University of Toronto Lester B. Pearson Scholarship 2027: Official Deadlines

The University of Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship is open for the 2027 entry cycle. It is one of the university's major awards for outstanding international students entering undergraduate study.

Official 2027 Deadlines

• School nomination deadline: October 9, 2026.
• OUAC admission application deadline: October 16, 2026.
• Scholarship application and documentation deadline: November 6, 2026.

Who Should Apply

• International students who require a study permit to study in Canada.
• Students with strong academic achievement, creativity and leadership in school or community life.
• Students nominated by their school for the Pearson Scholarship process.
• Applicants planning to begin undergraduate study at the University of Toronto in 2027.

Scholarship Value

The Pearson Scholarship covers tuition, books, incidental fees and full residence support for four years, subject to the university's official award conditions.

How to Apply

1. Ask your school about nomination for the Pearson Scholarship.
2. Apply for undergraduate admission to the University of Toronto before the OUAC deadline.
3. After nomination and admission application, complete the scholarship application by the official deadline.
4. Use the University of Toronto Pearson Scholarship page for the latest instructions.

Important Note

The official scholarship page lists November 6, 2026 as the student scholarship application and documentation deadline. Applicants should rely on that date unless the university updates the page.