Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISKOLAR) AY 2026-2027 Application Guide

Are you a Senior High School graduate or a college student looking for a scholarship? The Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISTIKOLAR) AY 2026-2027 can help you continue your studies in Statistics and related courses.

In this guide, you will learn about the qualifications, requirements, benefits, and application process for the ESTATISTIKOLAR Scholarship.

Qualifications:

Before applying for the Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISTIKOLAR), applicants must check if they meet the required qualifications. The program is open to qualified Filipino students who meet the academic and financial requirements.

1. Filipino citizen
2. Graduate of a Senior High school in the Philippines with a minimum GWA of 85% or its equivalent;
3. For second- to fourth-year college students, a minimum GWA of 80% or its equivalent; and
4. The combined annual gross income of parents or legal guardians should not exceed Five Hundred Thousand Pesos (PhP500,000.00)

Requirements:

To apply for the Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISTIKOLAR), applicants must prepare and submit the required documents. Make sure that all documents are complete and accurate to avoid delays in the application process.

1. Accomplished Application Form;
2. Copy of Birth certificate issued by National Statistics Office (NSO) or Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA);
3. For senior high school graduate, a certified true copy of the Form 138 [Learner’s Progress Report card or School Form 9 (SF9)] duly signed by the registrar or an authorized representative of the senior high school attended;
4. For second- to fourth-year college students, a certified true copy of Grades from last semester attended;
5. The student applicants shall submit any one (1) of the following documents, whichever is applicable:
   • Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) of parents or legal guardian;
   • Certificate of Tax Exemption/Non-Filer issued by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR);
   • Certified true copy of latest contract or proof of income for children of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) and Seafarers;
   • Social Case Study Report issued by the City/Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office (C/MSWDO);
6. Other Requirements, if applicable:
   • Applicant’s PWD ID issued by C/MSWDO or Certification of Disability issued by the Persons with Disability Affairs Office (PDAO);
   • Solo Parent ID of applicant or his/her parent issued by C/MSWDO;
   • Applicant’s Senior Citizen ID issued by C/MSWDO;
   • Certification issued by Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) or C/MSWDO to Underprivileged and Homeless family;
   • Social Case Study Report issued by C/MSWDO covered under Magna Carta for the Poor and/or First-Generation Students;
   • Certification issued by the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) to the Indigenous People.
7. Notarized Certificate of Guardianship issued by the legal guardian of the student applicant, if applicable.

Benefits:

The Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISTIKOLAR) shall cover tuition and other school fees (TOSF) and a stipend, including book/connectivity allowance per semester of a given academic year until the completion of the degree program. 

SUCs/LUCs

Programs	Particulars	Per Semester	Per AY
FULL-SSP	TOSF	Free Higher Education (FHE)
	Stipend (7,000.00 x 5 months)	35,000.00	70,000.00
	Book/Connectivity Allowance (5,000.00 per semester)	5,000.00	10,000.00
TOTAL		40,000.00	80,000.00

Private HEIs

Programs	Particulars	Per Semester	Per AY
FULL-PESFA	TOSF	20,000.00	40,000.00
	Stipend (7,000.00 x 5 months)	35,000.00	70,000.00
	Book/Connectivity Allowance (5,000.00 per semester)	5,000.00	10,000.00
TOTAL		60,000.00	120,000.00

Priority Courses:

The Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISTIKOLAR) is open to students taking Statistics and related courses. Below are the priority courses eligible for the scholarship.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Statistics
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Applied Statistics
• Other PSA-identified programs related to Statistics and Data Science (as approved by the Philippine Statistics Authority and offered by recognized higher education institutions)

Partner School:

The Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISTIKOLAR) does not have a specific list of partner schools. Instead, the scholarship is open to students enrolled in recognized colleges and universities that offer eligible Statistics and Data Science-related programs.

Eligible Schools

The ESTATISTIKOLAR Scholarship is available to students enrolled in:

• Private Higher Education Institutions (PHEIs) with Government Recognition (GR) or Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC)
• State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) with Institutional Recognition (IR)
• Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs) with Institutional Recognition (IR)
• Schools offering BS Statistics, BS Applied Statistics, or other PSA-identified programs related to Statistics and Data Science.

Application Deadline:

If you are planning to apply for the Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISTIKOLAR), make sure to submit your application before the deadline. 

• Deadline for submission is until July 31, 2026. 

How to Apply:

Applying for the Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISKOLAR) is easy if you follow the steps and prepare all the required documents. Make sure that the information you provide is complete and correct before submitting your application.

1. Prepare the complete documentary requirements
2. Scan the documentary requirements clearly.
3. Send the application and documents ONLINE to https://bit.ly/2026EstatistikolarApplicationPortal

For inquiries, kindly contact your respective CHED Regional Office.

About the Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISKOLAR):

The Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISTIKOLAR) is a scholarship for Filipino students who want to study Statistics and related courses. It helps students pay for their education while preparing them for careers in statistics and data science.

The program aims to increase the number of statisticians and data professionals in the Philippines. It is open to qualified students enrolled or planning to enroll in BS Statistics, BS Applied Statistics, and other related programs approved by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA).

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Final Thoughts:

The Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISTIKOLAR) is a great opportunity for students who want to study Statistics and related courses. It provides financial assistance to help qualified students continue their education and achieve their career goals.

If you meet the qualifications, be sure to prepare your requirements and submit your application on time. This scholarship can help you continue your studies and build a better future.

Reference:

1. Commission on Higher Education. (n.d.). Financial assistance. https://ched.gov.ph/stufaps
2. Commission on Higher Education. (2025). CHED Memorandum Order No. 14, series of 2025: Revised implementing guidelines for the CHED Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISTIKOLAR). Commission on Higher Education.
3. Commission on Higher Education. (2026). Memorandum from the Office of the Executive Director No. 1064, series of 2026: Call for application for the CHED Scholarship Program for Future Statisticians (ESTATISTIKOLAR) for Academic Year 2026–2027. Commission on Higher Education.