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Brief description:

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program at the University of Toronto is intended to recognize international students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and creativity and who are recognized as leaders within their school. A special emphasis is placed on the impact the student has had on the life of their school and community, and their future potential to contribute positively to the global community.

Host Institution(s):

University of Toronto, Canada

Level/Field of study:

Undergraduate programme offered at the University

Number of Awards:

Each year, approximately 37 students will be named Lester B. Pearson Scholars.

Target group:

International students from around the world, including international students studying at Canadian high schools.

Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:

The scholarship will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years.

Eligibility:

To be eligible to apply to the Pearson International Scholarship, you must be:

• • an international student (i.e. a non-Canadian requiring a study permit);
• • currently in your final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2020/21
• • beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2020/21 (students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered; students starting their studies in January 2020/21 at another post-secondary institution cannot be considered)

English Language Requirements

English is the language of instruction and examination at U of T, and success in our degree programs requires a high level of English language proficiency.

If English is not your first language (i.e. is not the first language you learned at home as a child), you will need to provide evidence of adequate English facility for admission consideration, unless you qualify for an exemption. 

You may qualify for an exemption from the English facility requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You have completed/are completing four or more years of full-time study in a recognized Canadian school (in Canada) that teaches in English
• You have completed/are completing four or more years of full-time study in an English language school located in a country where the dominant language is English
• Your first language is French and you have completed four or more years of full-time studies at a Canadian school

You must be sure to provide your full academic history on your application for admission and provide all relevant transcripts to U of T (after you have submitted your application), so that we can automatically consider you for an exemption on the basis of these criteria.

All applicants, including those who must present proof of English facility, will be required to present a senior level English course (equivalent to Ontario ENG4U/EAE4U) for admission to all undergraduate programs. The English course result will be considered in the admissions process and calculated as part of an applicant’s admission average.
 

Tests/Qualifications That Provide Acceptable Evidence of English Facility

If you are required to present evidence of English language facility, you can satisfy the requirement by completing one of the tests/qualifications listed below with acceptable results.   We will not accept your Grade 12 English results, your results in any other English course/tests, or letters of reference from your school or employer for this purpose.

If you meet the admission and program-specific requirements, but not the University’s English Language Requirements, you might be a candidate for one of our English Language Transition Programs.

If you are unsure as to whether you are required to submit evidence of English facility, contact Enrolment Services for more information.  

We strongly advise you to complete your test and submit your scores to us well in advance of published deadlines. It may take several weeks from the time your test results are released until they reach Enrolment Services

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Module

The minimum requirement is an overall band of 6.5, with no band below 6.0. For information and registration, visit www.ielts.org. U of T Mississauga also operates a Test Centre that serves the Greater Toronto Area. Note: we do not accept the IELTS Indicator test

We only accept scores submitted electronically by the IELTS test centre. Copies of paper Test Report Forms will not be accepted. An institutional code is not required. Contact your IELTS test centre directly to arrange for your scores to be sent electronically to our account via the IELTS Results Service. All test centres worldwide are able to transmit your scores to our system. You must provide the following information to your test centre when submitting:IELTS Results Service Account name: University of Toronto – Undergraduate and Graduate ProgramsIELTS Results Service Account address: 172 St. George St., Toronto ON M5R 0A3

English Language Requirements

Application instructions:

Applications are currently closed but will open shortly.

To become a Pearson Scholar, you must be nominated by your school and apply to undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto. To apply, you’ll need to:

• • Receive a nomination from your school.  (High schools not already contacted/verified are asked to submit an application for nomination rights available here.)
• • Apply to study at the University of Toronto to begin your studies in 2020/21 and complete your application for admission by the appropriate deadlines.
• • Once the University received a nomination and you’ve applied to the university, you can complete the online Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application.

The school nomination deadline is 29 November 2020. The student admissions deadline is 13 December 2020 (you are recommended to apply before 7 November 2020).The scholarship application deadline is 15 January 2020/21.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Study Where the World Comes Together

Established in 1827, the University of Toronto is Canada’s largest university, recognized as a global leader in research and teaching. U of T’s distinguished faculty, institutional record of groundbreaking scholarship and wealth of innovative academic opportunities continually attract outstanding students and academics from around the world. Few other universities offer as great a diversity of programs and resources.

U of T is committed to providing a learning experience which benefits from both a scale almost unparalleled in North America and from the close-knit learning communities made possible through its college system and academic divisions. U of T has 700 undergraduate programs in Humanities & Social Sciences, Life Sciences, Physical & Mathematical Sciences, Commerce & Management, Computer Science, Engineering, Kinesiology & Physical Education, Music, and Architecture.

Located in and around Toronto, one of the world’s most diverse regions, U of T’s vibrant academic life is defined by a unique degree of cultural diversity in its learning community. The city of Toronto is rated as one of the safest large cities in the world and one of the best places to live — it’s a city that draws the best and the brightest, who come seeking world-class business, culture and education. Toronto hosts more than 30 major festivals and cultural events annually, has the third largest public transit system in North America, and hosts over 8000 hectares of park space. Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area is a place with changing landscapes, welcoming communities and exciting opportunities.

A World-Renowned University

The University of Toronto stands among the top research universities in the world. U of T’s 44 libraries make up the third largest library system in North America, we produce more research than almost any other institution worldwide and our 500,000+ alumni can be found across the globe. Our students learn from leading scholars and academics who come to U of T for its world-class facilities and global prestige. An education from the University of Toronto is not only internationally recognized, it is highly regarded and easily transferable — in fact, our graduates are considered some of the world’s most employable.

U of T’s reputation attracts students from 165 countries and regions. They participate in hundreds of clubs, compete in 25 varsity sports and take part in unique learning opportunities. Our Colleges and undergraduate faculties give students the support of small, welcoming communities, while also the benefits of a large, internationally connected institution.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website:  http://future.utoronto.ca/pearson/about#about