Tuition, books, projects, transportation, and other school needs can add to a student’s expenses. School-based scholarships may help reduce some of these costs.

If you are currently enrolled as a freshman, School-Based Scholarships for 1st Year College Students may be worth checking based on your grades, academic performance, school involvement, or other qualifications.

This guide lists school-based scholarship programs that 1st year college students in the Philippines may consider.

Who Is This Guide For?

This guide is mainly for students who are currently in their first year of an undergraduate program.

Scholarship announcements may use different terms for students at this level. You may also see:

• 1st year college student
• First-year college student
• College freshman
• First-year undergraduate student
• Current college student

Some school scholarships may also accept incoming freshmen or students in other year levels. Always check the specific eligibility rules of each program.

Who May Qualify for School-Based Scholarships?

School-based scholarships have different eligibility requirements. Depending on the program, support may be available to:

• Students with strong academic performance
• Incoming freshmen with qualifying Senior High School grades
• Current students who maintain the required GWA
• Students active in school or community organizations
• Students who pass required examinations or interviews
• Students who meet other requirements set by the school

Not every scholarship applies to every student, so check the qualifications of each program before applying.

Important Application Reminder

School-based scholarships have different application periods, academic requirements, and selection processes. Some may only be available at certain campuses or during specific enrollment periods.

Before applying, make sure to check:

• Current application period and deadline
• Updated eligibility requirements
• Required documents
• Academic requirements
• Eligible year levels
• Campus restrictions
• Scholarship benefits or tuition discounts
• Grade retention requirements
• Qualifying examination or interview requirements
• Official application process and submission channel

The scholarships listed in this guide may not all be accepting applications at the same time. Always check the latest official announcement from the school before applying.

School-Based Scholarship Programs

Below are school-based scholarships that 1st year college students in the Philippines may consider.

PHINMA Education – PHINMA Araullo University

1. PHINMA Araullo University Scholarship

The PHINMA Araullo University scholarship provides educational support to qualified incoming freshmen and continuing students who meet the program requirements.

You may qualify as a continuing PHINMA AU student if you have at least a 2.0 GWA with no grade lower than 2.25, are active in school or community organizations, and pass the qualifying exam and panel interview. The scholarship applies to the Main, South, and San Jose campuses.

National University – Bacolod

2. Nationalian College Scholarship Program

The Nationalian College Scholarship Program provides scholarship opportunities to qualified high school graduates and current college students who meet the academic requirements.

You may qualify if you are a high school graduate or currently a college student and have no grade lower than 88 in any subject from the 1st Quarter to the 4th Quarter grading period.

Before You Apply

Before applying for a school-based scholarship, check the latest scholarship guidelines directly from the school.

Make sure to:

• Confirm that current 1st year college students are eligible.
• Check the latest application period and deadline.
• Review the academic requirements.
• Confirm the eligible campus.
• Check whether school or community involvement is required.
• Review grade retention requirements.
• Prepare the required school records and supporting documents.
• Complete any required examination or interview.
• Apply only through the school’s official scholarship channel.

Scholarship requirements and benefits may change from one academic year to another.

Always check the latest official school announcement before applying.

References

The information in this guide was verified using the official scholarship information, application guidelines, and announcements from the following schools and education providers:

• PHINMA Education – PHINMA Araullo University
• National University – Bacolod

Scholarship details may change without prior notice. Application schedules, eligibility requirements, benefits, available slots, campus coverage, academic requirements, and documentary requirements are determined by each school.

Always check the latest official announcement before applying.

Research Note: This guide was prepared and verified with the help of partners, volunteers, and the CRA team.

Please note that being included in this guide does not necessarily mean that a scholarship is currently accepting applications. Always visit the school’s official scholarship page or verified announcement for the latest application period, requirements, scholarship benefits, and application procedures.