Call for Applications: 2023 GBF TeachSTEM College Scholarship

Gokongwei Brothers Foundation is now accepting applications for the GBF TeachSTEM College Scholarship for academic year 2023-2024. Application deadline is on July 31, 2023.

Call for Applications: 2023 GBF TeachSTEM College Scholarship

Gokongwei Brothers Foundation is now accepting applications for the GBF TeachSTEM College Scholarship for academic year 2023-2024. Application deadline is on July 31, 2023.

The GBF TeachSTEM College Scholarship Program is designed to prepare and equip aspiring teachers to become competent educators and STEM champions who provide their students with conducive and meaningful learning experiences.

GBF TeachSTEM College Scholarship awards a fixed annual grant amount of P65,000 for scholars in state universities and P85,000 for scholars in private universities.

GBF has also opened the applications for the GBF TeachSTEM Master's Degree Scholarship. A total of 142 slots are available for both GBF TeachSTEM Scholarships for Educators this year.

The complete requirements, benefits, application process, and FAQs for the 2023 GBF TeachSTEM College Scholarship may be found below.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: GBF does not collect fees from scholarship applicants. If you receive suspicious communication claiming to come from GBF, kindly report it to us. Read our full statement.

 

Qualified Degree Programs

  • Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in:
    • Math (BSEd Math) ​
    • Science (BSEd Sci)​
    • Biology ​
    • Physics​
    • Chemistry ​
  • Bachelor of Elementary Education Major in:
    • Science and Mathematics​
    • Mathematics (BEEd Math)​
    • Science and Health Education​
    • General Education ​
    • General Curriculum ​
    • Early Education
  • Information Technology Courses:
    • Bachelor of: 
      • Information, Technology (BITED) with Certificate in Elem, Junior HS & Senior HS Teaching​
      • Technology and Livelihood Economics
      • Technology and Livelihood Education, Major in Information and Communication Technology​
  • Technical-Vocational Teacher Educ Courses:​
    • Bachelor of Technical Vocational Major in:
      • Drafting Technology                             ​
      • Civil Tecnology and Construction Technology​
      • Electronics Technology​
      • Automotive Technology​
      • Construction Technology​
      • Computer Systems Servicing​
      • Heating, Ventilating and Air-conditioning Technology​
      • Mechanical Technology​
      • Computer Programming​
      • Civil Technology​
      • Electrical Technology ​
      • Computer Hardware Servicing

Scholarship Benefits

  • Financial Grant
    • Public University: Php 65,000
    • Private University: Php 85,000
  • Scholarship Grant
    • Scholarship grants sent directly to bank accounts of scholars
    • Financial grants may be used for educational expenses like tuition, books, supplies, living expenses and conduct of research 
  • Scholar Development Programs
    • Access to capacity-building programs (i.e. leadership, upskilling, subject content)
    • A chance to be part of an educators community

Eligibility Requirements

  1. Must be an incoming or ongoing college student taking a course in Education with specialization in STEM-related fields, Technical Vocational Program, or General Education.
  2. Must be enrolled or intend to enroll in a TEI with LET performance above the national average.
  3. Must have no failed, dropped, or incomplete grades in the previous academic year.
    • If senior high school, academic records from grades 11 and 12 will be evaluated.
  4. Must have a general weighted average of at least eighty-five percent (85%) or its equivalent from the previous academic year.
    • If senior high school, GWA from grade 11.
  5. Has involvement in extracurricular or community activities.
  6. Willing to teach in a public school in their community after graduation.
  7. Must be of good moral standing. Must have no existing disciplinary case.
  8. Must be in need of financial support to complete studies.
  9. Preferably not a recipient of other scholarships.
  10. Must be in good health.

Documentary Requirements

  1. Fully accomplished application form
  2. Proof of Enrollment/Admission
    • For incoming college students, submit Proof of Admission and Letter of Intent to Enroll 

    • For ongoing college students, submit Certificate of Registration from the current semester OR Letter of Intent to Enroll        in the next semester
  3. Certified True Copy of Grades
    • For incoming college students, submit Grades 11 and 12 (available quarters) academic records
    • For ongoing college students, submit 2 most recent consecutive semesters
  4. Official Grading System of University or School
  5. Portfolio reflecting one's community involvement and its impact in the community
  6. Certificate of Good Moral Character from the ​current year 
  7. Proof of household income
    • For employed parents/guardians (submit one of the following): Certificate of Employment with position and salary OR latest ITR OR BIR 2316
    • For unemployed parents / guardians: BIR Tax exemption certificate obtained from LGU
  8. Proof of residence:
    • Photo of residence AND
    • Proof of Billing OR Barangay Certificate
  9. ID Picture on a white background (2x2)

Selection Process

  1. Application Review / Eligibility Screening
  2. Portfolio Evaluation and Live Online Exam
  3. Panel Interview

Application Submission
Send your application for the 2023 GBF TeachSTEM College Scholarship via https://bit.ly/gbfteachstemcollege2023.

Inquiries & Concerns
Kindly visit our FAQ page or email teachstem@gbf.com.ph

Quick Links

Application for TeachSTEM College Degree Scholarship https://bit.ly/gbfteachstemcollege2023
Full Frequently Asked Questions https://bit.ly/gbfteachstemfaqs2023