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The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship at the University of Toronto is a prestigious and fully funded scholarship designed for exceptional international students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, creativity, and leadership potential. This scholarship aims to recognize students who have the ability to make a positive impact in their schools, communities, and the world. For the 2026 intake, the scholarship will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years, making it one of the most generous awards for bachelor’s degree programs globally. Applicants must be nominated by their high schools and meet strict eligibility criteria to be considered for this distinguished honor.

The University of Toronto, located in Canada, is one of the world’s leading research universities, renowned for its academic excellence and vibrant campus life. It offers a wide range of bachelor’s degree programs across various fields, encouraging students to explore their interests while developing critical thinking and leadership skills. With a diverse international student community, state-of-the-art facilities, and strong ties to industries and research institutions, the university provides an ideal environment for scholars to grow academically and personally. Lester B. Pearson Scholars join a unique network of talented students and benefit from mentorship and opportunities that prepare them to become future global leaders. 📚 Register now for our new programs at MK SCHOLARS.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS
• Fully covers tuition fees for four years of undergraduate study.
• Provides books and required learning materials.
• Covers incidental fees (e.g., student activity and health fees).
• Offers full residence support, including room and board.
• Provides opportunities for mentorship and leadership development.
• Gives access to a global network of scholars and international community at the University of Toronto.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
• Must be an international student (non-Canadian requiring a study permit).
• Must be enrolled in the final year of secondary school in 2025/2026 or have graduated no earlier than June 2025.
• Must begin undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto in September 2026.
• Must not have started post-secondary studies at any institution before applying.
• Must be nominated by their high school (only one nomination per school).
• Must apply for admission to the University of Toronto through the Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC).
• Must demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, creativity, and leadership potential.

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
• Humanities
• Social Sciences
• Natural Sciences
• Mathematics & Computer Science
• Engineering & Applied Sciences
• Commerce & Business
• Arts & Fine Arts
• Interdisciplinary Studies

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
• Official high school transcript.
• Letter of recommendation from the high school principal or designated school official.
• School nomination form confirming you are the nominated student.
• Personal statement/essay highlighting leadership, creativity, and achievements.
• Supplementary forms provided via the personalized scholarship application link.
• Proof of English language proficiency (if required, e.g., TOEFL or IELTS).

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
• School Nomination: Your high school must nominate you for the scholarship. Only one student per school can be nominated.
• University Application: Apply for admission to the University of Toronto through the Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC) by the deadline using the link at the bottom of this page.
• Receive Scholarship Link: Once nominated and your university application is submitted, you will receive a personalized scholarship application link.
• Complete Scholarship Application: Fill out the online scholarship application through the provided link.
• Submit Required Documents: Upload all necessary documents (transcripts, letters, essays, etc.) via the scholarship portal.
• Wait for Selection: Scholarship recipients are selected based on academic excellence, leadership, creativity, and global impact potential.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Scholarship is fully funded for the full duration of the undergraduate program (4 years).
• Open to all undergraduate programs at the University of Toronto.
• Encourages applicants who demonstrate leadership, creativity, and a global outlook.

📚 Register now for our new programs at MK SCHOLARS.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
• School Nomination Deadline: October 10, 2025
• University Application (OUAC) Deadline: October 17, 2025
• Scholarship Application Deadline: November 7, 2025















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