Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship 2023-2024 | How to Apply
The details for the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship application have been released and are available here. All eligible and interested applicants are encouraged to apply online for this opportunity before the closing date in 2023.
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship is open to international students who exhibit outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential.
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Application Details:
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship, known as the Pearson Scholarship, is a prestigious scholarship program offered by the University of Toronto, Canada. Established in 2008 in honor of Lester B. Pearson, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and former Canadian Prime Minister, the scholarship recognizes and supports exceptional international students demonstrating academic excellence, leadership skills, and a commitment to community service.
The scholarship covers a fully-funded undergraduate education at the University of Toronto, a globally recognized institution for academic excellence and research. It includes the full cost of tuition, books, incidental fees, and provides a living allowance for the four-year program. Beyond financial support, the Pearson Scholarship offers a unique opportunity for students to engage in a vibrant academic and social community, develop valuable leadership skills, and join a diverse network of scholars and professionals.
The Pearson Scholarship is highly competitive, with only a select few chosen each year from a global pool of applicants. To be eligible, applicants must be international students (not Canadian citizens or permanent residents), currently in their final year of secondary school or graduated within the last two years. They must demonstrate outstanding academic achievements, leadership skills, and a commitment to community service.
Requirements for Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship:
Applicants must meet rigorous academic standards, with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of A- (or equivalent) in their last two years of study. Proficiency in English is also required, demonstrated through standardized test scores such as TOEFL or IELTS.
Leadership and community service are equally crucial criteria. Applicants are expected to exhibit a strong record of leadership and community service in their school or community, providing evidence of involvement in extracurricular activities, volunteer work, or initiatives that positively impact their community.
Application Process:
To apply for the Pearson Scholarship, nominees must follow these steps:
- Receive a nomination from their school.
- Apply to study at the University of Toronto for the 2023 academic year and complete the admission application by the relevant deadlines.
- Once nominated and the university application is submitted, candidates will receive a personalized, secure link to the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship application.
Selection Process:
The selection process is rigorous, involving a comprehensive application package including academic transcripts, standardized test scores, essays, and letters of recommendation. Shortlisted candidates undergo a video interview, and finalists are chosen for an in-person interview.
Fraud Notice
Please note the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship Program at the University of Toronto does not interact with agencies or educational “agents” in order to recruit students or offer scholarships. Please be cautioned against any agents providing false acceptances or requiring fees for unaffiliated third parties. Pearson Scholarship recipients can only be nominated by their current secondary school through our online process and the scholarship is available only to undergraduate degree applicants. If you have any questions, please contact us at pearson.scholarship@utoronto.ca(external link)
