CHED Scholarship 2025: Requirements and How to Apply

The CHED Scholarship 2025 is now open for Filipino students who want to pursue higher education in state or local universities, or private higher educational institutions.

If you’re a senior high school graduate with high academic standing, this scholarship program could help you financially support your studies. Here’s a quick overview of the CHED Scholarship 2025.

CHED Scholarship 2025 Quick Overview

Application Period	May 5 – June 20, 2025
Who can Apply	Filipino SHS graduates with 93%+ GWA
Where to Study	SUCs, LUCs, or Private HEIs
Scholarship Amount	Up to ₱120,000/year
How to Apply	Online via regional CHED portals

What Are the Benefits of the CHED Scholarship?

Students who qualify for the CHED Scholarship 2025 can receive financial aid:

For State or Local Universities and Colleges (SUCs/LUCs):

• Full Scholarship: ₱40,000/semester (₱80,000/year)
• Half Scholarship: ₱20,000/semester (₱40,000/year)

For Private Higher Educational Institutions (PHEIs):

• Full Scholarship: ₱60,000/semester (₱120,000/year)
• Half Scholarship: ₱30,000/semester (₱60,000/year)

Eligibility Requirements for CHED Scholarship

• Applicants must be Filipino citizens.
• Only first-year college students (freshmen) who are senior high school graduates are eligible to apply.
• Applicants must have a General Weighted Average (GWA) of at least 93% or higher.
• The combined annual gross income of the applicant’s parents or legal guardians must not exceed ₱500,000.
• Applicants must be enrolled in a CHED-approved course at a state university, local university, or private higher education institution (PHEI).

What are CHED Priority Courses?

• Science and Mathematics
• Engineering and Technology
• Architecture and Related Programs
• Health Professions
• Teacher Education
• Business and Management
• Maritime Education
• Social Sciences
• Multi and Interdisciplinary Cluster

Checkout the post given below for complete list of CHED priority courses: https://careersfilipino.com/ched-priority-courses/

Documents Required for Application

Applicants need to submit the following documents to complete their application:

1. Proof of Citizenship
   Photocopy of your birth certificate issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).
2. Academic Records
   Certified true copy of your Senior High School report card (Form 138).
3. Proof of Income (Any of the following)
   • Latest Income Tax Return (ITR)
   • Certificate of Tax Exemption
   • Case Study report from DSWD
   • Contract of income (for children of OFWs and seafarers)
4. Other Additional Documents
   • Indigenous Peoples Certification (if applicable)
   • Certification from CSWD/MSWD for underprivileged individuals, PWDs, etc.

How to Apply for CHED Scholarship 2025

1. Go to the regional CHED portal to start your application.
2. Prepare the Required Documents:
   • You’ll need the following documents:
   • Senior High School Report Card (Form 138)
   • Birth Certificate (PSA)
   • Proof of Family Income
3. Fill out the online form and upload your documents.
4. After submission wait for results, you’ll receive updates from CHED regarding your application status

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)