I created this article to help families and Filipino students who are preparing to enter in college wanted to apply for scholarship especially to the less fortunate students deserving and striving hard to finish their studies in college. I would like to share some good important information and links about scholarship in the Philippines that may help a student find a good scholarship for them.
When I was in fourth year high school I remember that I wasn’t able to apply for any scholarship because we don’t know where and how to apply then when I knew it, it was too late for me to apply but I am still lucky and thankful that I was accepted in a government school in college and we are all considered scholars there for as long as we maintain the general weighted average.
There are many reasons why most people wanted to apply for scholarship and one of the main reasons is poverty. Some people think that scholarships are only for those people who are in the top ten of the class but it is not, because even if you are not in the top ten of the class, you can still try to inquire in the school/ universities if they have other scholarship programs.
Even if you came from a poor family, student can still finish their studies in college with the help of scholarship programs. There are many ways to be a scholar you just have to be patient, hard working, and you must comply with the requirements needed, and obey the rules and regulations. I suggest that if you wanted to apply for a scholarship, you should apply as early as possible. So let us say for the 2011 school year, you may start inquiring as early as October 2010 for the procedures.
The typical requirements for scholarship grants to qualify in the Philippines
1. Filipino citizen
2. Not presently enjoying any scholarship/study grant
3. Latest BIR Income Tax Return (ITR) of parents/guardians (if applying for scholarship for poor but deserving students-CHED)
4. High School Report Card (Form 138) for incoming freshmen
5. Report of rating of last semester attendance in college of non-freshmen
6. Certificates of birth, good moral character, medical fitness and non-enjoyment of any scholarship/study grant by appropriate authority/agency
7. 2×2 ID photo
Here are some helpful links for scholarship grants in the Philippines that I personally research and I will add more details for other scholarships that I find.
How to apply for college scholarship in the Philippines – CHED?
Araullo University Scholarship Grants PHINMA Education Network
Angara Scholarship Program
FEATI University Scholarship Program
Maybe you can add SM Foundation Scholarships Program. SM Scholarship application is ongoing until December 20, 2010. You can read detailed information of the scholarship grants here: http://scholarshipgrantsonline.org/how-to-apply-for-free-college-scholarships-program-of-sm-foundation-for-2011/.
Thank you so much for sharing this site. This will be very helpful to many aspiring scholars.
To Whom It May Concern,
God Speed!
I was scrolling down your website and I saw the ads that you have a scholarship program. I got interest and I read all the details and qualifications, and I found myself qualified. I believe that I have all the qualifications that an student need to be to be qualified.
I am a High School Graduate in one of the Public schools here in Laspinas City Metro Manila Philippines. I graduated as an 3rd Honorable mention out of 987 graduates with a General Average of 88%. But unfortunately after my high school my family can’t support me for my expenses for college due to our financial crisis. Education is very important for me because I believe that this is the only way to attain all my Ambitions, Goals and Dreams in life and to fulfill my family’s needs. I Knew you already help numbers of people, you let them live with Hope and you make their dreams real and I am Heartily hoping I’ll be one of those Lucky one.
I am writing your Good Office because of my big determination to study. I am writing you to ask any help. I will never Lost my hope that you will give time to read my message and hoping to receive a response from you. You can reach me trough my email: larry.bachelors@gmail.com
May GOD always continue giving blessings on you and your fellowmen . You may continue Helping people , Give hope to hopeless and inspired others to do the same.
Truly yours,
Larry Colinares
Hi Larry,
I was once a student and have a family financial problem but then it didn’t stop me to pursue my dream to finish my studies. I eagerly studied as a scholar in a government school in college and to help my expenses I have worked as a service crew then later on become a local store marketing. You can still study in college by applying for scholarships that I have mention in the article above and also you can be a working student just what like I did before.
i would like to ask, what are those scholarship grants i could apply for the next academic year… i am studying in UP Visayas taking up bachelor of Science in Accountancy…..i am really craving for financial aid!!! pls,, reply as soon as possible!! tinx!!!
Hi Bret,
It would be best if your are going to inquire to your municipal or provincial office if there are any scholarship grants that you can apply because here in Manila there is a CHED study grant program for congressional districts and the CHED senate study grant program.
I’ve recently started a blog, the information you provide on this site has helped me tremendously. Thank you for all of your time & work.
hi i’m ghia i just wanna ask if you are also giving a sponsor to support my study at college ? please email me thanks
Hi Ghia,
Sorry I am not giving any sponsorship for college scholarship I am just sharing options to students like you. Currently, I am helping out my cousin in his studies in simple ways I can. There are many alternatives to pursue your education like being a working student. You will not only earn money but you will also gain experience.
hi i am ria ann aldover i need a scholarship now i am a college student in our lady of fatima and i want to study again dis sem but my family want to stop me because of financial problem pls help me,, i want to study pls..i live in valenzuela city.my number is 09359867627
Hi Ria,
Even if your family is having a financial problem you can still continue to study. There are many ways to study like scholarships and you can be a working student. I also experience having a financial problem with my family but that didn’t stop me to finish my college. I finished my college because I choose to study in a government school, scholar and I am a hard working student before. Now, I am experiencing the fruits of my hard work I hope it may inspire you to pursue your dream. Believe in yourself and pray to GOd.
Hello Ma’m! It’s good to hear that there’s still people like you who helps those in need especially those who really want to study. I am 29 years old and did not finish yet my college education. My father died when I was 2 years old. My mother also chose to be a volunteer worker to help those women and children affected by war and violence. because my mom is only a volunteer, she can only afford to pay for my education until high school. So that left me no choice but to look for work while studying. But then because of high tuition fees and high commodities, I was forced to stop and just work with low salary (not really enough for my basic needs).
Ma’am in connection to this, could you find scholarship for me. Im planning to take up bachelors degree in Social work or community development. Im planning to take up the courses I’ve mentioned so that when I finish college, I want to help more people get education. I want to give hope and dignity to the poor people. thanks and more power to you
Please try to inquire at the list shown in my post for the scholarship. I am also once a scholar student and just work hard to finish my studies.
hi?is there other ways on how to get a scholarship????
I believe that the list shown here are enough for you to have scholarship program and now it depends on how you apply, process and accomplish it. Patience is a virtue.
Good day. I a working student for 6 yrs and i am looking for a scholarship. I am not so intelligent as other student, I am just an average. Thank you.
Hi, GooD News to everyone. I just want to suggest another college scholarship. LA VERDAD CHRISTIAN COLLEGE in Caloocan City is offering a SCHOLARSHIP GRANT with FREE TUITION & MISCELLANEOUS FEE. FREE BOOKS & MANUALS. FREE UNIFORM & FREE LUNCH. This is for elementary, high school & college education. Just email lvccs_9805@yahoo.com or contact 0917-8572460 or 0922-8450115. Or just go to UNTV to inquire for the scholarship.
I would like to share this because i want to help those who are really determined to be able to finish their college studies.
Thank you and hope you would take this opportunity.
Additional info: their elementary & high school & also college is in Pampanga. But they have a branch in Caloocan City (for college level only, I think). Just contact their email or number for more info.
Thank you so much for sharing this. God Bless!
hi!..
I read your article and I’m a qualified for it,I’m a graduate as salutatorian in high school and I have a financial problem. I’m a future seafarer looking for a shipping company to finance my studies.
anyone who can help me?..email at my Account..thushben@yahoo.com
Hi Danefer,
Good luck to you. I have heard a good true story of a seamen scholar somewhere in Intramuros, Manila but I forgot the name of that scholarship. The scholarship name was like a name of one of our national heroes. I happened to speak with that scholar almost seven years ago. He told me that he passed the exam, have the proper training then he is lucky to work in a luxury ship. I believe he is a millionaire by now because during that time he is earning 150K per month. I don’t know where he is now because I only met him at my brother-in-law’s dental clinic that happened to be a patient there.
you may try scholarship grants in Technological Institute of the Philippines
how to apply this scholarship?i want this scholarship to finish my study in college.i ned ur reply…pls email me
Hi Karyll,
Please visit the links posted above for the process on how to apply for scholarship. The application of scholarship depends on their program.
hi there 🙂
hello , i just want to share with you my difficulties ryt now hope you can help me or suggest something cos i really am in blur point,
U see im a stop student ryt now and had taken 2yrs of BS Accountancy but the thing is i reaally dont want the course i want to shift , my problem is that I just attained to be an student in my University cos im a scholar of a big company ,its my dads benefits , what i want to consult is that can i stiill apply for scholarship that saying that they dont accept someone whos involve with another scholarship grants though im planning to quit on my last scholarship cos well its very complicated , my study has been affected by our family prob, Please im very unsettled , i’ll aprreciate it if u can help me :)) tncx please email me .. sorry to add the burden but i just need this.
Hi Esh,
Let me share my inspiring story about my college life. As much as I want to choose my school and course, I did not waste my time to grab the opportunity when I passed the scholarship for computer engineering. Honestly, I hate math but I have no choice because if I turn down that course I may not be studying during that time because of family financial problem. I prayed hard that I may finish the five year course. I was also a working student at Mc Donalds during that time. Because of my excellent performance the manager offered a promotion for me as a swing manager provided that I should shift my course to management but I have been hearing a lot of disadvantages when you shift course so I did not accept the promotion. In the end, I have graduated Computer Engineering and now I am picking up some fruits of my hard work and patience.
If you have a scholarship right now, cherish it and be patient. Always think that you are so lucky to have it. Many young people are striving hard to get a scholarship. Regarding your accountancy course, try to reflect if you did not want that course then you should have change the course in the first year but you are already in the second year. So for me you better continue the course. I think you are only affected by your family problem that is why you cannot concentrate on your study. Always pray. I remember when I was in college before I go to school, I usually drop by at a nearby church to pray. Always think positive that you can make it. With your family problem, try to divert it as a reason for you to study harder and finish your studies. Smile and go with good friends. To avoid thinking those family problems be occupied and busy by cleaning the house, reading books, watching movies, playing sports and please don’t try drinking alcoholic drinks it will never be the answer to the problem. Every day we encounter problems so we should always face it and do the best we can to solve it. Make a worthy life.
Hi! I just want to ask what would happen to my CHED scholarship if I shift from my present degree program? I’m a 2nd year student taking up BS Agricultural Economics at the University of the Philippines. I would like to shift to BS Economics program in the same university.
Hi Paul, I think it is better to directly coordinate with Ched about this. If you are a congressional ched scholar better consult with the ched scholarship organizer in your congressional district for any changes in your course.