Dear GBF STEM College Applicant,
Congratulations! If you have reached this part, it means you have successfully passed our eligibility questionnaire for the GBF-Gokongwei Group STEM College Scholarship.
As the next step, you will now proceed to the application process. Before filling out the Application Form, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to carefully review the guidelines below to ensure you meet all requirements and submit a complete application. Submission of Application and Requirements is open until MAY 30, 2026.
SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS & COVERAGE
1. What are the benefits and coverage of STEM College Scholarship?
- Fixed annual financial grant up to Php 120,000 to subsidize tuition and other fees (Subject to terms and conditions of scholarship agreement)
- Access to scholar development programs
- Internship opportunity in the Gokongwei Group
- Employment opportunity in the Gokongwei Group (Subject to company vacancy and passing of all pre-employment requirements)
2. Is On-the-Job Training included in STEM College Scholarship?
Yes, an internship opportunity in a Gokongwei group company is one of the program benefits.
3. Is employment after graduation a benefit of the scholarship program?
Yes. As part of the program’s design, scholars are given the opportunity to gain meaningful professional experience within the Gokongwei Group upon graduation, allowing them to apply their learning in a real-world setting and build their careers within a reputable organization. In return, scholars serve in a partner business unit for one (1) year for every year they received the scholarship, with a maximum service period of two (2) years.
4. Is this applicable to a second degree in college?
No, this only applies to a student’s first bachelor’s degree.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
1. Is there a minimum GWA required to apply?
One of the eligibility requirements is to have at least a GWA of 2.0 or 85%
2. Can those with failed grades in college / high school still apply?
No, all applicants must have no failed, dropped, or incomplete subject/s for the entirety of their college/high school years.
3. Can I apply if I already have an existing scholarship from another institution or company?
For applicants with other scholarships, the application is subject to evaluation. Qualified candidates who do not have any other scholarships are usually prioritized.
4. I am not enrolled yet or I do not have a school yet. Can I still apply?
Yes, instead of the certificate for registration, you will be required to submit your proof of application to at least one university (see the documentary requirements section for the template).
DOCUMENTARY REQUIREMENTS
What are the requirements needed to apply for GBF STEM College Scholarship?
1. Proof of Academic Standing
🔳 For Incoming College Students:
▫ Certified True Copy of Grades – Grade 12 Report Card (1st term only if 2nd term is not yet available)
▫ Good Moral Charater (AY 2025-2026)
▫ Notice of Admission or Proof of University Application for AY 2026-2027
(if not available use our templated Letter of Intent to enroll: https://bit.ly/GBFSC-LOI)
🔳 For Continuing College Students (2nd year and above):
▫ Certified True Copy of Grades – 1st Term AY 2025-2026 (Signed/Certified portal-generated grades are accepted)
▫ Registration Form – 2nd/3rd Term AY 2025-2026
▫ Good Moral Character (AY 2025 - 2026)
2. Proof of Annual Household Income (Submit any of the following documents)
🔳 If parent(s) are employed (private/public sector) or self-employed:
▫ Recently filed 2025 Annual Income Tax Return (ITR): Form 2303 (employed) or Form 1701 (self-employed)
▫ Certificate of Employment with Salary (dated 2026) for the parent contributing to household income
▫ Employment Contract with Salary (for Overseas Filipino Workers - OFWs)
▫ Screenshot of January-March 2026 income (for self-employed individuals in ride-hailing services like Grab/Lalamove)
🔳 If the family's income depends on a senior parent’s pension:
▫ Proof of Pension
🔳 If the parent(s) do not have a regular source of income and are exempt from filing taxes:
▫ BIR Tax Exemption Certificate (To be submitted later upon successful application.)
Warm Regards,
GBF Scholarships Team