1. What is STEM Scholarship for Excellence?

It is a scholarship program that provides financial assistance to high potential but financially challenged college
students taking up STEM courses.

2. What are the preferred courses for STEM Scholarship of Excellence?

For AY 22-23, here is the list of preferred courses:
• BS Accountancy
• BS Applied Mathematics
• BS Chemical Engineering
• BS Chemistry
• BS Civil Engineering
• BS Electrical Engineering
• BS Industrial Engineering
• BS Information Technology
• BS Management Engineering
• BS Mechanical Engineering
• BS Nutrition
• BS Packaging Engineering
• BS Pharmacy
• BS Statistics
• Veterinary Medicine

3. How can I know if my school is part of the preferred universities for STEM Scholarship of Excellence?
Here’s the list of preferred universities:
• Adamson University
• Batangas State University
• Bulacan State University
• Cebu Institute of Technology
• Central Luzon State University
• De La Salle Araneta University
 • Far Eastern University (Alabang)
• Far Eastern University (Main)
• FEU-Institute of Technology
• Holy Angel University
• Lyceum of the Philippines (Batangas)
• Lyceum of the Philippines (Cavite)
• Lyceum of the Philippines (Laguna)
• Mapua University
• Mariano Marcos State University
• Mindanao State University (Iligan)
• Negros Oriental State University
• Our Lady of Fatima University
• Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila
• PATTS College of Aeronautics
• Polytechnic University of the Philippines (Main)
• Polytechnic University of the Philippines (Taguig)
• Saint Louis University
• Sacred Heart College (Quezon)
• Samar State University
• Silliman University
• South Luzon State University
• St. Scholastica's College (Tacloban)
• Technological Institute of the Philippines
• Technological University of the Philippines
• University of Batangas
• University of Mindanao
• University of Perpetual Help (Calamba)
• University of San Carlos
• University of San Jose Recoletos
• University of Santo Tomas
• University of Santo Tomas (Legazpi)
• University of Southern Philippines
• University of the Philippines (Diliman)
• University of the Philippines (Los Banos)
• University of the Philippines (Visayas)

4. Who is eligible to apply for STEM Scholarship for Excellence?

All college students from all year levels who are taking up STEM courses and in need of financial assistance are
eligible to apply. All applicants must also belong to the Top 10% of their high school batch (for incoming 1 st
year), and the Top 30% for 2nd year and above of their course batch (Top 50% for BS Pharmacy)

5. When is the last day of application for the STEM Scholarship for Excellence?
 The last day for application is on July 29, 2022 (Friday).

6. Can those with failed grades in college / high school still apply?
No, all applicants must have no failed, dropped, or incomplete subject/s for the entirety of their college/high
school years.

7. Is there a minimum GWA required to apply?

One of the eligibility requirements is to have at least a GWA of 2.5 or 80%.

8. Do applicants need proof of enrollment to apply?

Not necessarily. For incoming freshmen with no enrollment confirmation yet, the applicant can present the
School’s Letter of Acceptance instead. For 2nd year college and above with no Certificate of Registration yet for
1st Semester AY 2022-2023, you may first submit a Letter of Intent to Enroll.

9. What are the requirements needed to apply for STEM Scholarship for Excellence?
o Certified True Copy of Grades or Transcript of records
o Batch Ranking Certificate
o Good Moral Certificate
o Proof of annual household income (e.g., pay slip, ITR, certificate of indigence)
o Proof of enrollment/Letter of Intent to Enroll
o Applicant Portfolio

10. As an applicant, do I need to submit a portfolio?

Yes, a portfolio is required as part of the GBF-GG STEM SFE application process. The portfolio must exhibit the
applicant's extra-curricular activities and community involvement. These can come in the form of photos,
certificates, and other proof of the applicant's engagement in such activities.

Each item in the portfolio should include the following information:

Name of Organization/Affiliation:
Name of Activity/Project:
Goal of Activity/Project:
Applicant's role and contribution to the conduct of the Activity/Project:
Outcome of Activity/Project:

The portfolio must be submitted in PDF format and must be uploaded together with the other documentary
requirements.

11. For incoming freshmen, can I submit my report cards from Grade 12 instead of the true copy of grades?
Yes, you may submit your report cards signed by your registrar should your transcript of records be unavailable.
12. For Senior High School graduates, do I submit batch ranking from the whole high school batch or just my
ranking from among the SHS strand?
Senior High School graduates shall submit their batch ranking among their strand batch.

13. Can I submit batch ranking from my college course batch (ex: Mechanical Engineering course batch as against
all Engineering courses)?
Yes, the requirement of the scholarship is course batch ranking.

14. Can I still apply even if my course is not part of the priority course list?
Yes, you may still apply, however, applicants whose courses are not on the list may not be prioritized.

15. Can I still apply even if my university is not part of the preferred list of universities?
Yes, you may still apply even if your school is not a part of the preferred list of universities. Application may be
considered but not prioritized.

16. Can I apply if I already have an existing scholarship from another institution or company (ex: DOST)?
Applicants who are already DOST scholars are not eligible to apply. For applicants with other scholarships, the
application is subject to evaluation. During deliberations, qualified candidates who do not have any other
scholarships are usually prioritized.

17. Where can I get the application and essay forms for STEM Scholarship for Excellence?
All applications must be done online. The application form is accessible through this link:
bit.ly/GBFSTEMSFE2022

18. What are the benefits and coverage of STEM Scholarship for Excellence?
o Fixed annual financial grant to subsidize tuition and other fees (Subject to terms and conditions of
scholarship agreement)
o Access to scholar development programs
o Internship opportunity in the Gokongwei Group
o Employment opportunity in the Gokongwei Group (Subject to company vacancy and passing of all pre-
employment requirements)

19. Can the scholar use the grant amount for expenses other than the school tuition?
Yes, the scholars may use the grant amount for any education-related expense. This may include books, school
projects, food, transportation, and dormitory expenses.

20. As a scholar, do I have to submit a liquidation report of the grant I received?

No, the scholar just needs to submit required retention requirements, such as a report card, a good moral
certificate, and proof of enrollment to be retained in the program.

21. Is On-the-Job Training included in STEM Scholarship for Excellence?

Yes, an internship opportunity at a Gokongwei group company is included in the offer.
22. What are the requirements to maintain the scholarship?
o Batch ranking certificate showing that he/she belongs to the Top 30% of the course batch (Top 50% for
BS Pharmacy) and a GWA of 2.5 to maintain the scholarship.
o Certificate of Good Moral Standing shall also be required from the scholar
o Proof of enrolment for the following semester/term or a letter of intent to enroll

23. If I did not meet the retention requirements or if I committed misconduct in school, will my scholarship be
terminated? Do I need to pay for the grants I already received?
The scholarship will be terminated once a scholar does not meet the retention requirements or if misconduct is
committed. However, reimbursement of the grant is not required.

24. Can GBF support further studies after College graduation?

Currently, the scholarship supports a bachelor’s degree only.

25. Is this applicable to a second degree in College?

No, this only applies to a student’s first bachelor’s degree.

26. If the school cannot issue a Transcript of Records or Form 137, can I submit my report card or Form 138
instead?
Yes, but the applicant must also send a letter stating why the transcript of records or form 137 is not available
and a commitment to submit it as soon as it becomes available.

27. Is there an examination after submitting the requirements?

A live online essay examination and interviews will be conducted for successful applicants who will progress to
the next phase of the application process.

28. Is it necessary to reapply after every academic year to renew the scholarship?
Once accepted in the scholarship, there is no need to renew or reapply.

29. Can those who fall out of the program because of academic deficiencies reapply?
No, those who fall out of the program may no longer reapply.

30. Are there any required Return of Service / Bond for scholars who get accepted into STEM Scholarship for
Excellence?
Yes, scholars shall be required to work for the Gokongwei Group Inc. One year for every year the scholar has
been a recipient of the scholarship grant (maximum 2 years except for BS Pharmacy with a maximum of 4 years
requirement).

31. I still have questions not discussed in this FAQ, who can I reach out to?
For further inquiries, you may email the GBF scholarships team at [email protected].