The University of the Philippines Cebu is officially opening its scholarship applications for Academic Year 2025–2026. These scholarships are designed to recognize outstanding academic achievers, nurture young leaders, and provide opportunities for international students to thrive in UP Cebu’s dynamic academic environment.
Through the UP Presidential Scholarship, the UP Leadership Grant, and the UP Foreign Student Scholarship Program, the university remains committed to making higher education accessible, inclusive, and supportive of student success. UP Cebu calls on all eligible students to prepare their applications and submit them within the prescribed deadlines.
UP Presidential Scholarship
Qualifications
- Open to undergraduate students (except First Years) enrolled in any Bachelor’s degree program with a cumulative GWA of at least 1.75.
- Open to Filipino graduate students (Master’s program) with a cumulative GWA of at least 1.75.
Requirements
- Accomplished Application Form – Download Here
- One (1) recent 2×2 ID photo
- Income documents (ITR/Form 2316, business income statement, BIR certificate, or affidavit of unemployment, as applicable)
- Current Form 5
- True Copy of Grades (all previous semesters with GWA computation)
- Certificate of Good Moral Character
- At least three (3) Letters of Recommendation from former professors
- Data Privacy Form – Download Here
Benefits
- Undergraduate: ₱2,000 monthly stipend + ₱2,000 book allowance per semester
- Graduate: Free tuition (except student fund), ₱2,500 monthly stipend, ₱3,000 book allowance per semester, and ₱5,000 thesis allowance
UP Presidential Leadership Grant
Qualifications
- Open to undergraduate students (except First Years) in any Bachelor’s degree program with a cumulative GWA of at least 2.75.
- Graduate Filipino students in any Master’s program with a cumulative GWA of at least 1.75.
- Must show potential for leadership through active involvement in student councils, organizations, debates, clubs, etc.
- Must not be under disciplinary action involving more than 5 days suspension.
Requirements
- Accomplished Application Form – Download Here or Here (with attached certificates)
- One (1) recent 2×2 ID photo
- Income documents (as specified above)
- Current Form 5
- True Copy of Grades (all previous semesters with GWA computation)
- Certificate of Good Moral Character
- At least three (3) Letters of Recommendation from former professors
- Data Privacy Form – Download Here
Benefits
- Undergraduate: ₱2,000 monthly stipend + ₱2,000 book allowance per semester
- Graduate: Free tuition (except student fund), ₱2,500 monthly stipend, ₱3,000 book allowance per semester, and ₱5,000 thesis allowance
UP Scholarship for Foreign Students (Graduate Program)
Qualifications
- Open to graduate foreign students from countries with diplomatic ties to the Philippines, with preference for applicants from Africa and developing countries in Asia and the Pacific.
- Must have a GWA of 1.75 or better.
- Must be nominated by their home government.
- For non-native English speakers: minimum TOEFL score of 500.
- Must submit a health certificate issued by a government physician.
- Must provide a financial support certificate from family or sponsor in case of scholarship termination.
Requirements
- Accomplished Application Form – Download Here
- One (1) recent 2×2 ID photo
- Income documents (if applicable)
- Current Form 5
- Transcript of Records/True Copy of Grades with GWA computation
- Certificate of Good Moral Character
- At least three (3) Letters of Recommendation from former professors
- Data Privacy Form – Download Here
Benefits
- Free tuition (except student fund)
- ₱2,500 monthly stipend
- ₱3,000 book allowance per semester
- ₱5,000 thesis allowance
Application Details
Interested applicants must submit their duly accomplished application forms together with the complete requirements to the Office of Student Affairs, UP Cebu. Kindly look for Ms. Malou Mante for assistance.
Deadline of application submissions will be until October 15, 2025
Don’t miss this opportunity to pursue your studies at UP Cebu with the support of these prestigious scholarship grants. Apply now and take the next step towards academic excellence and leadership!
