Dragon Boat Award for International Students in Canada

Lester B Pearson Scholarship in Canada 2025 at the University of Toronto. 

The scholarship covers all the expenses such as tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years. The University of Toronto is highly prestigious and one of the oldest Public Universities in Canada.

About the Scholarship

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships at the University of Toronto provide an unparalleled opportunity for outstanding international students to study at one of the world’s best universities in one of the world’s most multicultural cities. The scholarship program is intended to recognize 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.

Awarded annually, these scholarships recognize outstanding students from around the world, including international students studying at Canadian high schools. This is U of T’s most prestigious and competitive scholarship for international students. The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years. The scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto for first-entry, undergraduate programs. Each year approximately 37 students will be named Lester B. Pearson Scholars.

York University International Scholarship

Undergraduate degree program at York University. York University is a public research university located in Toronto, Ontario. It’s one of the largest universities in Canada.

 Criteria:

Academic Excellence: Must have an excellent academic record with a minimum “A” average or equivalent (where applicable).

Leadership and Achievement: Must have demonstrated leadership through community service or excellence in arts, sports, or other individual achievements (where applicable).

Supporting Documents: Must upload a letter of recommendation and other supporting documents as required.

The York University International Scholarships are available to start academic studies in Fall 2025. Most scholarships are given Automatically which means No separate application is required for the Scholarship. You are automatically considered for them. You only need to apply for the Undergraduate degree program at York University. 

Eligibility Criteria

International Student Status: Must be an international student requiring a Study Permit to study in Canada.

Program Eligibility: Must have applied to an undergraduate degree program starting in Fall 2025.

Direct Entry: Must have applied directly from high school within two years of graduation, with no prior university or college experience (not applicable to Tentanda Via Award).

Academic Excellence: Must have an excellent academic record with a minimum “A” average or equivalent (where applicable).

Leadership and Achievement: Must have demonstrated leadership through community service or excellence in arts, sports, or other individual achievements (where applicable).

Supporting Documents: Must upload a letter of recommendation and other supporting documents as required.

Must be enrolled in the OSSD or University Pathway Program

Minimum admission average of 80%.

Submission of a completed application form.

Submission of a thoughtfully crafted essay outlining their future academic and career goals.

Completion of the admission information form.

This Scholarship in Canada is open to international students from all around the world. The York University International Scholarships are available to start academic studies in Fall 2025. Most scholarships are given Automatically which means No separate application is required for the Scholarship.

Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Environmental Studies

 Education

Glendon

Health

Lassonde School of Engineering

Leadership and Achievement: Must have demonstrated leadership through community service or excellence in arts, sports, or other individual achievements (where applicable).

Supporting Documents: Must upload a letter of recommendation and other supporting documents as required.

Apply to York: Have applied to an undergraduate degree program at York University that starts in the Fall 2025 term.

Complete the Scholarship Application: Fill out the International Student Scholarship & Award Application form online.

Obtain York Reference Number: You’ll need a 9-digit York reference number, which you’ll receive within 5 business days of applying to York.

Admission requirements

Requirements for admission vary depending on where you attended high school, which UBC campus you hope to attend, and which degree you’re applying to. If you’re a mature student or have already completed some post-secondary education, you’ll have your own set of specific requirements.

International Baccalaureate students

If you are pursuing the International Baccalaureate diploma, you have your own set of general admissions and degree-specific requirements.

Understanding UBC’s admission requirements is an important first step. Select a campus and the degree you’re interested in to find the general and degree-specific requirements you’ll need to meet before you apply.