2026 Lester B Pearson Scholarship at the University of Toronto
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.
A special emphasis is placed on the impact the student has had on the life of their school and community, and their future potential to contribute positively to the global community.
Awarded annually, these scholarships recognize outstanding students from around the world, including international students studying at Canadian high schools.
This is U of T’s most prestigious and competitive scholarship for international students. The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years.
The scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto for first-entry, undergraduate programs. Each year approximately 37 students will be named Lester B. Pearson Scholars.
The University has more than 700 Undergraduate degree programs in the areas:
- Life Sciences
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- Music and Architecture
- Commerce & Management
- Humanities & Social Sciences
- Kinesiology & Physical Education
- Physical & Mathematical Sciences
Overview of the 2026 Lester B Pearson Scholarship
- Type: Undergraduate scholarship
- Country to study: Canada
- School to study: University of Toronto
- Sponsor: Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships
- No of Scholarships: 37
- Duration: 4 years
- Eligible Countries: All
- Scholarship Perks: Full Tuition, Books and Incidental fees, Accommodation
- Application Deadline: 17th October, 2025
Requirements for the 2026 Lester B Pearson Scholarship
- International students from all countries can apply.
- Canadian citizens are not eligible for the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship.
- An applicant must be nominated by the school or college.
- The student must apply for admission to the University of Toronto.
- Applicant must be a current student in the final year of secondary school.
- In case the applicant has graduated from high school, the graduation should not be earlier than June 2025.
- The applicants must not have started their post-secondary studies at any institute.
- The classes will begin in September 2026.
The Scholarship Covers:
- Full tuition fees for four years.
- Book allowance will be given.
- Incidental costs will be fully covered.
- Accommodation is fully covered.
Application Guidelines for the 2026 Lester B Pearson Scholarship
Follow the steps:
- Your high school must nominate you.
- If your school isn’t already participating, they need to apply.
- You’ll receive a personalized scholarship application link after your school nominates you and you apply to U of T.
- Only your first choice of undergraduate program will be considered.
- Complete the online application through the provided link.
