CHED Merit Scholarship Program 2024 | Apply Now!

CHED Merit Scholarship Program 2024 – 2025 is open to brilliant students whose education is hindered by a lack of finances. It is now open for first-year college students in Assessment Year 2024 -2025. Enjoy your education journey through the help of the CHED Merit Scholarship program today.

This scholarship program is one of the ways the government of the Philipines is using to bridge the gap between indigent but brilliant students and those who are from rich families. The government annually gives opportunities to more than 1300 students who are admitted into college.

Application for the CHED UNIFAST Merit Scholarship Program 2024 will last for a limited time and it is important for you not to miss this golden opportunity that comes once each year.

Eligibility Requirements	Documentary Requirements
Application Procedure	Financial Assistance
DEADLINE	Application Form
Deadline: 15th July, 2024

Aims of the CHED Merit Scholarship Program

The target of the CHED Merit Scholarship Program 2024 is to bring education closer to Filipinos. As a government-funded scholarship, its core goal is to support academically talented students, especially those who belong to the following special groups:

1. Underprivileged and homeless citizens (RA 7279);
2. Persons with Disability (RA 7277); and
3. Solo parents and/or their dependents (RA 8371).

This scholarship is open for incoming freshmen who want to pursue their undergraduate studies in any CHED-recognized priority programs in private higher education institutions (HEIs) or State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs).

A qualified student may be awarded a full or partial scholarship under the State Scholarship and Private Education Student Financial Assistance (PESFA). The financial assistance may cover tuition and other fees, as well as a monthly stipend for living expenses. You will know the one offer to you will the list is released. One thing to know about this scholarship opportunity is that it offers you the incredible opportunity to reach an educational height you never thought would be possible.

In the past, one major limiting force to acquiring education to the height some people want it in the Philippines is finance and that is why the government has funded different scholarships to ensure that everyone can attain the highest of their dreams. Excellence remains one of the other criteria for receiving this scholarship.

Overall, the CHED Merit Scholarship Program is a valuable opportunity provided by the government of Philipines for promising students to pursue their higher education goals without having to worry about the financial burden.

Eligibility Criteria for CHED Merit Scholarship Program 2024

1. Filipino Citizen;
2. Interested incoming first-year college students that fulfill the General Weighted Average (GWA) requirements of 93%-95% for Half Scholarship and 96% and above for Full Scholarship.
3. Not be a recipient of any government-funded financial assistance program;
4. Qualified applicants with privately funded scholarship grants covering only tuition fees, he/she must pass the entry-level requirement of the private higher education institution;
5. Must have a combined annual gross income of parents not to exceed Php400,000.00
6. Student-applicants belonging to the special group of persons such as the underprivileged and Homeless Citizens under Republic Act (RA) No. 7279, Persons with Disability (PWDs) under RA No. 7277 as amended, Solo Parents and/or their Dependents under RA 8371, shall submit certifications and/or Identification Cards (IDs) issued by the appropriate offices or agencies.
7. Avail of only one government-funded financial assistance program.

In highly exceptional cases where income exceeds Php400,000.00, an applicant must present a written certification of medical findings of illness of a family member, or school certifications of two or more dependents enrolled in college

Income Requirement for CHED UNIFAST Merit Scholarship Program 2024

Interested applicants are to consider submitting any of the following:

1. Latest ITR of parents or guardian if employed (For the Year 2023);
2. Certificate of Tax Exemption from the BIR of the Year 2023;
3. Certificate of Indigence from their Barangay;
4. Certificate/Case Study from DSWD;
5. Latest copy of contract or proof of income for children of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) and seafarers;

Documentary Requirements for CHED UNIFAST Merit Scholarship Program 2024

1. Citizenship: Certified true copy of Birth Certificate
2. Academic Requirements:
   • High school report card for incoming freshmen students eligible for college; and
   • Duly certified true copy of grades for Grade 11 and 1st semester of Grade 12 for graduating high school students
3. Income Requirements (whichever is applicable)
   • Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) of parents or guardian;
   • Certificate of Tax Exemption from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR);
   • Certificate of Indigence either from their Barangay or Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD);
   • Case Study report from DSWD; and
   • Latest copy of the contract or proof of income, for the children of Overseas Filipino Workers and seafarers
4. Other Requirement
   • Identification Card (ID) – Special Group (Underprivileged or Homeless, PWD, Solo Parent, Senior Citizen, Indigenous People)

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

This scholarship program shall cover tuition and other school fees (TOSF), a stipend that shall be released directly to the scholars or through HEIs, and a book connectivity allowance per semester of a given academic year until the completion of the degree program.

Note that the stipend that is released into the scholar’s account is not monitored by any means. It is completely under the control of the student to use the money judiciously for their own good.

Below is the breakdown of the amount of money that will be received by scholars who are awarded the full or partial scholarship depending on the institution they aim to be in. Scholars in state-owned institutions received less amount of money compared to those in private universities.

Private HEIs

Program	Period	TOSF	Stipend	Book/ Connectivity Allowance	Total
Full PESFA	Annual	40,000	70,000	10,000	120,000
	Semestral	20,000	35,000	5,000	60,000
Half PESFA	Annual	20,000	35,000	5,000	60,000
	Semestral	20,000	17,500	2,500	30,000

SUCs/LUC

Program	Period	TOSF	Stipend	Book/ Connectivity Allowance	Total
Full SSP	Annual	FREE	70,000	10,000	80,000
	Semestral	FREE	35,000	5,000	40,000
Half SSP	Annual	FREE	35,000	5,000	40,000
	Semestral	FREE	17,500	2,500	20,000

PRIORITY PROGRAMS UNDER CMO

• Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics
• Bachelor of Science in Physics
• Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics
• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
• Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
• Bachelor of Science in Biology
• Bachelor of Science in Botany
• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
• Bachelor of Science in Geology
• Bachelor of Science in Human Biology
• Bachelor of Science in Marine Science
• Bachelor of Science in Meteorology
• Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
• Bachelor of Science in Volcano and Seismology Related Fields
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
• Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security
• Bachelor of Science in Entertainment and Multimedia Computing
• Bachelor of Science in Game Development and Animation
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Library and Information Science
• Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Ceramic Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Food Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Geodetic Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing
• Bachelor of Science in Production Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Materials Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Robotics Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Sanitary Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Aircraft Maintenance Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Aviation Related Programs
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics Engineering Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Architecture
• Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts
• Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
• Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Planning
• Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
• Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics (straight or Major)
• Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
• Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management
• Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management
• Bachelor of Science in Tourism
• Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
• Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy
• Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Bachelor of Science in Midwifery
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science
• Doctor of Dental Medicine
• Doctor of Optometry
• Bachelor of Science in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Community Development
• Bachelor of Science in Human Services
• Bachelor of Science in Indigenous People Studies
• Bachelor of Science in Peace Studies
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology
• Bachelor of Science in Social Work
• Bachelor of Secondary Education (Major in Mathematics and Science only)
• Bachelor of Culture and Arts
• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
• Bachelor of Special Needs Education
• Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Science
• Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness
• Bachelor of Science in Agro-Forestry
• Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Analytics
• Bachelor of Science in Disaster Risk Management
• Bachelor of Science in Climate Change
• Bachelor of Science in Renewable and Sustainable Energy

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Prepare the complete document required
2. Scan the documentary requirements.
3. Send the application and documents ONLINE to your respective CHED Regional Office.

CHED Regional Office for the CHED Merit Scholarship Program 2024 submission of application

CHEDRO I	CHEDRO V	CHEDRO IX	NCR	BARMM – IX
CHEDRO II	CHEDRO VI	CHEDRO X	CAR	BARMM – X
CHEDRO III	CHEDRO VII	CHEDRO XI	CARAGA	BARMM – XII
CHEDRO IV	CHEDRO VIII	CHEDRO XII	MIMAROPA

CHED Merit Scholarship Program 2024 DEADLINE

The deadline for submission is on July 15, 2024.

There will be no further extension of this date once it elapsed. Interested students are advised to make their applications ready on or before the deadline for the scholarship application.

Frequently Asked Questions on CHED Merit Scholarship Program 2024

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) in the Philippines offers various scholarship programs to assist students in their higher education pursuits. Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the CHED Merit Scholarship Program:

For inquiries, kindly contact your respective CHED Regional Office.

Conclusion on CHED Merit Scholarship Program 2024

CHED Merit Scholarship Program for incoming first-year college students for AY 2024-2025 is now OPEN! There are 1,374 slots available. If you have the requirements outlined in this post, then you are ready to apply. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity.

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