Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship 2027: Fully Funded Undergraduate Opportunity at the University of Toronto
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship 2027 offers outstanding international students an opportunity to study at the University of Toronto (U of T), Canada, with financial support covering tuition, books, incidental fees and full residence support for four years. About 37 students are selected annually.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be international students, be completing their final year of secondary school in 2026/2027 or have graduated no earlier than June 2026, and plan to begin undergraduate studies at U of T in September 2027. Selection focuses on academic excellence, creativity, leadership and community impact.
“Pearson Scholars demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, creativity, and potential to contribute positively to the global community.”
Step-by-Step: How to Apply
1. Get nominated by your school: Speak to your principal, counsellor or school administrator. Each eligible high school can nominate one student. The school nomination deadline is October 9, 2026.
2. Apply to the University of Toronto: Submit an undergraduate application through the appropriate application route. To be considered for Pearson, your U of T admission application must be submitted by October 16, 2026.
3. Receive the Pearson application link: After your school nominates you and you have applied to U of T, the university will provide access to the Pearson Scholarship application.
4. Complete the scholarship application: Submit the required information and documentation before November 6, 2026.
5. Monitor official communication: Use your U of T applicant information and official university channels for updates. Avoid agents requesting payment or promising scholarship placement; U of T warns about fraudulent Pearson scholarship offers.
Important Links
Official Pearson Scholarship page
University of Toronto application information
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship 2027 is a highly competitive fully funded undergraduate scholarship for exceptional international students. Eligible students should start early by contacting their school and preparing their U of T admission application before the deadlines.
