CHED Scholarship 2025 to 2026 Online Application

CHED Scholarship 2025 to 2026 Online Application is open to Apply for all college students in the Philippines. The Commission on Higher Education – CHED has announced the launch of its CHED Merit Scholarship program (CMSP) for the school year 2025-2026.

Ched Scholarship 2025-2026 Online Application is Open to Apply

The CHED Merit Scholarship Program is open for all incoming first-year college students 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).

What is CHED Scholarship
Benefits of CHED Scholarship
- Financial Assistance – Private HEIs
- Financial Assistance – SUCs / LUCs
CHED Priority Courses
- A. National Priority Courses
- B. Regional Priority Courses
Eligibility for CHED Scholarship
Documentary Requirements for CHED Scholarship
CHED Scholarship Application Deadline
How to Apply for CHED Scholarship
Links to CHED Regional Offices
CHED Scholarship – Ultimate Guide

What is CHED Scholarship

The CHED Merit Scholarship program (CMSP) is a government-funded scholarship program. The aim of CHED Scholarship is to support academically talented students, especially those students, 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).

All incoming eligible freshman can apply for the CHED Merit Scholarship. CHED Scholars will receive 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.

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Benefits of CHED Scholarship

Following are the list of benefits, a CHED Scholar will receive:

Tuition and other school fees (TOSF),
Stipend per semester
Book/Connectivity allowance

The stipend will be released directly to the scholars or through HEIs. The book/ connectivity allowance per semester of a given academic year until the completion of the degree program.

Financial Assistance – Private HEIs

Following are the financial assistance benefits for students studying in Private HEIs:

Full Merit Scholarship

₱40,000 per semester
₱80,000 per school year

Half Merit Scholarship

₱20,000 per semester
₱40,000 per school year

Financial Assistance – SUCs / LUCs

Following are the financial assistance benefits for students studying in SUCs / LUCs:

Full Merit Scholarship

₱60,000 per semester
₱120,000 per school year

Half Merit Scholarship

₱30,000 per semester
₱60,000 per school year

CHED Priority Courses

Following is the list of priority courses recognized by CHED for its scholarships program:

A. National Priority Courses

1. Science and Mathematics

Applied Physics / Physics
Applied Mathematics / Mathematics
Applied Statistics / Statistics
Biochemistry
Biology
Botany
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Geology
Human Biology
Marine Biology
Marine Science
Meteorology
Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
Volcano and Seismology Related Fields

2. Information Technology Education

Computer Science
Cyber Security
Entertainment and Multimedia Computing
Game Development and Animation
Information Technology
Library and Information Science

3. Engineering and Technology

Agricultural 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
Fine Arts
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Environmental Planning

5. Business and Management

Accountancy
Business Analytics (straight or major)
Hospitality Management / Hotel and Restaurant Management
Tourism Management / Tourism

6. Health Profession Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
Doctor of Optometry
Medical Technology / Medical Laboratory Science
Midwifery
Pharmacy
Physical Therapy
Public Health
Occupational Therapy
Nursing
Nutrition and Dietetics
Respiratory Therapy
Radiologic Technology
Speech and Language Pathology

7. Maritime Education

Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Community Development
Human Services (Guidance and Counseling)
Indigenous Peoples Studies / Education
Peace Studies / Education
Psychology
Social Work

9. Teacher Education

Secondary Education Majors in Science and Mathematics
Culture and Arts
Early Childhood Education
Special Needs Education
Sports and Exercise Science

10. Multi and Interdisciplinary Cluster

Agribusiness
Agro – Forestry
Data Science and Analytics
Disaster Risk Management
Climate Change
Renewable / Sustainable Energy

B. Regional Priority Courses

1. CHED Region I

Bachelor of Physical Education
Bachelor of Technical-Vocational Teacher Education
Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education

2. CHED Region II

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
Bachelor of Elementary Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Human
Resource Development
Bachelor of Science in Criminology
Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship

3. CHED Region III

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (all majors)
Bachelor of Elementary Education
Bachelor of Secondary Education (all majors)
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

4. CHED Region IV

Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology / Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Electronics / Communications Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

5. CHED Region V

Bachelor of Arts in Communication
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting Technology
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Financial Management
Bachelor of Science in Criminology
Bachelor of Science in Office Administration

6. CHED Region VI

Bachelor of Elementary Education
Bachelor of Science in Criminology
Bachelor of Science in Fisheries
Bachelor of Science in Food Technology
Bachelor of Science in Packaging Engineering

7. CHED Region VII

Bachelor of Arts in Communication
Bachelor of Science in Naval Engineering / Architecture
Bachelor of Science in Office Administration
Bachelor of Science in Public Administration
Bachelor of Secondary Education majors in English, Filipino, Social Studies and Values

8. CHED Region VIII

Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
Bachelor of Science in Travel Management
Bachelor of Secondary Education majors in Filipino and Social Science
Bachelor of Technical-Vocational Teacher Education

9. CHED Region IX

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
Bachelor of Science in Criminology
Bachelor in Islamic Education
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

10. CHED Region X

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
Bachelor of Science in Development Communications
Bachelor of Science in Ecology
Bachelor of Science in Forestry
Bachelor of / Bachelor of Science in Performing Arts

11. CHED Region XI

Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science in Theology
Bachelor of Physical Education
Bachelor of Technical Vocational Education
Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education
Creative and Performing Arts

12. CHED Region XII

Bachelor of Science in Criminology
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
Bachelor of Science in Fisheries
AB Islamic Education
Bachelor of Elementary Education

13. CAR

Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship

14. CARAGA

Bachelor of Science in Fisheries
Bachelor of Science in Agroforestry
Bachelor of Science in Geology
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management

15. MIMAROPA

Bachelor of Elementary Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (all majors)
Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
Bachelor of Science in Physical Education
Bachelor of Secondary Education (all majors)

16. NCR

Bachelor in Multimedia Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Communication
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Supply Chain / Logistics Management
Bachelor of Science in Criminology
Bachelor of Secondary Education (all majors)

Eligibility for CHED Scholarship

Following are the qualifications and eligibility criteria required to apply for CHED Scholarship:

The candidate must be a Filipino Citizen
He / She must be a First year college student – a senior high school graduate
Must have a General Weighted Average (GWA) of at least 93% or above.
Shall be enrolled in a Senior High School located in Region 1
Combined annual gross income of parent/s or legal guardian which does not exceed Five Hundred Thousand Pesos (₱500,000.00)
Must enroll in a recognized priority program in a Private Higher Education Institution or a State University / College with Certificates of Program Compliance, or a recognized Local University / College

Documentary Requirements for CHED Scholarship

Following are the list of documents required to apply for CHED Merit Scholarship:

Proof of Citizenship:
- Certified true copy of Birth Certificate
Academic Requirements:
- Certified true copy of High School Report Card (Form 138) for incoming first students eligible for college
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 contract or proof of income, for the children of Overseas Filipino Workers and seafarers
Other Requirement
- Identification Card (ID) – Special Group (Underprivileged or Homeless, PWD, Solo Parent, Senior Citizen, Indigenous People)

CHED Scholarship Application Deadline

The online application for CHED Scholarship program is now open to apply.

The deadline date to submit CHED Merit Scholarship application is June 20, 2025.

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How to Apply for CHED Scholarship

You can apply for CHED Merit Scholarship Program by following these 3 easy steps:

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

Links to CHED Regional Offices

Online Application link for CHED Region 1 is https://stufaps.chedro1.com/application2025/home.

For more information and inquiries, kindly contact your respective CHED Regional Office.

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