National Academy of Sports - NAS Scholarship 2023 for Grade 7 and 8 students

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The National Academy of Sports has announced the launch of Sports Scholarship for Incoming Grade 7 Filipino students. The National Academy of Sports (NAS), from January 12, officially started accepting applications for the NAS Annual Search for Competent, Exceptional, Notable, and Talented Student-Athlete Scholars (NASCENT SAS) for School Year (S.Y.) 2022-2023.

National Academy of Sports - NAS Scholarship 2023 for Incoming Grade 7 and 8 Students — National Academy of Sports – NAS Scholarship 2023 for Incoming Grade 7 and 8 Students

NAS is seeking incoming Grade 7 and Grade 8 students who are natural-born Filipino nationals, who must have a general weighted average of at least 80% and who will not be older than 14 (for Grade 7) or 15 (for Grade 8), respectively, at the beginning of the school year. For Scholarship benefits and detailed qualifications continue reading below.

What is National Academy of Sports Scholarship
National Academy of Sports Scholarship Benefits
Qualifications for Scholarship
National Academy of Sports Scholarship Requirements
Application Deadline
How to Apply for the Scholarship
National Academy of Sports Contact details

What is National Academy of Sports Scholarship

NAS, an attached agency of the Department of Education (DepEd) responsible for implementing a quality and enriched secondary education program, integrated with an unique sports curriculum as specified in RA No. 11470, declared that the school is looking for academically qualified and athletically talented natural-born Filipino students deserving of the award.

Applications are encouraged from all eligible students in the aquatics, athletics, badminton, gymnastics, judo, table tennis, taekwondo, and weightlifting disciplines under the NAS emphasis sports.

In addition with Scholarship benefits, scholars will have the opportunity to represent the nation and NAS in international competitions and exchange programs in exchange for a monthly stipend and a scholarship grant for six (6) years, subject to the student-performance athlete’s in sports and academics.

National Academy of Sports Scholarship Benefits

Following are the Benefits of National Academy of Sports Scholarship:

Full tuition and Miscellaneous fees
Monthly stipend
Sports uniform and equipment
Meal and Lodging at the NAS Dormitory
Loan of learning materials such as books and e-books
Access to all sports facilities (subject to the approval of BCDA)
Health Insurance coverage (subject to the conditions of the Health Insurance Provider)
Covered expenses for participation in local and international competitions to include airfare, accommodation, insurance, meals, allowance, registration fees, passport, visa processing fees, and DSWD permits processing fees.

Note: Such other inclusions/privileges and benefits as may be specifically documented under the rules and policies of NAS, subject to the availability of funds and government accounting/auditing rules and procedures based on SY 2022 – 2023 Scholarship Agreement

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Qualifications for Scholarship

For Grade 7 Students

Following are the qualifications required to apply for National Academy of Sports Scholarship:

The applicant must be a natural-born Filipino citizen
The applicant must be currently enrolled as a Grade 6 pupil or a graduate of elementary school at the time of application
He or She must not be older than 14 years old at the start of the school year
The applicant must have a general weighted average of at least 80%
Show evidence of potential in their particular sport
Show evidence of being in good health and physical fitness to undergo a rigorous athletic program
They must be under the specified NAS focus sports: Aquatics (Swimming), Athletics, Badminton, Gymnastics (Rhythmic), Judo, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Weightlifting

For Grade 8 Students

Following are the qualifications required to apply for National Academy of Sports Scholarship:

The applicant must be a natural-born Filipino citizen
The applicant must be currently enrolled as a Grade 7 pupil or a graduate of elementary school at the time of application
He or She must not be older than 15 years old at the start of the school year
The applicant must have a general weighted average of at least 80%
Show evidence of potential in their particular sport
Show evidence of being in good health and physical fitness to undergo a rigorous athletic program
They must be under the specified NAS focus sports: Aquatics (Swimming), Athletics, Badminton, Gymnastics (Rhythmic), Judo, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Weightlifting

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National Academy of Sports Scholarship Requirements

For Grade 7 Students

Following are the documentary requirements of NAS Scholarship for Grade 7 students:

A Copy of Birth Certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
A Copy of Grade 5 and 6 report cards or evidence of equivalency
A Certificate of Good Moral Character
Medical Certificate and Dental Certificate showing the applicant is physically and orally fit
Evidence of participation and/or achievement/s in any sanctioned national sports competition/s of the DepEd School Sports Division (SSD), Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) or National Sports Association (NSA)
Copy of at least one (1) valid ID with signature of the designated guardian

For Grade 8 Students

Following are the documentary requirements of NAS Scholarship for Grade 8 students:

A Copy of Birth Certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
A Copy of Grade 6 and 7 report cards or evidence of equivalency
A Certificate of Good Moral Character
Medical Certificate and Dental Certificate showing the applicant is physically and orally fit
Evidence of participation and/or achievement/s in any sanctioned national sports competition/s of the DepEd School Sports Division (SSD), Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) or National Sports Association (NSA)
Copy of at least one (1) valid ID with signature of the designated guardian

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Application Deadline

The NAS has started accepting applications for Sports Scholarship from January 9, 2023.
The Deadline to apply for National Academy of Sports Scholarship is May 2, 2023.

Please note that the announcement of Qualified Applicants and Start of Classes will take place in the month of August, 2023.

How to Apply for the Scholarship

All Interested and eligible Filipinos can apply for the Scholarship by visiting the NAS website, downloading required forms and following the application process.

Following are the important form links regarding to the scholarship:

NASCENT SAS 2023 Information: http://bit.ly/NASCENTSAS2023Information
Download the forms here: bit.ly/NASCENTSAS2023Forms

Accomplish and upload the above mentioned forms and requirements via http://bit.ly/NASCENTSAS2023SubmissionForm or you may send it to [email protected] with the subject: NASCENT SAS 2023 Application of <Surname, First Name Middle Initial>

Note: Only e-copies of the application documents will be accepted.