Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program 2020
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program is open to international students who want to pursue undergraduate studies at University of Toronto Canada. Each year approximately 37 students will be named Lester B. Pearson Scholars. The purpose of this scholarship is to acknowledge global students who show outstanding academic achievement and creativity and who are acknowledged as leaders in their college. Particular emphasis is put on the effect the student has had on the lives of their college and society and on their future ability to make a positive contribution to the worldwide society. These scholarships are awarded annually to excellent students from around the globe, including global students studying at Canadian high schools. This is the most prestigious and competitive scholarship to global students.
Courses Offered:
- Physical & Mathematical Sciences
- Commerce & Management
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Kinesiology & Physical Education
- Music
- Architecture
Scholarship Coverage
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years. The scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto.
Eligibility Criteria
An international student nominated by their school will be invited to submit an application to the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship program. The complete eligibility criteria is:
- Required Language: English
- Eligible Countries: All world countries
- An international student
- An original and creative thinker
- Committed to school and community
- A high achiever in academic and creative pursuits
- Enthusiastic about learning and intellectual exploration
- Have demonstrated strong leadership skills
- Currently in their final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2019
- Intending to begin university in the upcoming academic year (students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered)
How to Apply for Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program 2020?
Please follow the following application instructions to apply for Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program 2020:
- Receive a nomination from your school (High schools not already contacted/verified are asked to submit an application to participate in our program, available here.)
- Apply to study at the University of Toronto to begin your studies in 2020 and complete your application for admission by the appropriate deadlines.
- Once we’ve received a nomination and you’ve applied to the university, you can complete the online Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application.
Websites
http://www.future.utoronto.ca/content/lester-b-pearson-international-scholarship-program