2009 S&T undergrad scholarships, extended
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST), in a Memorandum dated September 9, 2008 signed by DOST Secretary Estrella F. Alabastro, had extended the deadline for filing of applications for the 2009 DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarships until October 10, 2008.
The two types of scholarships being offered are the RA 7687 and Merit scholarship programs. Scholarships in BS degree programs will be awarded to graduating high school students with high aptitude in science and mathematics and willing to pursue fields of science and technology.
Scholarship privileges includes tuition and other school fees; allowance for prescribed textbooks and essential school supplies; outright grant for prescribed Military Science/Physical Education uniform for first year only; free transportation for one economy-class round trip fare between permanent residence and place of study on reimbursement basis (for those studying outside of their home province); monthly living allowance for a 10-11 month duration; group health and accident insurance; additional privileges during summer, if required in the curriculum; and post-graduation clothing allowance.
The qualifying examination is scheduled on November 9, 2008. For further information about the scholarship program, please contact DOST VI Regional Director, Engr. Rowen R. Gelonga at telephone numbers: (033) 320-0907/320-0093/ 320-0908.(ssrp/DOST VI)