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How to Apply CHED – Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs (FSTP)

If you’re wondering whether there are scholarship programs for studying abroad, then you’re in the right place!

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) aims to provide quality and equal access to tertiary education for all Filipino students for undergraduate and graduate studies. There are several scholarship programs they offer for every Filipino student depending on their needs and where they qualify. One of them is the Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs (FSTP) which aims to enhance the capabilities of institutions through national development thrusts and strategies. This scholarship program is consisting of degree and non-degree short-term courses.

Also Read: List of CHED Scholarship Programs

Check out the article below and learn more about the Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs (FSTP).

CHED Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs

What is the CHED – Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs (FSTP)?

The Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs (FSTP) are directed by the Department of Education (DepEd) for basic education, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) for degree courses, and the Technical Education Skills Development Authority (TESDA) for non-degree courses in under Executive Order 402. Additionally, the Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs are component of the Official Development Assistance to the Philippines by foreign donor countries. Hence, its target beneficiaries are the officials and employees of government agencies, the private sector, and accredited non-government organizations.

Scholarship Programs under FSTP

1. Master’s Degree Program offered by Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA)

This scholarship program aims to strengthen South-South Cooperation by focusing on human resource development and sharing Thailand’s culture, tradition and experiences internationally.

The following are the priority areas:

  • Food Security
  • Climate Change
  • Public Health
  • Applied Biological Sciences
  • Environmental Health
  • Environmental Toxicology
  • Chemical Biology
  • Other topics related to Sustainable Development Goals and Sufficiency Economy Philosophy

2. Scholarship Programs offered by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

This scholarship program main objective is to develop personnel with advanced practical knowledge, analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively in an international environment.

The following are the priority areas:

  • Maritime Safety and Security Policy
  • Seismology
  • Earthquake Engineering
  • Flood disaster Risk Reduction

3. Master’s Degree Program offered by Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)

This scholarship program’s main purpose is to nurture key leaders in developing countries who can contribute to the socio-economic development of the Philippines.

The following are the priority areas:

  • Education
  • ICT
  • Economic Development
  • Public Administration/Public Management/Finance and Tax Policy
  • Global Health Security
  • Urban Development
  • Energy Science
  • Atmospheric Environment
  • Community Development
  • Agricultural Economics/Agricultural Production
  • Water Resources Management
  • Fisheries Science

4. Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Program (Hungary)

This scholarship program provides a wide range of courses for international students with excellent academic track records. Additionally, this program is the most prestigious higher education scholarship program offered by the Hungarian Government.

Below are the priority areas of study for undergraduate studies (full BA)/ Graduate programs (MSc Program):

  • Agriculture and sustainable development
  • Medicine
  • Water Management Engineering and Hydrology
  • Architecture and protection of cultural heritage
  • Natural Sciences
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Any course of study for Ph.D. programs

5. China Government Scholarships

This scholarship program aims to provide Filipino undergraduate and postgraduate (Master’s and Ph.D. program) students and trainees the opportunity to study in China through the agreement on bilateral exchanges between the Philippine and Chinese governments and the goodwill of the Chinese government to promote bilateral educational exchanges.

Below are the priority areas of study they offer:

  • Science
  • Engineering
  • Agriculture
  • Medicine
  • Economics
  • Legal studies
  • Management
  • Education
  • History
  • Literature
  • Philosophy
  • Fine arts

6. Brunei Government Scholarships

This scholarship program is a fully-funded scholarship for international students for diplomas and undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs that are run by the Ministry of Foreign affairs of Brunei.

7. SEAMEO SEARCA Scholarship Program

SEAMEO SEARCA Scholarship Program is available to regular employees of academic or research institutions or government agencies. The priority areas of study are MS and Ph.D. Programs in Agriculture and related fields.

8. Master Degree Programs at Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy National University of Singapore

This scholarship program’s main objective is to educate and inspire current and future generations of leaders, raise standards of governance in Asia, transform lives and create a more sustainable world.

Below is a list of courses or programs they offer:

  • Master in Public Policy- 2 years full time
  • Master in Public Administration-1 year full time
  • Master in Public Management- 1-year full time
  • Master in International Affairs- 2 years full time

9. Philippine Fulbright Graduate Student Program

The purpose of this program is to contribute to the personal and professional development of students, develop future leaders in their respective fields of study and promote mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the Philippines.

The following are the programs they offer:

  • Fullbright Foreign Student Program
  • Fullbright-CHED Ph.D. Scholarship Program
  • Fullbright Advanced Research and University Lecturing Program
  • Fullbright U.S.-ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program
  • Fullbright-Philippine Agriculture Scholarship Program (FPASP) for Advanced Research
  • Fullbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program
  • Fullbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Program for International Teachers (Fullbright DAI)
  • Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
  • Global Undergraduate Exchange Program
  • Fullbright-National Archives Heritage Science Fellowship

10. Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship

This scholarship program has an objective to promote international exchange and research cooperation between Switzerland and over 180 other countries. This is aimed at young researchers from abroad who have completed a Master’s degree or Ph.D. and at foreign artists holding a Bachelor’s degree.

Note: You can check out each scholarship mentioned above to see the full details and description as well as the eligibility requirements to qualify for each of them.

Benefits

You may also check out the benefits and privileges of each foreign scholarship program to know more about it through the links provided below:

Qualifications

Additionally, you may also check out each scholarship program to access the eligibility requirements of your desired foreign scholarship program through the link to their websites below:

  1. Master’s Degree Program offered by Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA) at https://publichealthupdate.com/tica-thailand-international-postgraduate-programme/.
  1. Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship at https://www.sbfi.admin.ch/sbfi/en/home/education/scholarships-and-grants/swiss-government-excellence-scholarships.html.

Requirements

Below are the documentary requirements you have to secure and provide when you apply for any of the Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs.

For Government Employees

You have to write a Letter of Nomination addressed to The Director, International Affairs Staff, CHED signed by the Secretary or Head of agency/institution or its duly authorized official indicating among others an assurance of utilizing the services of the nominee, for two (2) years for every year of scholarship or a fraction thereof not less than six (6) months and that the nominee shall be paid his/her salary and other financial privileges while on training.

He/she shall provide the following:

  • A Certified Copy of the Service Record
  • A Certified Copy of the Statement of Actual Duties and Responsibilities
  • A Photocopy of Transcript of Academic Records (Baccalaureate/Graduate)
  • A Photocopy of the Diploma (Baccalaureate/Graduate)
  • A Certification that the nominee has no pending administrative and criminal case
  • A Certification that the nominee has no pending scholarship nomination for another program and has no pending service obligation for a previous scholarship for Government employees
  • An updated bio-data/resume with a list of in-service training and seminars attended (Spell out acronyms; certificates of training need not be submitted).

For Private individuals

They shall prepare and provide the following:

  • Letter of Intent
  • Recommendation from an employer or former dean/professor
  • Certificate of Employment (if applicable)
  • Photocopy of Transcript of Academic Records (Baccalaureate/Graduate)
  • Photocopy of Diploma (Baccalaureate/Graduate)
  • NBI/Police Clearance
  • Updated bio-data/resume with a list of in-service training and seminars attended (spell out acronyms; certificates of training need not be submitted)

How to Process Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs

To apply for any of the above-mentioned foreign scholarship and training programs, here is a step-by-step instruction to help you with your application.

Step 1: Choose from the list of Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs you wish to apply.

Step 2: Visit its official website through the links provided above.

Step 3: Read carefully and thoroughly all the information provided.

Step 4: Apply if you think you have met all the eligibility requirements for your desired foreign scholarship program.

Step 5: Wait patiently for the result of your application. You’ll be notified once you qualify for the scholarship program you applied to.

Important Reminders

Below are the important reminders you have to bear in mind when applying for any foreign scholarship and training program.

  • When applying for any of the Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs mentioned above, take note of all the guidelines and instructions provided and read and understand them thoroughly to avoid misinterpretations and misunderstandings.
  • Also, list down all the required documents and make a checklist so that you can see to it then you have all the documents on hand when they tell you to submit them.
  • More importantly, read carefully the eligibility requirements and assess whether or not you have met all the qualifications.

Video: What are the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships?

Check out the video provided above to learn more about one of the foreign scholarship and training programs that are open for Filipinos who wish to pursue further studies abroad.

Watch the video to gain in-depth knowledge about the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships and find out who is eligible to apply and what this program is all about.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who can apply for the Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs?

The Foreign Scholarship and Training Program’s target beneficiaries are the officials and employees of government agencies, the private sector, and accredited non-government organizations. But you may also check out the foreign scholarship program you wish to avail yourself of and apply for its eligibility requirements.

2. Where can I apply for the Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs?

If you wish to apply to any of the above-mentioned scholarship programs, go to the links provided above to learn more about it and submit an application.

3. Are the Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs available in 2022?

For updates about the opening of the application period for the foreign scholarship and training programs, visit their official website mentioned above to see full details.

4. Is the Foreign Scholarship and Training Programs open for undergraduate studies and programs?

Some of the foreign scholarship programs are open to both undergraduate and graduate programs. Just check them out yourself based on the area of study you wish to study abroad.

5. Do I need a student visa to study abroad if I qualified for any of the above-mentioned foreign scholarship programs?

Studying abroad also requires you to provide and have your student visa. It is advised that you read more about the documentary requirements and qualifications from their respective official websites.

6. What are the areas of study or programs covered by the Foreign Scholarship and Training Program?

There are many areas of study to choose from that are covered by the Foreign Scholarship and Training Program. You check out the list provided above for each foreign scholarship program.

Summary

This is the process of applying for the Foreign Scholarship and Training Program. It is advised to check out the official websites of each foreign scholarship program you wish to apply for to gain an in-depth understanding of them.

Additionally, it is important to take note of all the required documents to avoid applying with incomplete requirements.

Aside from that, read thoroughly the qualifications of the foreign scholarship and training program you wish to apply to and assess yourself if you are qualified to apply or not. Regardless, good luck with your application.