CHED Scholarship 2025-2026 is Now Open | Apply Now
Good news, future college students! The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) just opened the application for the CHED Merit Scholarship Program (CMSP) for AY 2025-2026. If you’re an incoming first-year college student, this is your chance to get a government-funded scholarship!
CHED Scholarship Benefits
CHED scholars can enjoy FULL or HALF scholarships depending on your qualifications!
For Private Schools (PHEIs)
FULL PESFA (₱120,000/year):
- Tuition & School Fees – ₱40,000
- Living Stipend – ₱70,000
- Book/Connectivity – ₱10,000
HALF PESFA (₱60,000/year):
- Tuition & School Fees – ₱20,000
- Living Stipend – ₱35,000
- Book/Connectivity – ₱5,000
For SUCs/LUCs (State/Local Colleges)
FULL SSP (₱80,000/year):
- Tuition – FREE
- Living Stipend – ₱70,000
- Book/Connectivity – ₱10,000
HALF SSP (₱40,000/year):
- Tuition – FREE
- Living Stipend – ₱35,000
- Book/Connectivity – ₱5,000
Who can apply?
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be a Filipino citizen
- Be a graduating high school student, HS graduate not yet enrolled, or incoming college freshman
- Have a GWA of at least 96% (Full Merit) or 93-95% (Half Merit)
- Belong to a low-income household or belong to:
- Underprivileged / Homeless (RA 7279)
- PWD (RA 7277)
- Solo Parent / Dependents (RA 8371)
- Not be a recipient of any other government-funded scholarship
Requirements
Citizenship:
- PSA Birth Certificate (certified true copy)
Academic:
- HS Report Card (for freshmen)
- Grade 11 & 1st sem Grade 12 report cards (for graduating students)
Income Proof (any applicable):
- Latest ITR
- BIR Tax Exemption Cert
- Certificate of Indigence (DSWD/Barangay)
- OFW Contract (if applicable)
For Special Groups:
- Valid IDs for PWDs, Solo Parents, IPs, etc.
Application Period
Applications opened on May 5, 2025, and the deadline is June 20, 2025.
How to Apply
- Prepare all the required documents
- Scan and organize them properly
- Submit everything via your CHED Regional Office’s online portal
Here are the links by region:
- CHEDRO I
- CHEDRO II
- CHEDRO III
- CHEDRO IV
- CHEDRO V
- CHEDRO VI
- CHEDRO VII
- CHEDRO VIII
- CHEDRO IX
- CHEDRO X
- CHEDRO XI
- CHEDRO XII
- NCR
- CAR
- CARAGA
- MIMAROPA
- BARMM – IX
- BARMM – X
- BARMM – XII
Pro Tip: Prepare early, scan your documents clearly , and apply to the correct region! Over 2,700 slots are available, don’t miss this chance to secure your college future!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The application period is from May 5 to June 20, 2025. Be sure to submit your application on time!
Eligible schools are those recognized by CHED. These include State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs), and Private Higher Education Institutions (PHEIs). Check your school’s CHED recognition status.
No, this scholarship is available to first-year college students who are fresh SHS graduates.
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CHED scholarship is a big help, especially for students who can’t afford college. My younger sister is applying this year, hoping she gets in! The ₱120,000 a year can really support tuition and other school needs. Is anyone here also applying or has applied before?
Would love to hear your tips!
I want to have a scholarship because i need it to support my financial
jabelzyrone2@gmail.com
Hi ma’am/sir I need help for my scholarship I’m first year college.
(ARCHITECTURE Drafting technology) at Capsu Main Roxas City Main Campus, Region 6
Hi Zyrone,
To qualify for the CHED Merit Scholarship Program (CMSP), you need a minimum General Weighted Average (GWA) of 93% and a family income of Php 500,000 or less. As a first-year Architecture Drafting Technology student, you can apply through the CHED Regional Office for Region 6 before the June 20, 2025 deadline.
Make sure to check the full requirements and submit all necessary documents. Good luck with your application!
Best regards,
The Editorial Team
Hi ma’am/sir I need help for my scholarship I’m first year college. (ARCHITECTURE Drafting technology) at Capsu Main Roxas City Main Campus, Region 6
Hi ma’am/sir I need help for my scholarship I’m first year college. (ARCHITECTURE Drafting technology) at Capsu Main Roxas City Main Campus, Region 6
Kailangan ko po ng suporta para sa pag aaral dahil si mama ay nag iisa lang na nag susumikap para sa aming mag kapatid. Dahil wla po kaming papa. Hiwalay po sila hindi nag sosoporta.
My fervent desire to pursue a degree in BSED at SOUTHERN CHRISTIAN COLLEGE, coupled with the considerable financial challenges my family faces in supporting my education, makes the opportunity presented by this scholarship incredibly significant not only would it alleviate the considerable financial burden, allowing me to fully dedicate myself to my studies without the distraction of part-time work, but it would also empower me to actively participate in extracurricular activities and research opportunities that will enrich my academic experience and foster my personal and professional growth, ultimately enabling me to contribute meaningfully to my chosen field and society as a whole, a goal I have been diligently pursuing through my consistent academic excellence and active involvement in community service initiatives throughout my high school years.
Ma’am/Sir, this scholarship would be a great help to me. I am a first-year student taking up Bachelor of Secondary Education, majoring in English at Southern Christian College. I need support for my allowance because we are five siblings. Being selected for this scholarship would be a huge help. I hope I am chosen. Thank you.
graceerojo1980@gmail.com
I am the first college applicant in my family and to my mother side aswell, I badly needed this financial support to help me achieve my dreams. I hope you might consider my application.
Thank you