DOST-SEI Scholarship Awards
Deadline: November 16, 2007
“The Department of Science and Technology-Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) will award scholarships in BS degree programs to Filipino students with high aptitude in science and mathematics and willing pursue fields of science and technology.
1. Agricultural Engineering
2. Biochemistry
3. Biology
4. Chemical Engineering
5. Chemistry
6. Chemistry Teaching
7. Computer Engineering
8. Computer Science
9. Electrical Engineering
10. Electronics and Communications Engineering
11. Food Technology
12. Industrial Engineering
13. Information Technology
14. Materials Engineering
15. Mathematics
16. Mathematics Teaching
17. Mechanical Engineering
18. Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
19. Physics
20. Physics Teaching
21. Statistics
A. General Criteria of Eligibility:
The applicant must be: a poor, talented and deserving student who belongs to a family whose socio-economic status does not exceed the set values of certain indicators as approved by the Advisory Committee on the S&T Scholarships; a member of the top five percent (5%) of the regular high school graduating class or a member of the graduating class of a DOST-SEI identified or DepEd recognized science high school; a natural-born Filipino citizen; a resident of the municipality for the last 4 years as attested by the barangay/school records; of good moral character and in good health; a qualifier of the 2008 S&T Scholarship Examination.
The following are not qualified to apply: Those who have earned units in any post-secondary/undergraduate course; taken any DOST-SEI Science and Technology Scholarship Examination; applied for resident/immigrant status in the USA or any other country.
B. Scholarship Privileges:
1. Tuition and other school fees not to exceed P 4,500/semester/term.
2. Allowance for prescribed textbooks and essential school supplies at P 3,000/academic year.
3. Outright grant for prescribed Military Science/Physical Education uniform of
P500.00 for first semester, first year only.
4. 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).
5. Monthly living allowance for a 10-11 month duration:
* For those who will pursue Physics, Physics Teaching Courses, a
monthly living allowance of P 4,000; and,
* For those who will pursue other DOST priority courses, a monthly living
allowance of P 3,000.00.
6. Group health and accident insurance;
7. Additional privileges during summer, if required in the curriculum such as:
1. Monthly living allowance during the required period;
2. Tuition and other school fees not to exceed P 1,500;
3. Actual purchase of textbooks and essential school supplies not to
exceed P500.00 (official receipts required).
8. Post-graduation clothing allowance at P1,000.00
C. Requirements:
1. DOST-SEI Information Sheet (using Form A);
2. Household Profile (Form B)
3. Certification of Good Moral Character from guidance counselor/principal
(Form D);
4. Certification from the high school principal on the following (Form D):
* That the applicant belongs to the upper 5% of the regular high school graduating class (Form D-1); or
* That the applicant belongs to the upper 5% graduating class of DOST-SEI identified or DepEd recognized science high school (Form D-2)
* Total number of candidates for graduation
5. Statement of applicant that he/she has not taken any undergraduate units or post secondary course (Form E);
6. Statement of parent that applicant has no pending application for immigrant/resident status in the USA or any other country (Form F);
7. Certification of residency from barangay captain (Form G);
8. Two recent photographs (1″x1″) taken within the month of application, one to be attached to the DOST-SEI Information Sheet and the other to the Test Permit;
9. Photocopy of Birth Certificate.
Note: All certifications are found in the Application Form.
D. Where to Secure/File Application:
Application forms can be obtained at the Science Education Institute, 3rd Floor, PTRI Bldg., Bicutan, Taguig City, Metro Manila, DOST Regional Offices/Provincial Science and Technology Centers (PSTC) or Offices of the Congressmen. It can be also downloaded from the DOST website.
Accomplished form can be filed at the Science Education Institute, 3rd Floor, PTRI Bldg., Bicutan, Taguig City, Metro Manila, or DOST Regional Office/PSTC nearest the applicant’s school or home address.
Deadline for Filing of Application:
16 November 2007 (Friday)
Date of Examination:
13 January 2007 (Sunday)
The Test Permit/s shall be mailed to the applicant or school principal for distribution to the applicants . In case the test permits are not received before the examination day, the examinees may check with the DOST Regional Office/PSTC a day before the examination and proceed to the nearest designated test center.
E. Scholarship Requirements:
1. An awardee shall enroll in any of the DOST-SEI identified institutions including state colleges and universities and in CHED Centers of Excellence/Centers of Development.
* He/She should pass the qualifying examination for admission by the university where he/she plans to enroll.
2. An awardee shall comply with the terms of the scholarship agreement to be entered into between himself/herself, parents or legal guardian and the DOST-SEI.
3. After signing the Scholarship Agreement, the awardee’s name shall be included in the lists of scholars needing clearance from DOST-SEI forwarded to the Department of Foreign Affairs, National Bureau of Investigation and Bureau of Immigration.
4. An awardee shall maintain the grade requirement of the scholarship.
5. Upon completion of his/her course, an awardee shall serve in the country preferably in his/her home region on full time basis along his/her field of training for a minimum period equivalent to the length of time he/she enjoyed this scholarship.
F. Examination Coverage:
This is an aptitude test designed to measure abilities that determine academic and professional success in the different areas in science and technology. The test is divided into two major components:
1. Intellective
1. Scientific Ability
2. , Quantitative Ability Mechanical and Technical Ability
3. Linguistic Ability
4. , Imagery, Inspection, Working Memory Sensorimotor Ability
2. Non-Intellective
G. Selection Criteria:
The awardees shall be selected on the basis of their performance in the 2008 S & T Scholarship Examination.
For more information, contact:
SCIENCE EDUCATION INSTITUTE
Address: 3/F PTRI Bldg., Bicutan, Taguig, Metro Manila
Phone Number: (02) 8390083 or 837-2071 loc. 2382
Fax Number: (02) 837-1333
Website: www.sei.dost.gov.ph
Project Coordinator: Ms. Alice Asuncion
Office Designation: Chief, STD
Phone/Fax No.: (02) 837-1333
Email: ala@sei.dost.gov.ph
http://www.science-scholarships.ph/“
