PHL Scholarships for tertiary education include:
Government scholarships:
- DOST-SEI (STEM, prestigious)
- CHED Tulong Dunong (income-based)
- TES (Tertiary Education Subsidy)
- LGU scholarships (varies by city/province)
Private scholarships:
- Ayala Foundation
- SM Foundation
- Globe Future Makers
- Smart Edu
- BPI Foundation
- Various corporate scholarships
Government cadetship:
- PMA (Philippine Military Academy)
- PNPA (Philippine National Police Academy)
- PMMA (Philippine Merchant Marine Academy)
What it means for you:
- Multiple scholarships can be combined (some prohibit stacking, check rules)
- Apply early — most have specific application windows
- Income limits common for need-based scholarships
- Service obligations vary (some require return service)
- Don't underestimate small/local scholarships — accumulate to significant total