Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarship 2026 in Canada – Fully Funded

Posted on 30-July-2025

Are you a high-achieving student with good leadership skills who wants to study in Canada? The Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarship 2026 at the University of Toronto provides an excellent opportunity for bright international students, including those from Pakistan, to pursue their undergraduate studies at one of the world's top-ranked universities while receiving full funding.

About the Scholarship

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship is intended to award international students who have displayed outstanding academic achievement and creativity, as well as acknowledged leadership in their school and society. The fellowship is named after Lester Bowles Pearson, a Canadian Nobel Peace Prize winner and former Prime Minister.
Every year, roughly 37 students from throughout the world are chosen to win this distinguished honor. The program not only funds their studies, but also connects them to a global community of changemakers.

Overview of the Scholarship

Host Country	Canada
Provider	University of Toronto
Degree Level	Undergraduate
Eligible Courses	All undergraduate Programs offered at the University of Toronto
Benefits	Fully Funded
Eligible Nationalities	All international students
Deadline	November 7, 2025

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the scholarship, you must:

• Be an international student (non-Canadians need a study permit).
• Be in your final year of high school or have graduated no earlier than June 2025.
• Be recommended by your current school (each school may nominate one kid every year).
• Plan to begin your undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto in September 2026.
• Apply to the University of Toronto as your first option.

Scholarship Benefits

The Lester B. Pearson Scholarship is a fully funded program that covers:

• Full tuition fees for four years
• Books and academic materials
• Incidental fees
• Full residence support including accommodation and meals

Application Submission

Please submit your application no later than November 7, 2025.That the final deadline, so don’t wait too long!

Apply now