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DepEd Vouchers (SHS)

Government subsidies for SHS students enrolled in private schools — partial tuition coverage.

DepEd Vouchers subsidise Senior High School tuition for students attending private SHS institutions.

Coverage:

  • Up to ₱22,500/year (partial — covers tuition only, not other fees)
  • Available for all SHS students attending DepEd-recognised private SHS

Eligibility:

  • Junior High graduate
  • Enrolled in DepEd-listed private SHS
  • Application via school

Process:

  • School handles application typically
  • DepEd verifies enrollment + processes voucher
  • Voucher applied as tuition discount

What it means for you:

  • Significantly reduces SHS costs at private schools
  • Bridge between free public SHS + premium private SHS
  • Many parents combine: voucher + family contribution → access mid-tier private SHS
  • Not available for college (only SHS)

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