The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship at the University of Toronto is a prestigious and fully funded scholarship designed to attract exceptional international students from around the world. This scholarship provides a unique opportunity to study at one of the world’s leading universities, located in one of the most multicultural cities globally—Toronto, Canada. The scholarship is aimed at students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievements, creativity, and leadership skills, along with a significant impact on their school and community.
Key Features of the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship
University:
University of Toronto, Canada
Degree
Level: Undergraduate
Scholarship
Coverage: Fully Funded (Tuition, Books, Incidental Fees, Full
Residence Support for 4 Years)
Eligible
Nationalities: All Nationalities (International
Students)
Award
Country: Canada
Last
Date to Apply: November 8, 2024
Scholarship Benefits
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship
provides comprehensive financial support to cover all aspects of a student’s
education for four years, including:
Tuition
Fees:
Full coverage of tuition fees for the duration of the program.
Books
and Materials: Necessary books and study materials will
be provided.
Health
Insurance: Coverage of health insurance throughout the study
period.
Accommodation:
Full residence support for all four years of undergraduate study.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship,
applicants must meet the following criteria:
International
Student: Must be a non-Canadian requiring a study permit.
Final
Year of Secondary School: Applicants must be in their final
year of high school or have graduated no earlier than June 2024.
University
Admission: Applicants must begin their studies at the
University of Toronto in September 2025. Those already attending post-secondary
studies or beginning studies in January 2025 at another institution are not
eligible.
Application Process
The application process for the Lester B. Pearson
International Scholarship involves several steps:
School
Nomination: Students must be nominated by their high school.
Schools not already verified by the University of Toronto must submit an
application to participate in the nomination process.
University
Application: Apply to study at the University of
Toronto by October 18, 2024, for the September 2025 intake.
Scholarship
Application: After receiving a nomination and
applying to the university, candidates will receive a secure link to complete
the online scholarship application by November 8, 2024.
Documentation:
Submit all necessary documentation online by November 8, 2024.
Deadlines:
School
Nomination Deadline: October 11, 2024
OUAC
Admission Application Deadline: October 18, 2024
Scholarship
Application Deadline: November 8, 2024
Important Notices
Academic
Integrity: The use of AI tools like ChatGPT to create content
for the application is prohibited and will be considered an academic offence,
leading to disqualification.
Fraud
Warning: Be cautious of fraudulent emails or agencies
offering assistance with the scholarship. The University of Toronto does not
work with recruitment agents.
Privacy:
For donor-funded awards, the university may share recipient information with
donors.
How to Get Nominated
If your school is already verified, they will receive
a nomination form starting July 1, 2024. Schools can nominate only one student
per year. If your school is not verified, they must apply for participation by
submitting a form beginning July 1, 2024.
For more information or to apply, visit the University
of Toronto's Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship page or contact your
school’s guidance counselor.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to study at
one of the top universities in the world with all expenses covered. If you are
an exceptional student with a passion for leadership and community impact, this
scholarship could be your gateway to a transformative educational experience in
Canada.
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