benefits
The scholarship covers tuition, books, incidental fees and full residence support for four years.
Approximately 37 Pearson Scholars are selected annually.
Themes and supported activities
First-entry undergraduate study at the University of Toronto.
Academic achievement, creativity, leadership and community impact.
A school nomination followed by separate admission and scholarship applications.
Deadline and timeline
School nomination deadline 9 October; U of T admission deadline 16 October; scholarship application deadline 6 November 2026: School nomination deadline 9 October; U of T admission deadline 16 October; scholarship application deadline 6 November 2026: Nov 6, 2026.
Applicants should confirm the exact deadline time, time zone, required documents, portal steps and any institutional approvals on the official call page before submitting.
How to apply
Ask an eligible school to submit its nomination by 9 October, apply to U of T by 16 October, then use the private scholarship link to submit all scholarship materials by 6 November 2026.
Before applying, check eligibility rules, budgets, attachments, page limits, partner requirements, cost-share conditions and whether the opportunity uses an expression of interest, full proposal, registration or nomination stage.