The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) in the Philippines offers scholarship programs aimed at supporting aspiring healthcare professionals. Among these is the Medical Technologists and Pharmacists Scholarship Program, designed to assist students pursuing degrees in Medical Technology and Pharmacy. This guide provides an in-depth look at the program’s benefits, eligibility criteria, partner institutions, and application process for Academic Year (AY) 2025–2026.
Program Overview
The CHED Medical Technologists and Pharmacists Scholarship Program is part of the government’s initiative to strengthen the healthcare workforce by providing financial assistance to deserving students. The program aims to produce competent medical technologists and pharmacists who can contribute to the country’s healthcare system, especially in underserved areas.
Scholarship Benefits
Scholars under this program receive comprehensive financial support, including:
- Tuition and Other School Fees (TOSF): Up to PHP 100,000 per semester for private higher education institutions (PHEIs); full coverage for state universities and colleges (SUCs).
- Stipend: PHP 60,000 per academic year to cover daily expenses.
- Book Allowance: PHP 10,000 per academic year for prescribed textbooks and reference materials.
- Clothing/Uniform Allowance: PHP 7,000 per academic year.
- Miscellaneous Allowance: PHP 12,000 per academic year, which may include connectivity expenses.
- Lodging Allowance: PHP 60,000 per academic year for accommodation expenses.
- Transportation Allowance: PHP 12,000 per academic year.
These benefits are disbursed through the respective institutions, ensuring that scholars have the necessary support throughout their academic journey
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Citizenship: Must be a Filipino citizen.
- Academic Performance: For Full State Scholarship Program (FSSP) and Full Private Education Student Financial Assistance (FPESPA), a General Weighted Average (GWA) of 96% or above is required; for Half-SSP and Half-PESPA, a GWA between 93% and 95%.
- Income Bracket: The combined annual gross income of parents/guardian should not exceed PHP 400,000. Exceptions are made for applicants with medical findings of illness in the family or those with multiple dependents in college.
- Enrollment: Must be enrolled or intend to enroll in a CHED-recognized program in Medical Technology or Pharmacy at a partner institution.
- Other Requirements: Must not be a recipient of any other government-funded financial assistance program.
Partner Institutions
For AY 2025–2026, CHED has partnered with several institutions across the country to implement this scholarship program. Some of the partner schools include:
Medical Technology:
- Cagayan State University
- Adventist University of the Philippines
- Our Lady of Fatima University – Antipolo Campus
- University of San Agustin
- Southwestern University PHINMA
- Liceo de Cagayan University
- San Pedro College
- University of Immaculate Conception
- Far Eastern University – Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation
Pharmacy:
- Mariano Marcos State University
- Urdaneta City University
- Saint Paul University Philippines
- Sacred Heart College of Lucena
- University of Perpetual Help System – Laguna Campus
- Our Lady of Fatima University – Antipolo Campus
- University of San Agustin
- Southwestern University PHINMA
- Liceo de Cagayan University
- San Pedro College
- University of Immaculate Conception
- Far Eastern University – Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation
Application Process
Interested applicants should follow these steps:
- Prepare Required Documents:
- Certified true copy of grades.
- Proof of income (e.g., Income Tax Return, Certificate of Indigency).
- Certificate of good moral character.
- Proof of enrollment or admission to a partner institution.
- Submit Application:
- Accomplish the Scholarship Application Form (Annex A).
- Accomplish the Scholar’s Commitment to Render Service Obligation (Annex B).
- Applications can be submitted through the official CHED website or directly to the partner institution.
- Application Deadline:
- The deadline for submission is on July 5, 2025.
Conclusion
The CHED Medical Technologists and Pharmacists Scholarship Program for AY 2025–2026 provides substantial support to students aiming to pursue careers in healthcare.By alleviating financial burdens, the program enables scholars to focus on their studies and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s health sector upon graduation.Interested applicants are encouraged to prepare their documents early and stay informed about application deadlines through official CHED channels and partner institutions.
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