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It can be challenging to find the universities ranked as the best in the Philippines, and it can also be difficult to know which ones offer scholarships to indigenes and foreign students since there are over 2,300 higher institutions in the country. To help interested applicants narrow the search, we have carefully curated eight universities that grant different types of scholarships in the country. For detailed information about the financial aid provided by each university, visit their website and go through the scholarship page.
Below are the best institutions that provide support to make studying work easier for students.
1. University of the Philippines Diliman
The University of the Philippines (UP) is the national university of the Philippines. It offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. Students can study business administration, engineering, law, and humanities. UP has several research centers that support students in various research projects.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship covers tuition, miscellaneous fees, lab fees, and books per semester. The bachelor’s degree program scholarship is 2,000 pesos per month, and the scholarship for a master’s thesis/dissertation program is 5,000 pesos per month.
2. De La Salle University
De La Salle University is at the top of the list of single-subject universities in the Philippines due to its high-demand degree programs. The university offers degrees in business, engineering, education, arts, computer science, and business and science.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship includes a full waiver of tuition and fees and a monthly stipend to cover modest accommodation, board, pocket money, and other expenses.
3. Far Eastern University
Far Eastern University (FEU) offers undergraduate and graduate students several academic programs. The most important courses are economics, health sciences, engineering, and education. It has a reputation for producing competitive graduates recognized for excellence and integrity.
Scholarships Benefits
Scholarships and financial aid are available to poor but deserving students. Full tuition fees and discounts on other fees are offered, which the beneficiaries can continue for four or five years (depending on the course).
4. Technological University of the Philippines
TIP is a premier educational institution offering internationally competitive courses. It offers engineering degree programs accredited by the US-based ABET. In addition, TIP also offers programs in business, IT, maritime, arts, and education.
Scholarships Benefits
As a state university, TUP offers scholarships to deserving students with exemplary academic and athletic performance. No fees during the study program. Semester scholarship of 5,000 pesos throughout the study program
5. Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Polytechnic University of the Philippines is best known for providing specialized instruction that produces independent, creative, and productive graduates. It offers programs in Public Administration, Computer Science, Social Science, and Tourism.
Scholarship Benefits
Entrance scholarships are awarded to first-year students accepted into the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. They are available to first-year students with excellent academic performance in high school. Students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance during the semester apply for Resident Scholarships.
6. University of San Carlos
The University of San Carlos is ranked among the top 20 universities in the Philippines due to its focus on producing talented graduates. It produces socially responsible graduates who are ready to make a positive impact on society. The university offers degree programs in arts, architecture, medicine, business, law, and public administration.
Scholarship Benefits
Scholarships are awarded to high school graduates who achieve the top three marks in each subject area (STEM, HUMSS, AD, ABM). A 100% tuition waiver is provided, excluding lab fees and other expenses.
To maintain these merit scholarships, scholarship recipients must maintain a grade point average of at least 1.7 each semester.
7. University of Santo Tomas
The University of Santo Tomas is Asia’s oldest private university. Students value the university’s rich history, Christian values, and marketable academic programs. The university offers 63 degree programs, including arts, business, law, and engineering.
Scholarship Benefits
Named after the university’s patron saint, the Santo Tomas Scholarship is awarded to students with outstanding academic performance. The scholarship covers all or part of tuition fees and is renewable annually as long as the student maintains high academic performance.
8. Mapua University
CHED considers Mapua University a center of excellence in civil engineering. The university offers engineering, architecture, and business courses and has 15 internationally recognized degree programs.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship covers full tuition fees, assistance with other fees, and a thesis/thesis stipend. All students on the Dean’s List with a quarterly weighted average between 1.50 and 1.00 will receive a full scholarship with a 100% discount on tuition fees.
