FULL SCHOLARSHIP (FS)
Intended for high school graduates whose general weighted average (GWA) is at least 90% or its equivalent, and for graduating high school students whose GWA is at least 90% or its equivalent in the third year and at least 90% in the first three grading periods of the fourth year, who will enroll in identified priority courses in duly authorized public or private higher education institutions (HEIs).
PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIP (PS)
Intended for high school graduates whose GWA is at least 85% or its equivalent and for graduating high school students whose GWA is at least 85% in the third year and at least 85% in the first three grading periods of the fourth year, who will enroll in identified priority courses in duly authorized public HEIs
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be a Filipino citizen;
- Must be a high school graduate; candidate for graduation; with earned units in college; passer of ALS/PEPT;
- Must have a combined annual gross income of parents/guardian not to exceed P300,000.00;
- Must avail of only one CHED scholarship or financial assistance program; and
- Must not be a graduate of any degree program.
*ln highly exceptional cases where income exceeds P300,000.00, the CHEDRO
StuFAPs Committee shall determine the merits of the application.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND DOCUMENTARY REQUIREMENTS
Student applicants should submit the accomplished CHED StuFAPs Application (StuFAPs Form 1) directly to the CHED Regional Office concerned.
However, applicants who intend to enroll in State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) shall directly submit their StuFAPs Form 1 to the concerned SUCs as stipulated in the Calendar of Activities (Annex A).
In the selection of scholars/grantees/borrowers, the following percentage distribution shall be used in the ranking:
Criteria/Percentage
1. Academic Performance (60 points)
- GWA – for high school graduates and for graduating high school, average of GWAs for third year level and average of the first three grading periods of fourth year level
- At least a passing grade (for those with earned units in college) in all subjects in the last two (2) semesters
- ALS – Accreditation and Equivalency Test
- Passer Certificate (maximum of 80 percent)
- PEPT – Advancing to College Level Certificate (maximum of 80 percent)
2. Annual Gross Income (40 points)
Total Points: 100
FINANCIAL BENEFITS
The package of financial assistance to scholars/grantees/borrowers shall cover the completion of the degree program. The financial benefits per academic year (AY) are as follows:
Scholarship
A. SSP
Full Scholarship: PhP 30,000
Partial Scholarship: PhP 15,000
B. PESFA: PhP 15,000
Grants-in-Aid
Tulong Dunong PhP 6,000
per academic year based on PhP 9,000
tuition and other fees of HEIs PhP 12,000
Study Now Pay Later Plan PhP 15,000
Modes of Payment
The release of financial benefits shall be as follows:
Mode 1 – CHEDROs release financial benefits directly to scholars / grantees / borrowers;
Mode 2 – CHEDROs transfer financial benefits to scholars / grantees / borrowers through HEIs with ten (10) or more beneficiaries; and
Mode 3 – CHEDROs transfer financial benefits to scholars / grantees / borrowers through authorized banks.
Academic requirement for application
For incoming freshmen
- For fourth year high school applicants: third year grades and first three grading periods of fourth year;
- For high school graduates fourth year report card (form 138)
For applicants with earned units in college
- Certificate of grades in all subjects in completed semesters
For other applicants
- ALS – Accreditation and Equivalency Test Passer Certificate
- PEPT – Certificate of Advancing to the Next Level
Other requirements
1. Any one of the following:
- Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) of parents or guardian,
- Certificate of Tax Exemption from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR),
- Certificate of Indigency from their Barangay,
- Case Study from Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), or Affidavit of No Income
- For children of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) and seafarers, a latest copy of contract or proof of income may be considered.
2. Certificate of good moral character from the last school attended.
Requirements for the processing of financial benefits of scholars, grantees and borrowers
For new scholars, grantees and borrowers:
- Copy of notice of award;
- Copy of Certificate of Enrollment/Registration Form or Official Receipt of Payment; and
- StuFAPs Contract
- for scholars and grantees – CHED Scholarship/Grant Agreement (StuFAPs Form 9.2)
- for borrowers – SNPLP Loan Agreement (StuFAPs Form 9.3)
For on-going scholars, grantees and borrowers:
- Photocopy of the certificate of enrollment/registration form;
- Certified true copy of grades during the previous semester issued by the registrar or his/her authorized school representative; and
- Photocopy of valid school ID, upon claim of financial benefits.
Guidelines for scholars, grantees and borrowers
- Enroll in identified priority courses in duly authorized HEIs;
- Maintain a weighted average grade of at least 2.5, B or 80% for scholars, and a weighted average grade of at least a passing grade for grantees and borrowers;
- Carry a normal academic load and finish within the duration of the course or curricular program;
- Transfer only to duly authorized higher education institutions and to identified priority courses upon approval of concerned CHEDRO; and
- Request approval from CHEDRO to defer enrolment during the semester for meritorious reasons for not more than one AY in the whole duration of the academic program.
Grounds for termination of scholarship/grant/loan
- Failure to maintain at least a weighted average grade of 2.5, B or 80% for scholars and a passing grade for grantees and borrowers within a given term;
- Dropping out from school without notifying the CHEDRO concerned;
- Deferment of scholarship/grant/loan without approval from CHEDRO;
- Carrying academic load below the normal number of units prescribed by the HEI for the term; and
- Transferring to another HEI/academic program without approval from the CHEDRO.
The following priority courses shall be followed within the next five years as agreed upon by the Interagency Committee during its meeting:
Information Technology
Information Technology and Computing Studies
Multimedia
Animation
Programming
Computer Science
Information System Management
Bachelor in Library Science and
Information System Major in System Analysis
Science and Math
BS Math
BS Physics
BS Biology
BS Chemistry
BS Marine Biology/Science
BS Applied Physics
BS Geology
Atmospheric Science
Environmental Science
BS Earth Science
BS Applied Mathematics
BS Statistics/Applied Statistics
Health Sciences
Pharmacy
Radiology Technology
Medical Technology
Physical Therapy
BS Nutrition
Agriculture and Related Fields
Agro Forestry
Veterinary Medicine
Agricultural Engineering
Agribusiness/Management
Agricultural Entrepreneurship
Agricultural Technology
Agriculture
Fisheries
BS Food Technology
Agricultural Economics
Arts and Humanities
Creative and Performing Arts
BS Religious Education
BS Philosophy
BS Theology
Social and Behavioral Sciences
BS Psychology
BS Social Work
Human Development
Guidance and Counselling
Teacher Education major in
Math
Science
Physics
Chemistry
Reading
English
Educational Media/Technology
Special Education (SPED)
Human Kinetics
Physical Education and Sports Science
Bachelor of Physical Education major in School PE
Early Childhood Education
Environmental Planning (for Teachers)
MAPEH
Music Education
Health Education
Art Education
Business Administration and related courses
BS Accountancy
Business Data Outsourcing
Business Process Outsourcing
Construction Management
Tourism
Engineering
Mechanical
Electronics
Communication
Metallurgical/Mining
Computer
Biomedical
Chemical
Geodetic
Electrical
Meteorological
Mining
Geological
Sanitary Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
Bio Chemical Engineering
Architecture
BS Architecture
Landscape Architecture
Interior Design
Environmental Planning
Fine Arts
Urban Planning
Maritime
BS Marine Transportation
Communication
BA Communication
BA Journalism
BA Broadcasting
BS Development Communication
Others (to be determined by the Region)
For details please contact your nearest CHED office:
CHEDRO 1
Government Center, Sevilla,
City of San Fernando, La Union
TelNo +63(072)242-0238/5017; 700-2569
TeleFax +63(02)242-2750
CHEDRO 8
Cor. Real Street and Calanipawan Road,
Sagkahan, Tacloban City
TelNo +63(053)523-7437
TeleFax +63(053)523-4034
CHEDRO 2
Regional Dev’t Center, Carig,
Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
TelNo +63(078)844-4872; 846-3635
TeleFax +63(078)846-4887
Polytechnic Compound,
Baliwasan Chico, Zamboanga City
CHEDRO 9
TelNo +63(062)991-7648; 991-8974, 991-7080
FaxNo +63(062)991-7649
CHEDRO 3
Regional Dev’t Center, Maimpis,
City of San Fernando, Pampanga
TelNo +63(045)455-1662; 436-1846 to 47
CHEDRO 10
Archbishop Hayes St., Cagayan de Oro City
(Beside Xavier University)
TelNo +63(08822)71-1231;
TeleFax +63(08822)72-4180
CHEDRO 4A
2nd Floor, HEDC Bldg., CP Garcia Ave, Diliman, QC
TelNo +63(02)332-4734; 332-3943
CHEDRO 11
Loyola St. Obrero, Davao City
TelNo +63(082)295-3418 local 108
CHEDRO 4B
2nd Floor, HEDC Bldg., CP Garcia Ave, Diliman, QC
TelNo +63(02)386-4781
CHEDRO 12
Carpenter Hills, Koronadal City
TeleFax +63(083)520-1011
CHEDRO 5
CHEDRO Bldg, EMS Barrio South,
Brgy 2, Legaspi City
TelNo +63(052)481-5096; 820-4813
FaxNo +63(052)481-5095
CHED National Capital Region
2nd Floor, HEDC Bldg., CP Garcia Ave, Diliman, QC
TelNo +63(02)468-0213; 441-1224 / 0453;
441-0879 / 0985
CHEDRO 6
12 Washington St., Jaro, Iloilo
TelNo +63(033)508-8852
TeleFax +63(033)320-6976; 329-5955
CHED Cordillera Administrative Region
BSU Compound, La Trinidad, Benguet
TelNo +63(074)422-2415,FaxNo +63(074)422-2418
CHEDRO 7
National Government Center, Sudlon,
Lahug, Cebu City
TelNo +63(032)414-9194 to 95
CHEDRO CARAGA
CSU, Ampayon, Butuan City
TelNo +63(085)342-5253; 815-2429
TeleFax +63(085)815-0831
CHED ARMM
2/F DILG 12 Bldg., ARMM Compound, Cotabato