Lester B Pearson Scholarships 2027-28 in Canada [Fully Funded] | Free Study in Canada

Overview

The Lester B. Pearson Scholarship covers full tuition, health insurance, an accidental-coverage allowance and book costs for four years of undergraduate study at the University of Toronto, open to non-Canadian citizens with an outstanding academic record who are in their final year of secondary school or graduated no earlier than June 2026. Applications close 16 October 2026.

About University of Toronto

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship is the University of Toronto's most prestigious undergraduate entrance scholarship for international students, covering full tuition, books and residence fees for the full four years of an undergraduate degree. It's awarded to students identified through the university's regular admissions process — there's no separate scholarship application form to fill out.

Coverage & Financial Benefits

• Full Tuition Fees will be granted to the selected candidates.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance During the Entire Program.
• Accidental Allowance.
• Book expenses will be provided.
• Complete support in study-related expenses during the 4-year program

Requirements & Eligibility

• All interested students must be International Citizens other than Canadians.
• Students must have outstanding academic records in their previous studies.
• Students who are in their final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2026 are eligible to apply.
• The applicant must be able to join the study programs at the University of Toronto in September 2027.
• Students should demonstrate a sincere desire to have a good influence on both their local communities and society at large. This can be proven by their prior volunteer activity, advocacy activities, or projects that tackle social, environmental or economic issues.
• Applicants should have a history of exhibiting strong leadership abilities and showing leadership potential in extracurricular, community or educational programs.

Required Documents

How to Apply

1. 1Apply for undergraduate admission to the University of Toronto in the normal way, since Pearson Scholars are identified from within the general applicant pool rather than through a separate application.
2. 2Check whether your school participates in the scholarship's nomination process, since some entry routes depend on a school-level nomination rather than self-application.
3. 3Submit a strong, complete application with any required supplementary essays by the University of Toronto's international application deadline, since consideration depends on the strength of your regular admissions file.