CHED–KOICA Scholarship Program 2026-1

Who may apply

  • Filipino government employees nominated by their agency
  • Applicants 40 years old and below, with remaining service years sufficient to fulfill the return-service requirement
  • Individuals with at least 2 years of government service
  • Permanent government employees holding a permanent appointment
  • Professionals with a college degree related to the field of study, or significant demonstrated experience in the field
  • Applicants with no pending application to any other scholarship program
  • Applicants who have completed prior service obligations required under Executive Order No. 367
  • Slot count not specified

Benefits

Scholars may enjoy the following benefits:

  • Full scholarship grant from KOICA
  • Continued salary support from the nominating Philippine government agency during the scholarship period
  • Tuition coverage for the entire master’s program
  • Monthly living allowance (as per KOICA guidelines)
  • Round-trip international airfare
  • Accommodation and settlement support
  • Insurance coverage during stay in Korea
  • Access to KOICA academic, cultural, and networking programs

Qualifications

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

  • Must be 40 years old or below, subject to serviceability of the return-service requirement
  • Must have rendered at least 2 years of government service
  • Must hold a permanent appointment in a government agency
  • Must have a college degree relevant to the chosen field of study, or demonstrated ability/experience
  • Must not have a pending application for any other scholarship
  • Must have completed previous scholarship service obligations under Executive Order No. 367, if applicable
  • Must be nominated by their agency head and certified as having:
  • No pending administrative or criminal cases
  • No pending scholarship nomination to another program

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