Education remains a key investment in a young Filipino’s future. However, financial challenges can hinder this journey. 

Fortunately, many corporations continue to support students through scholarship programs that cover tuition, provide allowances, and offer job opportunities after graduation.

Here are 8 corporate-funded scholarships you can apply for this School Year 2025–2026:

1. Don Tomas Mapúa Scholarship

The Don Tomas Mapúa Scholarship is a merit-based program offered by Mapúa University to recognize and reward top-performing senior high school graduates. It aims to support academically excellent students as they begin their college journey.

Benefits:

• 100% tuition discount for two consecutive terms
• Grantees must maintain no grade below 3.0 in any subject during the first term

Who can apply:

• Graduated “With Highest Honors” from a DepEd-accredited high school (local or abroad)
• Class size must be 60 students or more
• Must pass the Mapúa Program Placement Assessment (MPASS)
  

Start Of Application: March 31, 2025
Deadline: July 25, 2025
Application link: https://admissions.mapua.edu.ph/OnlineApplicationforUG.asp

2. Ayala Foundation (U-Go Scholar Grant)

The Ayala Foundation’s U-Go Scholar Grant provides financial assistance and leadership development for female students in public universities.

Benefits:

• Financial assistance for female students
• Leadership development programs
  

Eligibility:

• Filipina students entering 1st–3rd year (or 4th year of a 5-year course) at public/state universities
• No other scholarships
• Not graduating in SY 2025–2026
• Financial need
  

Application Period: May 5, 2025 – June 6, 2025
Application Link: https://form.jotform.com/251352030805445

3. Gokongwei Brothers Foundation (GBF) STEM Scholarship for Excellence

This merit-based scholarship helps develop future leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Benefits:

• Full tuition coverage
• Monthly stipend
• Leadership and values formation programs
• Internship and job placement assistance within the Gokongwei Group
  

Eligibility:

• Filipino citizens with strong academic performance
• Must be pursuing a STEM degree in a GBF partner university
• Incoming college freshmen
• Must pass the GBF selection process and partner school admission
  

Application Period: Ongoing
Deadline: May 30, 2025
Application link: https://www.gokongweibrothersfoundation.org/programs/gbf-stem-scholarship-for-excellence

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4. Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines, Inc. Scholarship (via UPD SIKAP)

This scholarship supports 3rd-year BEEd students at UP Diliman pursuing education.

Benefits:

• ₱18,500 per semester (actual interest earnings)
  

Eligibility:

• 3rd-year UP Diliman students in BEEd (various majors)
• GWA ≤ 2.50
• Annual household income ≤ ₱500,000
• No “5.0”, “DRP”, or unresolved “4.0/INC” grades
• No other scholarships
  Not pursuing a second bachelor’s degree
  

Deadline: June 30, 2025
Application Note: Must complete UPD SIKAP portfolio with updated proof of income
Apply via: SIKAP portal

5. Megaworld Foundation Inc. Scholarship Program

Megaworld Foundation has been providing scholarships since 1999 to deserving students in partner universities nationwide.

Benefits:

• Full tuition coverage
• Allowances per school year
• Internship and career opportunities with Megaworld Group

Eligibility:

• Incoming freshmen, sophomores, or juniors
• Minimum average: 85%
• No grade below 80%

Application: For SY 2025–2026, the application period is not yet announced.

6. SM College Scholarship Program

The SM Foundation has helped over 3,000 students graduate from college—and they continue to provide scholarships across the country.

Benefits:

• Full tuition
• Monthly allowance
• Possible employment with SM companies
  

Eligibility:

• At least 88% general weighted average
• Household income not exceeding PHP 150,000 annually

Application Start: Closed

7. Aboitiz College Scholarship Program

Aboitiz Foundation is known for funding students in tech-driven and high-impact fields.

Benefits:

• Full tuition
• Monthly stipend
• Board exam review fees
  

Eligibility:

• Incoming freshmen
• At least 88% general average
• No failing or incomplete grades

Application: Closed

8. MBFI–Boysen Scholarship Program

Launched in 2005, this partnership supports future Filipino architects from selected universities.

Benefits:

• Full tuition
• Monthly allowance
• Supplemental activities
  

Eligibility:

• 2nd-year BS Architecture students at UP Diliman or UST
• GPA not lower than 85%
• Family income not exceeding ₱300,000
• Not a recipient of another major scholarship
  

Slots: 10 per partner school
Application: Through Office for Student Affairs (UST) or College of Architecture (UPD).

Final Tips

• Check each foundation’s official website or social media pages for updated guidelines.
• Prepare documents in advance: transcript, proof of income, recommendation letters, etc.
• Meet the deadlines—most start accepting applications between January and May each year.
  

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