The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in the Philippines offers several scholarship programs to support students who want to pursue degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.

These scholarships aim to develop a pool of highly trained professionals to contribute to the country's scientific and technological advancement. Here are the major scholarship programs offered by DOST:

Undergraduate Scholarships

DOST-SEI Merit Scholarship Program: This program provides scholarships to talented and deserving students who want to pursue STEM degrees at identified priority universities. Scholars receive financial assistance for tuition and other school fees, monthly stipends, book allowances, and transportation allowances.

Junior Level Science Scholarships (JLSS): JLSS is for high-performing students who are in their third year of college and enrolled in priority science and technology courses. The scholarship aims to encourage students to pursue research careers in applied sciences and engineering.

Graduate Scholarships

Capacity Building Program in Science and Mathematics Education (CBPSME): The Department of Science and Technology-Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI), in cooperation with the National Consortium in Graduate Science and Mathematics Education (NCGSME), offers scholarships to qualified male and female applicants for the pursuance of Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Science and Mathematics Education under the Capacity Building Program in Science and Mathematics Education (CBPSME).

Accelerated Science and Technology Human Resource Development Program (ASTHRDP): ASTHRDP provides scholarships for master's and doctoral degrees in various priority fields of study. The program supports research and development activities and aims to produce a pool of highly trained scientists and researchers.

Engineering Research and Development for Technology (ERDT) Master's and Doctoral Scholarships: ERDT offers scholarships for master's and doctoral degrees in engineering, particularly in the fields of Electronics, Electrical, Computer, and Communication Engineering.DOST-SEI offers Foreign Graduate Scholarships in Specialized Priority Fields in Science and Technology

DOST-SEI offers Foreign Graduate Scholarships in Specialized Priority Fields in Science and Technology: Do you have plans to get your graduate degree abroad? The DOST-SEI offers Foreign Graduate Scholarships in Specialized Priority Fields in Science and Technology to talented and deserving students who want to obtain their Master’s or Doctorate degrees in reputable institutions abroad.

Special Programs

Science Education Institute (SEI) - Junior Level Science Scholarships (JLSS) in Philippine Science High School (PSHS) System: This scholarship supports students who have shown exceptional talents and skills in the sciences. It allows students to study in the Philippine Science High School, which offers an advanced curriculum focusing on STEM fields.

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Please note that scholarship programs and requirements may change over time. For the most current and detailed information about DOST scholarships, including application procedures, eligibility criteria, and deadline schedules, it's advisable to visit the official website of the Department of Science and Technology or directly contact the Science Education Institute (SEI), which administers most of these scholarship programs.