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Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship 2027 (University of Toronto)
U of T's flagship award for international school-leavers pays for four full years of study and residence. Only students nominated by their own secondary school can apply.
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Who it’s for
- International students (non-Canadians needing a study permit)
- Students in their final year of secondary school in 2026/27
- Students with top grades, creativity and leadership
- Applicants starting a U of T undergraduate degree in September 2027
What you get
Tuition, books, incidental fees and full residence costs covered for four years.
Requirements
- Secondary school results (e.g. WAEC)Check the official page
- Secondary school transcriptsCheck the official page
- Nomination from your secondary school
- Scholarship application responsesCheck the official page
- English proficiency as required for U of T admissionCheck the official page
How to apply
- Ask your principal or guidance counsellor to nominate you by 9 October 2026 (one nominee per school)
- Apply for admission to at least one U of T undergraduate programme by 16 October 2026
- Use the private link sent after nomination to complete the Pearson application
- Submit all scholarship documents by 6 November 2026
Timeline
- Opens6 Jul
- Closes6 Nov
Tips from past applicants
Talk to your school now — many Nigerian schools have never nominated before and need time to register. Show leadership and community impact, not only grades.
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