How to Apply for CHED Scholarship Program
The CHED Scholarship Program 2023 is a special program by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) that helps Filipino students who want to continue their studies after high school. It offers financial support to deserving students who are enrolled in universities and colleges recognized by CHED.
The program aims to assist students who are facing financial difficulties in paying for their education. By providing financial aid, it helps these students pursue their academic dreams and achieve their goals.
The CHED Scholarship Program 2023 covers the cost of tuition and other fees and also provides a monthly allowance for living expenses, money for books, and help with transportation expenses. The amount of money given depends on the type of scholarship and the student’s financial needs.
To qualify for the CHED Scholarship Program 2023, students need to meet certain requirements. They must be Filipino citizens, enrolled in a CHED-recognized school, and meet the specific requirements of the scholarship they are applying for. The application process involves submitting academic records, income statements, and other important documents. Students can apply online through the CHED website or their schools. It’s important to check the specific deadlines and requirements for the scholarship they are interested in.
Overall, the CHED Scholarship Program 2023 is a great opportunity for Filipino students to receive financial assistance and pursue their higher education goals.
Scholarship Overview
The CHED Merit Scholarship Program (CMSP) is a scholarship program funded by the government. Its main purpose is to support academically talented students, with a special focus on those belonging to specific groups:
1. Underprivileged and homeless citizens (RA 7279)
2. Persons with Disability (RA 7277)
3. Solo parents and/or their dependents (RA 8371)
This scholarship is available to incoming freshmen who wish to pursue their undergraduate studies in recognized priority programs at private higher education institutions (HEIs), State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), or Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs) recognized by CHED.
Eligible students may be awarded a full or partial scholarship through the State Scholarship or the Private Education Student Financial Assistance (PESFA) programs. The financial assistance provided can cover tuition fees, and other fees, and also includes a monthly stipend for living expenses.
In summary, the CMSP presents a valuable opportunity for promising Filipino students to pursue their higher education goals without the added burden of financial concerns.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the scholarship, you need to meet the following requirements:
a. You must be a Filipino citizen.
b. You should be a graduating high school student or a high school graduate with a General Weighted Average (GWA).
— For Full State Scholarship Program (FSSP) and Full Private Education Student Financial Assistance (FPESPA), your GWA must be 96% or above.
— For Half-SSP and Half-PESPA, your GWA must be between 93% and 95%.
c. Your parents or guardian should have a combined annual gross income that does not exceed Four Hundred Thousand Pesos (PhP 400,000). However, if their income exceeds PhP 400,000, you can submit written certification or medical findings of a family member’s illness, or school certifications of two or more dependents enrolled in college as supporting documents.
d. You should only avail of one government-funded financial assistance program.
These requirements are in place to ensure that deserving students who meet the criteria receive the scholarship benefits.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the scholarship, you need to meet the following requirements:
a. You must be a Filipino citizen.
b. You should be a graduating high school student or a high school graduate with a General Weighted Average (GWA).
— For Full State Scholarship Program (FSSP) and Full Private Education Student Financial Assistance (FPESPA), your GWA must be 96% or above.
— For Half-SSP and Half-PESPA, your GWA must be between 93% and 95%.
c. Your parents or guardian should have a combined annual gross income that does not exceed Four Hundred Thousand Pesos (PHP 400,000). However, if their income exceeds PhP 400,000, you can submit written certification or medical findings of a family member’s illness, or school certifications of two or more dependents enrolled in college as supporting documents.
d. You should only avail of one government-funded financial assistance program.
These requirements are in place to ensure that deserving students who meet the criteria receive the scholarship benefits.
Video Guide for CHED Scholarship Application
Documentary Requirements
To apply for the scholarship, you will need to gather the following documents:
a. Citizenship:
— Certified true copy of your Birth Certificate
b. Academic Requirements:
— High school report card for incoming freshmen students who are eligible for college
— Duly certified true copy of grades for Grade 11 and 1st semester of Grade 12 for graduating high school students
c. Income Requirements (choose 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 from the Barangay or the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD)
— Case Study report from DSWD
— The latest copy of the contract or proof of income for children of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and seafarers
d. Other Requirement:
— Identification Card (ID) for special groups such as the Underprivileged or Homeless, Persons with Disabilities (PWD), Solo Parents, Senior Citizens, or Indigenous People
These documentary requirements are essential for the application process and must be provided to complete your application.
