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CHED MERIT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM(CMSP)

What student-applicants need to know about the ched caraga scholarship program for academic year 2024-2025.

The CHED Scholarship Program (CSP) is officially open for applications for the Academic Year 2024-2025. The following are the important things that student-applicants need to know:

A. On the Minimum General Weighted Average (GWA)

Student-applicants must be incoming freshmen/first year students who are eligible for enrollment in college, with at least 96% or its equivalent for the Full Merit Program and 93% to 95% or its equivalent for the Half Merit Program and must enroll in recognized priority programs in private Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) or State Universities and Colleges (SUCs)/or accredited Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs) with Certificates of Program Compliance (COPC).

Click here  to view the complete list of CHED Priority Programs for the CHED MERIT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM.

B. Eligibility and Documentary Requirements

Student-applicants must comply with the following requirements for the scholarship grant and be uploaded to the student-applicant designated portal account preferably in PDF format:

• Certified true copy of Birth Certificate as proof of Filipino citizenship;

Combined annual gross income of parent/s or guardian which does not exceed PHP400,000.00, or in cases where the income exceeds PHP400,000.00, a student-applicant must present a written certification or medical findings of illness of a family member from a licensed medical doctor, and/or school certification of two or more dependents enrolled in college from an authorized school official. The student applicant must submit ANY of the following as proof of income:

3. Student-applicants belonging to the special group of persons such as the Underprivileged and Homeless Citizens under RA No. 7279, Persons With Disability under RA No. 7277 as amended, Solo Parents and/or their Dependents under RA 8972, Senior Citizens under RA 9994, and Indigenous Peoples under RA 8371, must submit certifications and/or Identification Cards (IDs) issued by the appropriate offices or agencies;

4. High school report card for students eligible for enrollment in college, and duly certified true copy of grades for Grade 11 and 1st Semester of Grade 12 for graduating high school students;

C. Financial Assistance

The financial assistance will cover the tuition and other school fees (TOSF), stipends, and book/connectivity allowances per semester which will be released directly to the scholars through the HEIs.

Below is the list of the financial packages for the Full and Half Merit Scholars:

Private HEIs

D. Available of Slots Only student applicants that fulfill the General Weighted Average (GWA) requirements of 93% – 95% for Half Scholarship and 96% and above for Full Scholarship shall be ranked and selected subject to the eligibility requirements and criteria stipulated in the existing CMOs and availability of slots/funds.

To submit the applications, visit our website at www.chedcaraga.ph and click “ Online Services ” and select “ CHED Scholarship Portal ,” or click the CSP banner . Period of filing of applications is from June 7 until July 15, 2024 ONLY . Applications filed after the specified period will no longer be accepted and/or considered.

For more information, please send email at [email protected] or contact the office via mobile numbers 0912-089-2045, or via landline numbers (085) 815-3698.

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CHED Scholarship 2024-2025 Application | Complete Guide

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has opened applications for the 2024-2025 CHED Scholarships, available to eligible Filipinos.

Established by Republic Act No. 7722 (Higher Education Act of 1994) , CHED operates under the Office of the President and is led by a chairperson and four commissioners, each serving a four-year term.

The Commission En Banc, consisting of all members, formulates policies and strategies for higher education and oversees CHED’s operations.

CHED Merit Scholarship Program (CMSP)

The CHED Merit Scholarship Program (CMSP) is a government-funded initiative designed to support academically outstanding students, particularly those from special groups, including:

• Underprivileged and homeless individuals (RA 7279)
• Persons with Disabilities (RA 7277)
• Solo parents and/or their dependents (RA 8371)

This scholarship is available to incoming freshmen pursuing undergraduate degrees in CHED-recognized priority programs at private higher education institutions (HEIs), State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), and Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs).

Eligible students may receive either a full or partial scholarship through the State Scholarship and Private Education Student Financial Assistance (PESFA). The scholarship can cover tuition, fees, and provide a monthly stipend for living expenses.

The CMSP offers a valuable opportunity for deserving Filipino students to achieve their higher education goals without the financial burden.

Eligibility Requirements

• Filipino citizen
• Graduating high school student/ High school graduate with general weighted average (GWA) of at least 96% for Full Merit Program and 93% to 95% or its equivalent for Half Merit Program.
• 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.
• Avail of only one government-funded financial assistance program .

Documentary Requirements

• Citizenship : Certified true copy of Birth Certificate
• 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
• 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 contract or proof of income, for the children of Overseas Filipino Workers and seafarers
• Identification Card (ID) – Special Group (Underprivileged or Homeless, PWD, Solo Parent, Senior Citizen, Indigenous People)

List of Financial Assistance

The list of documents required to apply for the scholarship is as follows:

1. A Certified true copy of Birth Certificate (PSA)

2. Academic Requirements:

• Form 138 – for Senior high school graduates;
• A duly certified true copy of grades for Grade 11 and 1st semester of Grade 12 – for graduating Senior high school students; and
• A duly certified copy of grades for the latest semester/term attended – for applicants with earned units in college.

3. Proof of income of Parents/Guardian: ANY of the following

• Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) if employed;
• Certificate of Tax Exemption from the BIR;
• Certificate of No Income from BIR: or
• Certificate / Case Study Report from City / Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (C/MSWD).

4. Proof that the student applicant belonged to special group/s (Solo parent, IP, PWD, etc.) – if applicable.

How to Apply

• Prepare the complete documentary requirements
• Scan the documentary requirements clearly.
• Send the application and documents  ONLINE to your respective CHED Regional Office listed below:
• CHEDRO VIII
• BARMM – XII

For inquiries, kindly contact your respective  CHED Regional Office .

READ MORE: CHED Tulong Dunong Program (CHED-TDP) 2024-2025 Application | Complete Guide

[Reference: CHED ]

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One of the programs of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) this year is the CHED Merit Scholarship 2024 for deserving students.

CHED Scholarship 2024

The CHED Merit Scholarship Program (CMSP) is a government-funded scholarship aimed at supporting academically talented students, especially those who belong to the following special groups:

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

What are the qualifications?

• Must be a Filipino citizen;
• Graduating high school student/ High school graduate with general weighted average (GWA) of at least 96% for Full Merit Program and 93% to 95% or its equivalent for Half Merit Program
• 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.
• Avail of only one government-funded financial assistance program.

For last year (2023), there are 13,455 slots. For this year 2024, our staff is still waiting for the official announcement from CHED for the available slots.   The application is now ongoing and will end on July 15, 2024 .

What are the requirements?

A. citizenship.

• Certified true copy of Birth Certificate.

B. Academic

• 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.

C. Financial

The student-applicants shall submit any of the following documents ( whichever is applicable):

• Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) of parents or guardian;
• Certificate of Tax Exemption from 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; or
• Latest copy of contract or proof of income may be considered for children of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and seafarers.

Note: For applicants belonging the special group of persons such as the Underprivileged and Homeless Citizens under RA 7279, Persons With Disability (PWDs) under RA 7277, Solo Parents and/or their Dependents under RA 8972, Senior Citizens under RA 9994, and Indigenous People under RA 8371, shall submit certifications and/or Identification Cards (IDs) issued by the appropriate offices or agencies.

D. Programs

Students should enroll in any of the Priority Courses identified by CHED .

How to apply to CHED Scholarship 2024

1. Prepare the complete documentary requirements

2. Scan the documentary requirements clearly.

3. Send the application and documents ONLINE to your respective CHED Regional Office ( click the link for list of Online Application for each Region ).

Note: All submission should be addressed to CHEDROs based on point of origin.

What are the stipends of the Scholarship Program?

Application Period

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DETAILS: CHED Merit Scholarship Program (CMSP) for 2024-2025

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

See also:    SM College Scholarship Program

Who may Apply?

What are the qualifications.

• Filipino citizen
• Graduating high school student/ High school graduate with general weighted average (GWA) of at least 96% for Full Merit Program and 93% to 95% or its equivalent for Half Merit Program
• 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.
• Avail of only one government-funded financial assistance program.

What are the 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
• 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 contract or proof of income, for the children of Overseas Filipino Workers and seafarers
• Identification Card (ID) – Special Group (Underprivileged or Homeless, PWD, Solo Parent, Senior Citizen, Indigenous People)

Financial Assistance

Private HEIs

Where and How to Apply?

• Prepare the complete documentary requirements.
• Scan the documentary requirements clearly.
• Send the application and documents ONLINE t o your respective CHED Regional Office.
• CHEDRO I - https://stufaps.chedro1.com/application2024/home
• CHEDRO II - https://stufaps.chedregion2.com/
• CHEDRO III - https://chedro3.ched.gov.ph/chedro3stufap/
• CHEDRO IV - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6Rfu5VZfNmbSH3vPeqz4QZQ__KjzP7foGNuh6a_j5WnHNSw/viewform
• CHEDRO V - https://www.chedro5stufap.com/index.php/application/app_form
• CHEDRO VI - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1lEK397Xt7B04gV3EzXmZBQsKVz_r9pyjrNuLdGHlU3o/viewform?edit_requested=true
• CHEDRO VII - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd98nCbhnZY9OHmCB64QwRK-Ixo8g3RrkDblLdtPyb6sDlxXg/viewform
• CHEDRO VIII - https://chedro8stufap.com/
• CHEDRO IX - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnNA3y-wgui02Pq2dCFfgjFU8b-elt5kVHC1vDA5-GDYeGHQ/viewform?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR31HISDgH_02mNyY8GSxVO3XXmsnPdG7_MJyoGsA6xz_cjonOrcO9AhRcg_aem_Aca5OMkg18cRIvlOemOb-xioM18H0n5wVuuvB_XiRhOVRZpH1TxBMMYWVB2F_Lq1Ut8z6FT7trQ7tc_DPiFjaNqx
• CHEDRO X - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfHgfPdcoTW1LC3bOHqdyYgNV23mRaR1c57DJk5_JOJM-wsiQ/viewform
• CHEDRO XI - https://stufaps.chedroxi.com/
• CHEDRO XII - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd4FoJy2WRTlqQykYREtoacf5oM3QrmAYSslvKjQoLNFV2XOw/viewform
• CHED NCR - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZOYjNeoBoVe_co3nF1h3QZ5jziVRsVylc77WrcEc3jjLLlQ/viewform
• CHED CAR - http://faster.chedcar.com/
• CHED CARAGA - https://scholarship.chedcaraga.ph/register
• CHED MIMAROPA - https://mimaropa.ched.gov.ph/csp-application/

Deadline of Application

For inquiries.

• Facebook Page: https://web.facebook.com/PhCHED.gov
•  Website: https://ched.gov.ph/

CHED Memorandum Order No. 08, s. 2019

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How To Apply for CHED Scholarship: An Ultimate Guide

You have just graduated from Senior High School. Your next goal is a College Diploma. 

However, you have realized that college is costly and your family cannot afford it. How on this Earth will you fund your college education?

Although tuition is now free in State Universities and Colleges 1 , there are other expenses you have to consider – books, transportation, daily living allowance, and uniforms. Certainly, these are not free. 

But don’t lose heart yet. CHED (Commission on Higher Education) offers scholarship grants that can fund your college education.

Thinking of being a CHED scholar? Read on to find out how you can be one.

Table of Contents

At a glance: ched scholarship latest updates, what are the ched scholarship programs, who is qualified to apply for ched scholarship programs, 1. science and mathematics, 2. information technology education, 3. engineering and technology, 4. architecture, 5. business and management, 6. health profession education, 7. maritime education, 8. social sciences, 9. teacher education, 10. multi and interdisciplinary cluster, regional priority programs, 1. citizenship, 2. academic, 3. financial, how to apply for the ched scholarship program, 1. for scholars in sucs/lucs under state scholarship program (ssp), 2. for scholars in private heis under private education student financial assistance (pesfa).

• What is the CHED Scholarship Maintaining GWA?

What Are the CHED Scholarship’s Grounds for Termination?

1. aim to achieve high grades, 2. submit additional requirements (if applicable), 3. regularly visit the chedro website, 1. is there an exam for the ched scholarship program, 2. does the ched scholarship have a return service agreement, 3. do i have to enroll in a university or college first before applying for the ched scholarship, 4. can i submit my application directly to the ched regional office, 5. when do i have to refund my ched scholarship, 6. what is the ched-unifast tertiary education subsidy (tes), 7. are there ched scholarships for graduate students, 8. are there ched scholarships for medical students, 9. are there ched scholarships for those who want to study abroad, 10. can i avail of the ched scholarship and another government-funded scholarship at the same time.

• March 2022 : Application for CHED scholarship for the academic year 2022-2023 is temporarily suspended due to insufficient funds 2 . Wait for further announcements about when the application will be continued.
• July 2021 : Online application for CHED Scholarship Academic Year 2021 – 2022 3 is open from July 1 to August 15, 2021. Applicants must submit their application via the online modality preferred by the CHED Regional Office. If you’re in the National Capital Region, for example, the online application portal can be accessed here . Continue reading this article for the updated list of priority programs and financial benefits. For this school year, CHED has 7269 slots for qualified students nationwide.

CHED offers scholarship grants 4 to incoming freshman students. CHED scholars must enroll in a recognized priority program of:

• Private Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)
• State Universities and Colleges (SUCs)
• Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs) with Certificate of Program Compliance

Qualified students will be awarded under the following programs:

• State Scholarship Program (SSP) . Awarded to qualified students who will enroll in any State University Colleges (SUCs) or accredited Local University Colleges (LUCs).
• Private Education Student Financial Assistance (PESFA) . Awarded to qualified students who will enroll in any Private Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).

Both SSP and PESFA merit Full and Half-Scholarships.

To be qualified as a CHED scholar, you must be:

• A Filipino citizen
• A graduating Senior High School student with a General Weighted Average (GWA) of at least 93% – 95% for Half Scholarship and 96% and above for Full Scholarship
• From a family with a maximum Annual Gross Income of Php 400,000.

If your family’s annual gross income exceeds Php 400,000, you must present:

•   A written certification that one of your family members has a medical illness ; or
• A certification that two or more dependents are college students.

What Are the CHED Scholarship Program’s Priority Courses?

You must pursue a CHED National Priority Program or a Regional Priority Program of your CHEDRO so that you can enjoy the scholarship’s benefits. 

Shown below is the updated list of 2021 CHED Scholarship Priority Courses 5 :

National Priority Programs

• Applied Physics / Physics
• Applied Mathematics / Mathematics
• Applied Statistics / Statistics
• Biochemistry
• Environmental Science
• Human Biology
• Marine Biology
• Marine Science
• Meteorology
• Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
• Computer Science
• Cyber Security
• Entertainment and Multimedia Computing / Game Development and Animation
• Information System
• Information Technology
• Library and Information Science
• Agriculture and Biosystems Engineering
• Ceramic Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics Engineering / Electronics and Communications Engineering
• Food Engineering
• Geodetic Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Manufacturing / Production Engineering
• Materials Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering
• Robotics Engineering
• Sanitary Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Aircraft Maintenance Technology
• Aviation Related Programs
• Engineering Technology
• Industrial Technology
• Mechatronics Engineering Technology
• Architecture
• Interior Design
• Landscape Architecture
• Environmental Planning
• Accountancy
• Business Analytics (straight or major)
• Hospitality Management / Hotel and Restaurant Management
• Tourism Management / Tourism
• Doctor of Dental Medicine
• Doctor of Optometry
• Medical Technology / Medical Laboratory Science
• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Radiologic Technology
• Respiratory Therapy
• Speech-Language Pathology
• Marine Engineering
• Marine Transportation
• Community Development
• Human Services (Guidance and Counselling)
• Indigenous Peoples Studies / Education
• Peace Studies / Education
• Social Work
• Secondary Education Major in Science and Mathematics
• Culture and Arts
• Early Childhood Education
• Special Needs Education
• Sports and Exercise Science
• Agribusiness
• Agroforestry
• Data Science and Analytics
• Disaster Risk Management / Climate Change
• Renewable / Sustainable Energy

These are the programs that the CHED Regional Offices will properly distribute according to the regional needs and availability of slots.

What Are the Requirements for the CHED Scholarship Program?

Once you have decided to apply for the CHED Scholarship Program, you have to prepare these requirements:

• Birth Certificate (Certified True Copy)
• For incoming freshman students: High School Report Card
• For graduating senior high school students: Certified True Copy of Grades for Grade 11 and 1st Semester of Grade 12 

Any of the following:

• Income Tax Return (ITR) of Parents or Guardian (Latest)
• Certificate of Tax Exemption from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)
• Certificate of Indigency from Barangay or DSWD
• Case study report from DSWD
• For children of OFWs and seafarers: Contract or Proof of Income (Latest Copy)

You may apply for a CHED scholarship by registering and submitting the documentary requirements to the preferred online modality of the CHED Regional Office (CHEDRO) where the school you have graduated from is based. 

You may check your CHEDRO online application portal below.

Note : CHED Regional Offices have their own scholarship application instructions. 

• CHEDRO IV-A (CALABARZON)
• CHEDRO IV-B (MIMAROPA) – Application Form via Google Form
• CHEDRO VIII
• CHEDRO X – Application Form via Google Form
• CHED Caraga
• CHED NCR (not yet open, you may check their website or Facebook page for updates).

To inform the applicants that they’ve been qualified, CHEDRO usually sends the Individual Notice of Award (NOA) or notify the list of awardees through HEIs.  

What Are the Benefits of the CHED Scholarship Program?

The type of financial benefits that CHED scholars will receive depends on the type of scholarship awarded. Here’s a summary of the CHED Scholarship benefits:

a. Full SSP

• Annual Stipend of Php 70, 000 (or Php 35,000 per semester) 
• Book/Connectivity Allowance of Php 10,000 (or Php 5,000 per semester)

b. Half SSP

• Annual Stipend of Php 35,000 (or Php 17,500 per semester)
• Book/Connectivity Allowance of Php 5,000 (or Php 2,500 per semester)

a. Full PESFA

• Tuition and other school fees: Php 40,000 annually (or Php 20,000 per semester)
• Annual Stipend of Php 70,000 (or Php 35,000 per semester) 

 b. Half PESFA

• Tuition and other school fees: Php 20,000 annually (or Php 10,000 per semester)
• Book/Connectivity Allowance of Php 5,000 (Php 2,500 per semester)

How To Maintain CHED Scholarship

Once you have been qualified as a CHED scholar, there are two things you need to remember to maintain it – the CHED scholarship’s grade qualification and the grounds for termination.

What is the CHED Scholarship Maintaining GWA ?

The CHED Scholarship maintaining grades are as follows:

• If you are a SSP or PESFA Full-Scholar: 85%
• If you are a SSP or PESFA Half-Scholar: 80%

Learn how to compute your General Weighted Average (GWA) here .

• Enrollment in a non-priority program
• Not carrying a regular load (number of units)
• Shifting to another program or transferring to another HEI without concerned CHEDRO’s approval
• Submission of fake documents
• Offenses involving moral turpitude
• Participation in a fraternity or sorority hazing activities
• Non-completion of the degree program

Tips and Warnings

As per Memorandum Order No. 08 Series of 2019, CHED uses the following criteria to rank applicants: 

Since a large portion of the criteria will be based on your grades, make sure that your Grade 11 and First Semester Grade 12 grades are impressive enough to increase your chances of being qualified.

If you belong to any special group of persons below, you need to provide additional documentary requirements:

• Underprivileged and homeless citizens under RA 7279
• Persons With Disability (PWD) under RA 7277
• Solo Parents and/or their Dependents under RA 8872
• Senior Citizens under RA 8894
• Indigenous People under RA 8371 

You must submit certifications and/or IDs issued by the appropriate offices or agencies. Applicants belonging to this special group of persons are given additional five points in the total score.

Keep yourself updated by regularly checking your CHEDRO official site. For the list of regional offices and their official websites, click here .

Frequently Asked Questions

CHED Scholarship has no qualifying exam. You only need to submit the requirements and meet the scholarship’s qualifications.

Unlike DOST Scholarship , the CHED Scholarship doesn’t involve a return service agreement that scholars need to comply with after enjoying its benefits.

No, but CHEDRO online application will ask for the college and course you intend to enroll in. 

Whereas previous CHED applications were done manually, all applications for CHED Scholarship 2021 – 2022 will be through the online modality preferred by the CHED Regional Office.

You only have to refund the benefits you received if you had committed any of the following:

• Enrollment in any of CHED non-priority program
• An offense involving moral turpitude
• Involvement in any fraternity or sorority hazing activities

CHED-UniFAST TES is a government grant-in-aid program established to support the educational expenses of qualified college students. TES prioritizes the following categories:

• TES and ESGPPA (Expanded Student’s Grants-in-aid program for poverty alleviation) grantees.
• Students enrolled in private HEIs in a municipality that has no SUC/LUC.
• Students included in Listahan 2.0 of DSWD-National Household Targeting Office and ranked according to per capita household income.
• Students not included in Listahan 2.0 of DSWD-National Household Targeting Office and ranked according to per capita household income based on the proof of income from the UniFAST board.

Qualifications :

• Filipino citizens enrolled in any SUCs, CHED-Recognized LUCs, and programs for private HEIs under the CHED registry
• Does not exceed the HEIs maximum residency policy

Requirements :

• Certificate of Enrollment
• Assessment of Fees
• Certificate of Residency
• Photocopy of PWD ID, if applicable

How to Apply for CHED-UniFAST Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) :

• Contact your school’s TES Focal Person. After your enrollment, contact your school’s TES Focal Person for the application process.
• TES Focal Person will then submit your information to the TES portal.

CHED UniFAST Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) Benefits:

• If enrolled in a SUC/LUC: Free tuition + Php 40,000 per academic year (other education-related expenses).
• If enrolled in a private HEI: Php 20,000 (tuition and other school fees) + Php 40,000 per academic year (other educational expenses).
• Additional Benefits:  Php 30, 000 per academic year for persons with disability; Php 10,000 (one-time reimbursement) for board or licensure exams.

Yes, CHED has Scholarships for Instructors’ Knowledge Advancement Program (SIKAP) 6 which is open for teaching personnel in an HEI who want to pursue advanced studies in identified universities in the Philippines.

Qualifications:

• Filipino citizens employed as teaching personnel in an HEI or have been employed for the last 12 months at the time of application
• Had been admitted to an eligible graduate program
• If admitted to a Master’s program, the applicant must not be more than 52 years old 
• If admitted to a Doctorate program, the applicant must not be more than 50 years old
• With no relative up to the fourth consanguinity or affinity who is working at the CHEDRO where the application is being processed

CHED SIKAP Benefits: 

• Tuition and other school fees (both for applicants taking Master’s and Doctor’s degrees) 
• Monthly living allowance: Php 25,000 (Master’s degree) or Php  33,000 (Doctorate degree)
• Book allowance:  Php 12,000 per academic year (both for Masters and Doctorate Degree)
• Transportation Assistance:  Php 12,000 per academic year (both for Masters and Doctorate Degree)
• Thesis/Dissertation/Capstone Project Allowance:  Php 50,000 (Master’s degree) or Php 100,000 (Doctorate degree)

Yes, CHED has Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs) 7 that aims to provide tuition subsidy and financial assistance to medical students enrolled in SUCs.

Qualification:

New or continuing Filipino medical students taking Doctor of Medicine program in any of these SUCs:

• Bicol University
• Cagayan State University
• Mariano State University
• Mindanao State University
• University of Northern Philippines
• University of the Philippines Manila – College of Medicine
• University of the Philippines Manila School of Health Sciences (Palo, Leyte)
• West Visayas State University

How to Apply for CGMS-SUCs :

• Submit the accomplished application form to the SUC concerned. You may access the application form here .
• Wait for the result. SUC will evaluate your submitted documents and issue a Notice of Award (NOA) which you must accept.

Other Information:

You must submit your application before the start of the Academic Year.

Yes, CHED offers foreign scholarships and training programs. An example is the SEAMEO SEARCA Graduate Scholarship Programs (2022 – 2023) 8 which offers MS and Ph.D. Scholarships in agriculture and related fields. For more international scholarships that CHED offers, refer here .

As per CHED Memorandum Order No. 08 Series of 2019, CHED scholars are entitled only to one government-funded scholarship. Once you become a CHED scholar, you cannot avail of other government-funded scholarship programs such as DOST Scholarship and OWWA Scholarship.  Meanwhile, there are no sections in the CHED Scholarship policies and guidelines that indicate restrictions on having a local government-funded scholarship. However, it is still helpful to ask your CHEDRO about this matter.

• Republic Act No. 10931 or the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act (2017).
• Yang, A. (2022). CHED suspends scholarship applications for freshmen due to budget issues. Retrieved 28 March 2022, from https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/03/03/2164706/ched-suspends-scholarship-applications-freshmen-due-budget-issues
• Commission on Higher Education (CHED). (2021).  Call for Applications for the CHED Scholarship Program (CSP) for Academic Year (AY) 2021 – 2022 . Quezon City, Philippines.
• Commission on Higher Education (CHED). (2019).  CHED Memorandum Order No. 08, Series of 2019 (Policies and Guidelines for CHED Scholarship Programs (CSPs) . Quezon City, Philippines.
• Commission on Higher Education (CHED). (2021).  CHED Memorandum Order No. 10, Series of 2021: Priority Programs for CHED Scholarship Programs (CSPs) Effective Academic Year (AY) 2021-2022 .
• Scholarships for Instructors’ Knowledge Advancement Program (SIKAP). Retrieved 19 July 2021, from https://ched.gov.ph/sikap/
• Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs). Retrieved 19 July 2021, from https://ched.gov.ph/stufaps/
• Commission on Higher Education (CHED). (2021).  SEAMEO SEARCA Graduate Scholarship Programs for SY 2022-2023 . Quezon City, Philippines.

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Administrative Order No. 16 series of 2018

The Administrative Order No. 16 series of 2018 or the Enhanced Guidelines on Educational Support for DSWD Employees aims to provide scholarship grants for employees to pursue and earn a baccalaureate or post-graduate degree in the Philippines funded by the Department and offer counterpart monetary and/or non-monetary support to DSWD employees relative to completion of post-graduate degrees or diplomas and participation in non-academic short term courses/ training program offered outside the country.

POST-GRADUATE DIPLOMA ON CHILD PROTECTION CUM CASE MANAGEMENT (BATCH 2)

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR POST-GRAD SCHOLARS !

The following scholars of the 2nd Batch Post-Graduate Diploma Course on Child Protection (PGDCCP) cum Case Management has been successfully granted a scholarship in partnership with Miriam College using blended methodology with face-to-face sessions and online sessions. The course aims to increase the competencies of the RSWs along child protection and case management. 

DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY OF THE PHILIPPINES (DAP)

CONGRATULATIONS , ARDO ARWIN !

Director Arwin O. Razo, Assistant Regional Director for Operations of DSWD Field Office VI has been successfully granted a scholarship offered by the Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP). The scholars who will complete all the academic requirements of the program shall be conferred with a Diploma in Development Management.  The accepted applicants will enjoy a full scholarship from the national government.

OUR NEW DSWD-FO6 SCHOLARS

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR PANTAWID SCHOLARS!

Ms. Laarni M. Delos Santos, Project Development Officer II/Municipal Link of the Pantawid Program, has provided a scholarship grant to pursue her Baccalaureate Degree - Bachelor of Science in Social Work from AY 2023-2025. Funded by the Department and offer counterpart monetary and/or non-monetary support in completion of her Bachel ors' D egree.

OUR NEW PANTAWID SCHOLARS

The following 4Ps staff of the Field Office VI assigned in Municipal and City Links has been successfully offered four (4) slots for the scholarship grant through the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) - National Program Management Office (NPMO), for the completion of their Baccalaureate Degree - Bachelor of Science in Social Work. They are enti tled for a monetary and/or non-monetary support in completion of their Bachelors' Degree.

OUR EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM GRANTEES

CONGRATULATIONS ON PASSING THE BAR!

Atty. Annalie D. Treyes, Legal Assistant II, Office of the Regional Director – Legal Unit of the DSWD Field Office VI has recently passed the 2023 Bar Examination. Atty. Treyes availed the study leave for six (6) months under the Educational Support for DSWD employees and a one (1) month study leave in preparation for her comprehensive exam prior to taking the bar exam.

CHED Merit Scholarship Program 2023 (CMSP)

The CHED Merit Scholarship Program (CMSP) for 2023, a renowned government-funded scholarship in the Philippines, is now accepting applications. Specifically designed to bolster the academic journey of extraordinary Filipino students, this Filipino scholarship program extends its benefits to a spectrum of special groups. These include underprivileged citizens, persons with disabilities (PWDs), and solo parents along with their dependents.

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What is the CHED Merit Scholarship Program (CMSP)?

The CMSP is a golden opportunity for Filipino students, providing full or partial financial assistance to cover tuition and other school fees. This scholarship also includes a monthly stipend for living expenses, and is applicable to any CHED-recognized priority programs in private higher education institutions (HEIs), State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), and Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs).

Who can apply for the CHED Merit Scholarship Program (CMSP) 2023

To qualify for this unique academic scholarship in the Philippines, applicants need to meet several requirements:

• Be a Filipino citizen.
• Be a graduating high school student or a high school graduate with a general weighted average (GWA) of at least 90%.
• Belong to a special group of persons, such as 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, and must submit certifications and/or identification cards (IDs) issued by the appropriate offices or agencies.
• Avail of only one government-funded financial assistance program.
• Intend to enroll in a course that is on the list of CHED Priority Programs*.

Priority Programs for CHED Scholarships AY 2023-2024

Here is the list of Priority courses recognized by CHED for the academic year 2023-2024:

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

CMSP 2023 Documentary Requirements

• Citizenship: Certified true copy of Birth Certificate . Book your PSA appointment here .
• High school report card for incoming freshmen students eligible for college.
• Duly certified true copy of grades for Grade 11 and 1st semester of Grade 12 for graduating high school students.
• 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.
• Latest copy of contract or proof of income, for the children of Overseas Filipino Workers and seafarers.
• Identification Card (ID) – Special Group (Underprivileged or Homeless, PWD, Solo Parent, Senior Citizen, Indigenous People)

CMSP Financial Assistance

This Filipino scholarship program covers tuition and other school fees (TOSF), offers a monthly stipend, and provides a book/connectivity allowance per semester until the completion of the degree program. The specifics of the financial aid vary based on whether the institution is a private Higher Education Institution (HEI) or a State University and College (SUC) / Local University and College (LUC).

Private HEIs Financial Assistance

For Private HEIs, here is the breakdown:

*TOSF = Tuition and other School Fees *PESFA = Private Education Student Financial Assistance

SUCs and LUCs Financial Assistance

For SUCs and LUCs, the breakdown is as follows:

*TOSF = Tuition and other School Fees

*SSP = State Scholarship Program

How to Apply for the CHED Scholarship Program (CMSP 2023)

The application process for CMSP 2023 is straightforward:

• Prepare the complete documentary requirements.
• Scan the documentary requirements clearly.
• Send the application and documents online to your respective CHED Regional Office.

CHED Regional Office Application Links

Deadline for Submission

The deadline for submission is on  May 31, 2023 . There are 13,455 slots available.

For inquiries, contact:

For inquiries, kindly contact your respective CHED Regional Office .

Remember, the CHED Merit Scholarship Program (CSMP) is a testament to the government’s commitment to education and development. It’s an excellent opportunity for academically talented Filipino students from special groups to pursue their higher education goals without the financial burden. Stay tuned to the official CHED website for updates on application deadlines.

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CHED Scholarship 2024-2025: Application, Requirements and more!

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The CHED Scholarship Program (CSP) is a financial aid initiative for incoming college students, provided by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). This annual program, also known as the Student Financial Assistance Program (StuFAP), aims to support deserving individuals entering their first year of college. In this comprehensive guide for the CHED Scholarship 2024-2025 Application, familiarize yourself with the qualifications, requirements, application process, and benefits of participating in the program.

Open to applicants from authorized public or private colleges, universities, and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), the CHED scholarships are awarded based on academic merit. The CSP 2024 continues this mission, offering Full Merit and Half Merit scholarships to ensure equitable access to education for underprivileged students.

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Qualifications, ched scholarship requirements, for private universities, for state universities, ched scholarship 2024 to 2025 application form, how to apply ched scholarship.

All incoming college freshmen are invited to apply to the CHED Scholarship Program 2024. The following are the qualifications to be eligible to the application:

• Must be a Filipino citizen;
• Graduating high school student or high school graduate with a General Weighted Average (GWA):
• For Full State Scholarship Program (FSSP) and Full Private Education Student Financial Assistance (FPESPA), GWA must be 96% or above.
• For Half-SSP and Half-PESPA, GWA must be 93% but not more than 95%.
• Applicants must meet the income requirement, with their parents or guardians having a combined annual gross income not exceeding Four Hundred Thousand Pesos (PhP 400,000). In cases where the income surpasses this threshold, applicants must provide written certification of a family member’s illness or school certifications demonstrating two or more dependents enrolled in college.
• Avail of only one government-funded financial assistance program.

Alongside the qualifications, the following CHED Scholarship requirements are also to be considered upon application:

A. Citizenship

• Birth certificate (PSA or NSO) as proof of Filipino citizenship.

B. Academic

• Duly certified true copy of High school report card for incoming freshmen students eligible for college (High School Graduate); and
• Duly certified true copy of grades for Grade 11 and 1st semester of Grade 12 for graduating high school students.

C. Financial

The student-applicants shall submit any of the following documents:

• Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) of parents or guardian;
• Certificate of Tax Exemption from 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; or
• Latest copy of contract or proof of income may be considered for children of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and seafarers.

Proof of the following documents (if applicable):

• Parents are senior citizens.
• Being a member of an indigenous group
• Parents who are on their own or their dependents
• A person with a disability (PWD)
• Homeless and underprivileged

Finally, how to apply for the CHED Scholarship:

• Prepare the complete documentary requirements.
• Scan the documentary requirements clearly.
• Send the application and documents ONLINE to your respective CHED Regional Office.

Also Read: CHED Scholarship programs: A Scholarship Guide

CHED Scholarship Benefits

Perhaps one of the greatest benefits of availing the CHED scholarship is the freedom from worrying about paying tuition, miscellaneous fees, or other school expenses. 

As part of the CHED Scholarship benefits, scholars receive a monthly allowance or stipend every semester, which is distributed either directly to them or through their school/Higher Education Institution. Here’s a breakdown of the financial assistance:

Full CHED scholars enrolled in a private university receive P20,000 for tuition and other school fees, P35,000 in allowance, and P5,000 for books every semester.

CHED scholars who prefer to attend a state or public university receive FREE tuition as well as a stipend and book allowance of P40,000 per semester.

Under the CHED Scholarship Program, a qualified student may be awarded either a Full Scholarship (FS) or a Half Scholarship (HS) through the State Scholarship or Private Education Student Financial Assistance (PESFA).

This is intended for high school graduates with a GWA of at least 96% or its equivalent.

This is intended for high school graduates with a GWA of at least 93% – 95% or its equivalent.

Also Read: Top Scholarships for College Students in the Philippines: A Comprehensive List

The application period for Ched Scholarship 2024 to 2025 is usually March to May each year for the upcoming academic year. Moreover, you may access the CHED Scholarship 2024 to 2025 Application Form here.

Please note the actual deadline may vary, so it’s best for aspiring applicants to keep checking the CHED website for announcements regarding the exact application period. But March 31, 2025 should be the approximate deadline for AY 2024-2025 based on past timelines.

Reminder: Please ensure that the course you are planning to enroll in is aligned with the priority courses. Additionally, check the completeness of your documents because only those with complete documents and at least a 93% GWA are allowed to proceed with the Online Application.

Moreover, you may keep updated about the Ched Scholarship 2024 To 2025 by visiting their Official Website .

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What is DSWD AICS Program – Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations

The DSWD offers various services and assistance to the Filipino people. One of these is the DSWD AICS Program, which stands for Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) . 

The DSWD AICS (Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations) Program is one of the Philippine government’s initiatives to provide immediate and temporary assistance to individuals and families who are affected by crises.

With the crisis brought about by the pandemic, the DSWD AICS Program aims to provide essential services and assistance to those affected. The program is also intended for individuals who are in need of financial assistance due to catastrophic events and calamities, such as floods, landslides, typhoons, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions. The DSWD AICS Program provides limited financial assistance to qualified applicants.

What is the program’s goals and objectives? Who will benefit from this program? What is the DSWD AICS Program’s eligibility criteria? How can one apply for the DSWD AICS Program? Let’s find out more about the program to answer these questions and more.

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What is DSWD Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations?

As the leader in social protection, the DSWD is mandated to provide the best possible service to the citizens. It is also responsible for addressing the various needs of the poor and vulnerable sectors of society. This includes implementing programs and projects aimed at improving the quality of life for the people, such as the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) , among others.

In 2014, the DSWD issued a memorandum circular aimed at improving the implementation of the Assistance to the Crisis Situations (AICS) program. This was followed by three other circulars in 2016. These documents provide guidelines on how to implement the program.

AICS is a stop-gap measure that provides financial, emotional, and psychosocial support to families and individuals who have experienced a crisis or unexpected life event. It can help them meet their basic needs in the form of food, transportation, medical, educational and burial assistance. 

In 2019, the DSWD issued an amendment to the memorandum circular about the implementation of AICS. This document provides updated guidelines on how to implement the program.

The DSWD continuously provides various social protection and welfare services to the people. These include the AICS program to help individuals and families who have experienced a crisis or unexpected life event. It also supports the government’s social amelioration efforts to help the people affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.

Due to the declaration of a public health emergency in the Philippines, various community quarantine measures were implemented. This resulted in an increase in the number of people looking for assistance from the DSWD for various support services through cash aid. 

The agency is expected to enhance the implementation of the AICS program in response to the increasing number of people who require support after experiencing a crisis or unexpected life event. This will allow them to access government services that are designed to help them recover.

In line with the guidelines provided in the memorandum circular, the agency will also consider the implementation of a new normal set-up for the AICS program. This new approach will be based on the protocols of the IATF-EID.

The AICS can provide eligible individuals with the following monetary and material assistance:

Transportation Benefits

It is the assistance for the purchase or payment of transport (air/sea/land) tickets and/or expenses to enable the client/s to return to his/her/their home provinces permanently or seek further medical interventions in another place, or to attend to emergency concerns such as death, care, or other emergency or critical situations of family members, relatives, or other individuals in need. This includes those that require immediate presence, such as but not limited to attendance at a court hearing, the rescue of an abused relative, etc.

Note: The procured ticket shall be issued to the client unless in instances when giving outright cash is more convenient, as discussed in the section on Provision of Assistance under the Implementing Guidelines.

Medical Benefits

It is the assistance to help shoulder hospitalization expenses, cost of medicines, other medical treatment or procedures such as implants, laboratory procedures including but not limited to computerized tomography (CT) scan, electrocardiogram (ECG), echocardiogram (2D Echo), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and provision of assistive device. Other medical expenses, such as professional fees, may be covered.

Note: Birthing is not covered unless the patient suffered complications during delivery, subject to the social worker’s assessment. The client shall not be entitled to in-patient financial assistance except when the drug or treatment is unavailable in the hospital or covered by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth).

Burial Benefits

It is the assistance to defray funeral and related expenses, including but not limited to expenses in bringing the remains to the residence of the deceased and/or burial site in accordance with existing customary practices of the family, especially among Indigenous peoples and Moros. 

Note: Due to a disaster/calamity/critical events or circumstances similar to this where there are casualties in the family, the surviving family shall be given outright cash in the amount of P10,000 for each casualty without the need for a case study report.

Educational Benefits

A form of assistance given to eligible students to help defray school expenses and/or cost of sending students/children to schools, such as school fees, supplies, projects, allowance, and other related expenses, which will be provided once in a school/academic year for students, with priority to working students in public high school, vocational/ technological schools, state colleges, and universities. 

A maximum of three (3) children per family shall be entitled to this assistance. However, this may be given to a student who, although not indigent, is assessed by the social worker to have an extreme need based on his/her family’s current condition, including victims of displacement and repatriated/deported Overseas Filipinos (OFs), among others. 

Note: In no case shall this assistance be given to cover expenses for graduate and post-graduate studies.

Food Benefits

The provision of assistance to the client(s) in need would be provided up to a maximum of ten (10) days or an amount of at least P80.00 per meal per individual. It includes hot meals, food/meal allowance, or cash equivalent to the cost of the required hot meals and/or Food packs. 

Eligible client(s) shall include those caring for sick relatives or relative/s in the hospital, the grantee(s) of transportation assistance on his/her/their return to their home province or attendance to court hearings, People Who Use Drugs (PWUD) and their families, rescued trafficked individuals, former rebels, distressed OFs, stranded individuals due to emergency situations (such as but not limited to, human-induced and natural calamities) and alike.

This assistance comes in the form of:

• Immediate provision of food packs; 
• Cash equivalent to the cost of food packs; or 
• Voucher with monetary value

Cash assistance for other support services for victims of natural or man-made crisis or calamity, victims of domestic abuse, locally stranded individuals (LSIs) and other incidents

It is assistance in the form of outright cash provided to individuals and families in extremely difficult circumstances in which the need does not fall on the assistance mentioned above, such as but not limited to, a child victim of online sexual exploitation and other sexual abuse cases, families of KIA/WIA uniformed personnel (police and soldiers), repatriated or deported OFs, Persons Living with HIV, rescued individuals/families against abuse, family and children of PWUD, survivor-victims of violence against women and children, rebel returnees, victims of fire, armed conflict and other incidents/occurrence putting those affected in a crisis situation, as may be justified by the social worker or through a case consultation/conference.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Qualifications per aics program.

Walk-in clients and referred clients who are in crisis situations based on the assessment of a social worker can apply for these benefits:

1. Medical Assistance:

• Hospitalization 
• Cost of Medicines
• Medical Treatment and Procedures 
• Other Medical Expenses

2. Educational Assistance:

• Tuition Fees Augmentation 
• School Supplies
• Transportation Expenses 
• Other School Expenses

3. Burial Assistance

4. Transportation Assistance

5. Food and Non-food Assistance

• Immediate provision of food packs
• Cash equivalent to the cost of food packs 

6. Cash Assistance for Other Support Services 

• The provision of outright cash is provided to individuals and families in extremely difficult circumstances.

Requirements

1. For Medical Assistance:

• Updated Clinical Abstract/Medical Certificate within three months with a signature above and license number of the doctor
• An updated medical prescription with name, signature, and license number of the doctor
• Laboratory Request/Medical Procedures/Treatment Protocol with name, signature and license number with date of the doctor; 
• Quotation official price
• Update hospital bill (showing outstanding balance, name and signature of the billing clerk)
• Social Case Study Report if the medical assistance is PHP 5, 000 and above
• Barangay Certificate/Certificate of Indigent Client (address should be the same with the submitted valid ID and
• Valid ID of the client with the same address to the submitted Barangay Certificate of  Indigency with validation date

2. For Burial Assistance:

• Funeral contract showing outstanding balance and breakdown of the service with name and signature of the funeral’s delegate
• Original or Certified True Copy of  Registered Death Certificate with registry number
• Barangay Certificate/Certificate of Indigency of the client; valid ID of the client showing the same address with the Barangay Indigency
• Permit to transfer (where the remains need to be moved)
• Social Case Study (can be requested)
• Promissory Note (if needed)
• Referral Letter (if needed)

3. For Transportation Assistance:

• Valid ID showing the same address of the Barangay Certificate with validation date and
• Barangay Certificate/Certificate of Indigency of the client

4. For Educational Assistance:

• Registration Form, School Assessment Form, Certificate of Enrollment with name and signature of the registrar
• Validated school ID of the student
• Updated statement of account showing the outstanding balance, name and signature of the accounting staff
• Barangay Certificate/Certificate of Indigency of the client’s guardian
• Valid ID of the client showing the same address to the  Certificate of Enrollment
• Social Case Study Report (can be requested)

How to Process DSWD AICS Benefits

If you are in need of assistance, the first step is to visit a DSWD Social Welfare and Development (SWAD) office or Crisis Intervention Unit (CIU).

Step 1: Visit the nearest DSWD office. Check if your local DSWD field office will require an appointment beforehand.

Step 2: Undergo a Screening from DSWD officers.

Step 3: Undergo an assessment based on your documents submitted.

Step 4: Releasing of cash assistance. Once you are qualified and your case is assessed, financial assistance will be provided to you.

Once you have been determined to be eligible, you will be given a list of the available benefits. You can then choose which benefits you would like to avail of. In most cases, you will be able to receive the benefits immediately. However, in some cases, you may need to wait for approval from the Department of Social Welfare and Development . Regardless of the process, the SWAD or CIU staff will be with you every step of the way to ensure that you receive the assistance you need.

Infographics of the DSWD AICS Program

You may find in this link the infographics for the various AICS Program Benefits here – https://www.dswd.gov.ph/aics/

You can also check out more details about each program below:

DSWD AICS Program Accomplishments

For those of you who might be wondering about the scope and impact of the AICS Program on its target beneficiaries, here are some of its milestones:

The Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations (AICS) has a physical target of 1,234,784 clients for the Calendar Year 2022. The accumulative data on clients served by the DSWD Central Office (CO) and the Field Offices (FOS) for the first quarter of the current year is 335,278 clients, which is 27.15% of the total target. 

While the program has served its purpose, there is still a long way to go in reaching its target of 1.2 million clients for 2022. And under the leadership of Senator Erwin Tulfo, we hope that the much-needed revamp and change in the department will finally be seen.  The DSWD is a vital government agency that assists the most vulnerable sector of our society. It helps people in need and gives them hope and strength to persevere through difficult times. And we hope that this will continue under Senator Tulfo’s leadership.

Video: Cash Aid via AICS Program by DSWD

The Philippine Social Welfare Department is set to open its offices for Filipinos who want to be included in the government’s cash aid scheme. This is good news for those who have been left out of the program due to some technical issues or because they were not able to apply in time.

Moreover, by doing so, the DSWD can accommodate more applicants, especially in areas where there are many Filipinos who need help. The agency said it could take up to two months to complete its list of beneficiaries. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some FAQs about the AICS programs:

1. What is a referral to other services?

A referral to other services is a type of assistance that is not available at the SWAD or CIU satellite offices . It can be used to access various services such as legal advice, psychosocial support, and even temporary shelter.

2. What is AICS financial assistance?

The AICS provides various services, such as financial and material assistance. Financial assistance is usually provided in the form of cash or a guarantee letter. On the other hand, material assistance is usually provided for non-food items.

3. What is the psychosocial intervention?

A psychosocial intervention is a type of non-biomedical technique that aims to reduce the effects of a crisis on a person’s behavior. It can be used in combination with other interventions such as cognitive therapy.

4. What is medical assistance?

The provision of medical assistance is a vital part of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It helps individuals and families shoulder the expenses associated with hospitalization and other related procedures. In response to the possibility of other diseases, this circular included various adjustments to the program’s provisions.

5. How is the eligibility of a client determined for DSWD programs?

The eligibility of the client to avail of the services shall be determined during the interview and scrutiny of the supporting documents presented. The social worker shall discern the capacity of the family to address the problem by looking keenly on the available resources that the family could access or utilize and the assessment of the social worker shall be the basis for the recommendation.

6. What is the role of the Department of Social Welfare and Development?

The DSWD is responsible for implementing social protection programs and activities aimed at improving people’s quality of life. It is also committed to addressing the needs of the poor and vulnerable sectors of society.

The DSWD AICS Program is an effective social protection program that aims to help the poor and vulnerable sectors of society. The program has been proven to be able to address the needs of families who require assistance. This is because it offers them a wide range of services, including financial assistance, medical care, and counseling.

And with the number of Filipinos in crisis situations during the pandemic, this program is more important than ever. It is a great way to ensure that people in need get the help they need during times of crisis. We hope you’ve gained some insight into how the DSWD AICS program works. We also hope you learned about the types of assistance it offers and the application process. 

Disclaimer: This post is only for informational purposes and should not be used as a direct guide to the program. As with any government-sponsored program, you must check on the official DSWD latest updates before applying for assistance.

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DSWD Financial Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS): Everything You Need to Know

By Jessa Rivera 1 Comment Filed Under: Public Info

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in the Philippines provides assistance to individuals in crisis through its Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program. This program aims to provide immediate assistance to individuals and families who are experiencing crisis or emergency situations, such as natural disasters, fire incidents, and medical emergencies.

The AICS program provides a range of assistance, including hospitalization/medical assistance, burial assistance, transportation assistance, and educational assistance. The assistance provided depends on the nature and severity of the crisis, as well as the needs of the affected individuals or families. The program also provides counseling and referral services to help individuals cope with the crisis and access other forms of support.

Who may avail of the following services?

Generally, these programs are available for:

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• Person needing social welfare development assistance
• Individuals/families in crisis situation Who have not yet availed of CIU assistance during the year.
• Who are indigent as certified by the Barangay Chairman of the area where they resides.

AICS Programs

1. hospitalization or medical assistance.

One of the programs they offer is the in hospitalization and assistance program which includes medical assistance for indigent individuals or families who are experiencing a crisis or emergency.

Under this program, eligible individuals can receive financial assistance to cover hospitalization or medical expenses. The assistance can cover the cost of medicines, laboratory tests, hospital fees, and other related expenses. The amount of assistance provided varies depending on the nature of the crisis and the financial resources available.

To apply for medical assistance under the AICS program, individuals or families need to visit their local DSWD office and provide relevant documents such as the following:

• Clinical Abstract and/or
• Prescription (for medicine)
• Laboratory Request/Medical Procedures (recommended by the attending Physician)
• Billing Statement (for hospital bill)
• Social Case Study Report from LGU (optional)
• Barangay Certification/Indigency/ any valid ID of the patient or his/her representative (e.g. driver’s license, postal, school, voters and senior citizen ID)
• Referral/Endorsement letter from legislator, if applicable.
• Medical Certificate with license/PTR No. of the attending physician
• 2. BURIAL ASSISTANCE

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in the Philippines provides burial assistance to eligible indigent families who cannot afford to pay for funeral expenses. The burial assistance provided by the DSWD typically covers the costs of the funeral service, coffin, and transportation of the remains.

The amount of assistance provided may vary depending on the location and the prevailing funeral expenses in the area. However, the maximum amount of burial assistance that can be provided by the DSWD is PHP 10,000.

To be eligible for the burial assistance, the applicant must be an indigent family or an individual who is experiencing a crisis situation due to the death of a family member. The applicant must also submit the necessary documents as follow:

• Registered Death Certificate
• Funeral Contract
• Permit to Transfer (transport of cadaver)
• Barangay Certificate/any valid ID
• Social Case Study report from LGU (optional)
• Referral/Endorsement Letter from legislator, if applicable

3. TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE

Transportation assistance is another program by DSWD in the form of payment of transport tickets, either by air, land or sea and/or expenses during emergency, for travels of beneficiary within the country.

This applies to those returning to their home province permanently, or seek medical intervention in another place, attendance to emergency concerns such as death, care of sick family member or relative, rescue of abuses or trafficked relatives, or events of disaster/calamity that require immediate presence of the beneficiary.

To avail of the transportation assistance, individuals and families must submit a request to the DSWD through their local government unit (LGU) or social welfare and development office (SWDO) with the following requirements:

• Barangay Certification/Indigency/any valid ID
• Referral/Endorsement letter from legislator, if applicable

4. EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) also provides educational assistance. Under this program, eligible elementary students will receive P1,000; P2,000 for high school students; P3,000 for Senior High School and last but definitely not the least vocational/college level students will receive P4,000. Every three children of a family are eligible provided that they are:

• Breadwinner
• Working student
• Has no family/Living with relative
• Child of a solo parent
• Has parents with no source of living
• Child of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs)
• Child of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs)
• Child of HIV victims
• Victim of Domestic Abuse
• Victim of natural disasters

Here are the necessary documentary requirements:

• Certificate of Enrollment
• Social Case Study Report (optional)

How to avail any DSWD's AICS Program?

To know more about the programs, kindly visit the website of DSWD via these links:

• https://www.dswd.gov.ph/about-us-2/citizens-charter/processing-of-assistance-to-clients-of-dswd-crisis-intevention-unit/
• https://www.dswd.gov.ph/aics/

Source: Department of Social Welfare and Development

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