Islamabad, July 21, 2025: If you are a bright international student looking for an opportunity of studying at one of best Canada universities, the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship 2026 is perfect for you. This is one of the most prestigious fully funded undergraduate scholarships in the country offered by the University of Toronto.
Named after Nobel Peace Prize winner and former Canadian Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson, the scholarship covers everything – including tuition fees, books, incidental charges, and four years of on-campus accommodation. This allows selected students to focus on their studies without worrying about money.
Every year, only 37 international students are chosen from around the world. To apply, students must first be nominated by their high school. Then they must apply to the University of Toronto through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) and finally complete the online scholarship form.
This scholarship is available for all undergraduate programs offered by the university, covering over 700 disciplines such as:
- Life Sciences
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Business and Commerce
- Music & Architecture
- Physical & Mathematical Sciences
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Kinesiology & Physical Education
What It Covers
- 100% tuition fee waiver for four years
- Allowance for books and study materials
- All incidental and student fees
- Free on-campus housing for the entire degree duration
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Who Can Apply?
- Must be an international student (non-Canadian)
- Must be in final year of high school or graduated after June 2025
- Must not have started any university-level studies
- Must be ready to begin studies in September 2026
- Must be nominated by a participating school
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How to Apply
- Apply to an undergraduate program at U of T via OUAC.
- Get a school nomination from your current high school.
- Ensure your school is a registered nominator.
- Choose your first-choice program carefully, as the scholarship applies only to it.
- Once nominated and applied, you’ll receive a personal scholarship application link.
- Submit your complete application before 17th October 2025.
This is a life changing opportunity for students dreaming of world-class education in Canada.
