Philippines - Apply for Local or Foreign Scholarship (DOST-HRDP)

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Procedure

Apply In Person:

1. To Apply for Local or Foreign Scholarship (DOST-HRDP), the applicant has to approach the university. Department of Science and Technology link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. There is no fee for this procedure.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
10. The selection process may include an examination, interview, and evaluation of the application documents.
11. The specific procedures may vary depending on the program or scholarship. The selection criteria may include academic excellence, research potential, relevance to national development priorities, and other factors.
12. If the applicant is selected, the applicant will receive a notification from the DOST or the specific program coordinator. The applicant will also receive information about the next steps, such as enrollment, orientation, and other requirements.
13. This entire process can be completed within 15 – 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Transcript of records
• Certificate of employment or proof of income (for employed applicants)
• Letter of intent or statement of purpose
• Recommendation letters from academic or professional references
• Other documents as required by the specific scholarship program
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Department of Science and Technology
DOST-ASTI Bldg., UP Technology Park Complex,
C.P. Garcia Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City
Philippines 1101
Contact - +63 2 8249 8500, +63 2 8426 9755‬‬
Email - [email protected]
Contact link

Eligibility

• The applicant must be a Filipino citizen and must meet the minimum academic requirements for the scholarship. The applicant may also need to pass an entrance examination or meet other criteria, such as age limit and health requirements.

Fees

• There is no fee for this procedure.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Contact number
• Nationality
• Email ID
• Identity number
• Education qualification
• Parents’ name
• Marks details
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• Local or Foreign Scholarship under the Human Resource Development Program (HRDP) of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in the Philippines is a scholarship program that aims to support the development of highly skilled and competent science and technology professionals in the country.
• The program provides opportunities for Filipinos to pursue graduate studies or specialized training in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in the Philippines or abroad.

Information which might help

The HRDP offers several scholarship programs for local or foreign studies, such as:

• Accelerated Science and Technology Human Resource Development Program (ASTHRDP) provides scholarships for Master's and PhD degrees in science and engineering in top universities in the Philippines and abroad.
• Balik Scientist Program: invites Filipino scientists and researchers who are currently based abroad to return to the Philippines and share their expertise with local institutions.
• Global Partnership Program in Science and Technology (GPST): supports collaborative research and development projects between Philippine researchers and their counterparts in other countries.
• Junior Level Science Scholarships (JLSS): provides scholarships for undergraduate students who are taking up science and technology courses in selected universities and colleges.
• PhD Scholarship Program: provides scholarships for PhD programs in science and engineering in partnership with local universities.
• Science and Technology Scholarship Program (RA 7687): provides scholarships for poor but deserving students who are pursuing science and technology courses in selected universities and colleges.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• The HRDP aims to develop a pool of highly skilled and competent science and technology professionals who can contribute to national development and innovation.
• The program provides opportunities for Filipinos to learn from local and international experts, collaborate with local and international institutions, and conduct research and development projects that can address the country's pressing problems and opportunities.