Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships in Canada

For International students with high academic profiles and leadership qualities, seeking to study in Canada, the Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships at the University of Toronto is an excellent deal to pursue.

This scholarship is intended for students with exceptional academic achievement and creativity who have been recognized as global leaders by their schools. This merit-based prize is awarded to approximately 37 students annually at the University of Toronto.

The Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships is an annual program that provides a rare opportunity for international students to study in one of the best world best universities and one of the most multi-cultured cities in the world.

It is available to individuals seeking to pursue Bachelor’s Degree for the first time. Such high academically excellent students are nominated by their High School Head and the school can only nominate one student in a year.

So, once the nomination is approved, the student can apply to the University of Toronto. The university will in turn notify successful applicants. This scholarship covers the full tuition fee for Students for four years.

 

The Value of the scholarship:

The Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships covers tuition, book, incidental fee, and full residence support for four years.

 

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for the Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships, you must be:

1.     An international student who requires a permit to study in Canada.

2.   Currently in your final year of secondary school or have graduated not later than the application year.

3. Beginning your studies at the University of Toronto by September next year. Students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered.

 

Application Process

To apply for the Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships, you need the follow this process:

1.     Receive a nomination form from your High School (your school must be one of those already verified and contacted).

2.     Apply to study at the University of Toronto, to begin your studies the following year. Complete your application for admission by the appropriate deadline.

Note that the Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships work with your first choice of program at the University of Toronto at the time of the Scholarship decision.

3.     Once, the student has completed the above, he can complete the online Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships application

 

Note: The University of Toronto and the Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships body do not work with recruitment agents or educational agencies for this exercise and so, international students are advised to follow instructions on the official website and apply directly to the school.

Click here to access the official website and apply.