The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has recently updated its list of priority courses eligible for the CHED Scholarship 2024-2025 program via a CHED Memorandum Order. To qualify for the CHED Scholarship, students must enroll in one of these priority courses. Here’s a detailed guide to help you understand the CHED Priority Courses and how to apply for the scholarship.
What Are CHED Priority Courses?
CHED Priority Courses are programs recognized by the Commission on Higher Education as eligible for its scholarship programs. Students from public or private universities, colleges, and higher education institutions who enroll in these priority courses are eligible for the CHED Scholarship.
These priority programs are divided into two categories:
National Priority Programs: Courses eligible nationwide, irrespective of the region.
Regional Priority Courses: Courses recognized by each specific region.
National Priority Courses
Science and Mathematics
- Applied Physics / Physics
- Applied Mathematics / Mathematics
- Applied Statistics / Statistics
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Geology
- Human Biology
- Marine Biology
- Marine Science
- Meteorology
- Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
- Volcano and Seismology Related Fields
Information Technology Education
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Entertainment and Multimedia Computing
- Game Development and Animation
- Information Technology
- Library and Information Science
Engineering and Technology
- Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
- Ceramic Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering / Electronics and Communications Engineering
- Food Engineering
- Geodetic Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Manufacturing / Production Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Robotics Engineering
- Sanitary Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Aircraft Maintenance Technology
- Aviation Related Programs
- Engineering Technology
- Industrial Technology
- Mechatronics Engineering Technology
Architecture and Related Programs
- Architecture
- Fine Arts
- Interior Design
- Landscape Architecture
- Environmental Planning
Business and Management
- Accountancy
- Business Analytics (straight or major)
- Hospitality Management / Hotel and Restaurant Management
- Tourism Management / Tourism
Health Profession Education
- Doctor of Dental Medicine
- Doctor of Optometry
- Medical Technology / Medical Laboratory Science
- Midwifery
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapy
- Public Health
- Occupational Therapy
- Nursing
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Respiratory Therapy
- Radiologic Technology
- Speech and Language Pathology
Maritime Education
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
Social Sciences
- Community Development
- Human Services (Guidance and Counseling)
- Indigenous Peoples Studies / Education
- Peace Studies / Education
- Psychology
- Social Work
Teacher Education
- Secondary Education Majors in Science and Mathematics
- Culture and Arts
- Early Childhood Education
- Special Needs Education
- Sports and Exercise Science
Multi and Interdisciplinary Cluster
- Agribusiness
- Agro – Forestry
- Data Science and Analytics
- Disaster Risk Management
- Climate Change
- Renewable / Sustainable Energy
New Update: OWWA Scholarship application will open on July 26, 2024
CHED Regional Priority Courses
Region I
- Bachelor of Physical Education
- Bachelor of Technical-Vocational Teacher Education
- Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education
Region II
- Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Human
- Resource Development
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
Region III
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (all majors)
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
- Bachelor of Secondary Education (all majors)
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Region IV
- Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation
- Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology / Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Electronics / Communications Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Region V
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication
- Bachelor of Arts in Accounting Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Financial Management
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Science in Office Administration
Region VI
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Science in Fisheries
- Bachelor of Science in Food Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Packaging Engineering
Region VII
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication
- Bachelor of Science in Naval Engineering / Architecture
- Bachelor of Science in Office Administration
- Bachelor of Science in Public Administration
- Bachelor of Secondary Education majors in English, Filipino, Social Studies and Values
Region VIII
- Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
- Bachelor of Science in Travel Management
- Bachelor of Secondary Education majors in Filipino and Social Science
- Bachelor of Technical-Vocational Teacher Education
Region IX
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor in Islamic Education
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
- Bachelor in Early Childhood Education
Region X
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
- Bachelor of Science in Development Communications
- Bachelor of Science in Ecology
- Bachelor of Science in Forestry
- Bachelor of / Bachelor of Science in Performing Arts
Region XI
- Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science in Theology
- Bachelor of Physical Education
- Bachelor of Technical Vocational Education
- Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education
- Creative and Performing Arts
Region XII
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
- Bachelor of Science in Fisheries
- AB Islamic Education
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
CAR
Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
CARAGA
- Bachelor of Science in Fisheries
- Bachelor of Science in Agroforestry
- Bachelor of Science in Geology
- Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management
MIMAROPA
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (all majors)
- Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Education
- Bachelor of Secondary Education (all majors)
NCR
- Bachelor in Multimedia Arts
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Supply Chain / Logistics Management
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Secondary Education (all majors)
CHED Merit Scholarship 2024
Students who enroll in the priority courses listed above and meet the CHED Scholarship requirements can apply for the CHED Scholarship 2024. The benefits of the CHED Scholarship program include:
- Tuition and Other School Fees (TOSF): Up to ₱40,000
- Stipend: Up to ₱70,000
- Book / Connectivity Allowance: Up to ₱10,000
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Application Period
CHED Scholarship 2024-2025 program will open for applications starting June 7, 2024. The deadline for applications is July 15, 2024.
This article will be updated once CHED officially opens the scholarship program.
