UNIFAST | TERTIARY EDUCATION SUBSIDY | COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP 2023-2024 | Requirements

The Unified Financial Assistance System (UniFAST) is a federally supported program that brings together all government-financed student financial assistance programs into one place. The UniFAST Board created scholarships, grants-in-aid, student loans, and other specialized kinds of StuFAPs.

What is the Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES)?

The Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) is a program of RA 10931 (Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act), the former President Rodrigo Roa Duterte signed and executed on August 3, 2017 as part of his Priority Legislative Agenda. The program includes free higher education, free technical and vocational education, and a student loan program.

Benefits of Tes Scholarship:

LUCs LGU-run TVIs, SUCs, and TESDA TTIs:

Up to Php 40,000 per academic year for education related expenses, including rental or purchase of computer, books and supplies, transportation, lodging and board expenses.

Private TVIs and HEIs:

The following benefits are entitled to students enrolled in private HEIs and TVIs (Sections 23 and 24. IRR of RA 10931):

Up to Php 20,000 per academic year for tuition and other school fees

Up to Php 40,000 per academic year for education related expenses, including rental or purchase of computer, books and supplies, transportation, lodging and board expenses.

What are the requirements?

Assessment of Fees

Certification of Registration or Enrollment

Certificate of Residency (if applicable)

Photocopy of PWD ID (if applicable)

What are the Qualifications?

Citizen of the Philippines

Qualified for admission and retention at your Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and have not exceeded their Maximum Residency Policy or Maximum Residency Rule (MRR)

Have not been expelled from any Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)

Enrolled in any SUCs, CHED-recognized LUCs, or private school programs on the CHED Registry

Qualified under any future policies implemented by the UniFAST Board.

Who is Eligible for TES?

Current TES grantees and ESGPPA beneficiaries

Listahan 2.0 students from the DSWD-National Household Targeting Office, ranked by estimated per capital household income

Students not enrolled in Listahan 2.0 and ranked according to projected per capital household income based on UniFAST Board-required proof of income documents

Such prioritization can not apply to Filipino students living in cities or municipalities that do not have an SUC or LUC campus.

See here the list of Higher Education Institution with UAQTEA Beneficiaries, read here: https://www.unifast.gov.ph/hei-list.php

How to apply for Tes Scholarship?

After enrolling, talk with your school’s TES Focal Person regarding the TES Portal application process.

The TES Focal Person will enter the TES applicants information into the TES Portal.

UniFAST will conduct a Nationwide Assessment (name-matching, verification, validation, and ranking) using school data.

Your HEI’s TES Portal can view the resulting list of qualified grantees.

If your name is on the list of qualified grantees, the school will notify you; you will then be able to submit your Documentary Requirements.

Your Certified Documentary Requirements will be sent to the CHED Regional Offices for verification and confirmation.

The UniFAST Board will approve the Masterlist of qualified grantees after verification, which will be distributed to the schools.

The funds will be given to the TES beneficiaries by the school.

Are there any additional benefits for TES beneficiaries in a program that requires a professional license or certification?

Yes. Students enrolled in programs that require a professional license or certification will be awarded up to Php 10,000 to cover the one-time cost of receiving the first professional credentials or qualifications, which includes notarial fees, review classes fees, insurance premium fees, and documentation fees. (RA 10931) Section 23-e IRR

TES Scholarship 2022 Application Form: Apply HERE: https://www.unifast.gov.ph/tes.php

FAQ’s

Is TES scholarship still available 2022?

The application for the UniFAST-Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) for the Academic Year 2022-2023 is now officially open. In reference to Republic Act (RA) 10931, also known as the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act, the Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES)

How much is a TES scholarship per student?

TES scholarship (TES Package) – ₱ 20,000.00 per semester/ ₱40,000.00 per academic year.

What is TES Scholarship Philippines?

The TES is a grant-in-aid program under by Republic Act 10931 to support qualified disadvantaged students and those living and studying in cities and municipalities without public universities with their studies.

How do i know if i am TES Grantee?

Your HEI’s TES Portal can view the resulting list of qualifying grantees. If your name is on the list of qualified grantees, the school will notify you, you will then be able to submit your Documentary Requirements.

How do i apply For UniFAST TES Scholarship 2023?

1. Assessment of Fees

2. Certification of Registration or Enrollment

3. Certificate of Residency (if applicable)

4. Photocopy of PWD ID (if applicable)

Is TES same as UniFAST?

UniFAST is a CHED-affiliated agency that is the major implementer of the Republic Act 10931 and the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education law’s Free Higher Education (FHE) and Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) programs.

Is TES scholarship still available?

The application for the UniFAST-Tertitary Education Subsidy (TES) for the Academic Year 2022 – 2023 is Now Open.

TES scholarship requirements 2023?

The following are the documentary requirements for both old and new grantees who wish to join in the national TES assessment:

• Certification of Registration or Enrollment.

• Assessment of Fees.

• Certificate of Residency (if applicable)

• Photocopy of PWD ID (if applicable)

Source: UniFAST