The University of Toronto offers an annual scholarship opportunity called the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program. This program is aimed at recognizing and rewarding academic and creative excellence among international students, as well as their leadership qualities within their schools. The University awards the prestigious Lester B. Pearson Scholars title to 37 deserving undergraduate students each year.
The Lester B. Pearson Scholarship is a comprehensive package that covers tuition, books, incidental fees, and full living expenses for a period of four years. This ensures that exceptional students who demonstrate outstanding qualities are given the opportunity to succeed and make the most out of their academic journey.
Here are the eligibility criteria for the Pearson International Scholarship:
- Applicants must be international students or non-Canadians requiring a study permit.
- They must be in their final year of high school or have graduated by June.
- Students who are already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered.
- Students starting their studies in January at another post-secondary institution cannot be considered.
The application process for the Pearson Scholarship includes the following steps:
1. Obtain a nomination from your school: High schools that have participated in previous years will receive their nomination access from July 1, 2024.
2. Apply to study at the University of Toronto: To be eligible for the scholarship, you must apply to the University of Toronto by October 18, 2024, with the intention of beginning your studies in September 2025. Keep in mind that the Pearson Scholarship is tied to your first choice of program at the University of Toronto. While you can apply for multiple programs and receive admission to all of them, if you are awarded the Pearson Scholarship, it will be restricted to your first choice of program.
3. Complete the online Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application: Once you have received a nomination and applied to the university, you can fill out the online scholarship application specifically for the Pearson Scholarship. This application must be completed by November 8, 2024. You will receive a private link to the scholarship application after successfully being nominated by your school.
4. Submit necessary documentation: Ensure that all required documentation is submitted online by November 8, 2024.
Important Deadlines for the Pearson Scholarship:
- School nomination deadline: October 11, 2024
- Student OUAC admission application deadline: October 18, 2024
- Student scholarship application and documentation submission deadline: November 8, 2024
It is crucial to adhere to these deadlines and follow the application process to be considered for the Pearson Scholarship at the University of Toronto.
For more details, please visit https://future.utoronto.ca/pearson/about/