REQUIREMENTS | BENEFITS | 2023 JUNIOR LEVEL SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIPS | HOW TO APPLY ONLINE

SCIENCE EDUCATION INSTITUTE

The Department of Science and Technology's (DOST) Science Education Institute (SEI) in [Country] is pleased to announce the start of the 2023 Junior Level Science Scholarships. This esteemed program seeks to recognize and assist exceptional children who exhibit a strong interest in science and technology, laying the groundwork for their potential future contributions to the scientific community. In this post, we'll examine the Junior Level Science Scholarships' relevance and shed light on the possibilities they present for future scientists.

Department of Science and Technology

2023 JUNIOR LEVEL SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIPS

Read thoroughly about the DOST-SEI Junior Level Science Scholarships (JLSS) here:

The Junior Level Science Scholarship (JLSS) Program aims to: 

Provide scholarships that will finance the education of talented and deserving students in their third year of college and who are pursuing degree programs in the areas of science and technology; and ensure a steady, adequate supply of qualified S&T human resources who can steer the country towards national progress.

Who can apply?

1. REGULAR second year college male and female students enrolled in a DOST-SEI priority S&T course at identified universities in the Second Semester of AY 2022-2023.

2. Must have a general weighted average of at least 83% or its equivalent and with no conditional or failing mark from the First Semester of First Year until the First Semester of Second Year in college, including in the midyear terms, if enrolled.

3. Must be natural-born Filipino citizen.

4. Must be of good moral character and in good health.

5. May have taken the DOST-SEI Scholarship Examination before but did not pass or have qualified for the DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarship but did not avail the scholarship award.

When to apply?

Start of Online Application Period

5 June 2023

Last Day of Online Application and Uploading of Requirements:

28 July 2023

Schedule of Qualifying Examination: August 26-27, 2023

SCHOLARSHIP PRIVILEGES

A. Regular Academic Year

Tuition and other school fees (for scholars enrolled in private HEIs)₱40,000.00 / year

Learning Materials and/or Connectivity Allowance ₱10,000.00 / year

Monthly Living Allowance₱7,000.00 / month

Transportation Allowance

(for those studying outside of home province)

1 economy-class roundtrip fare

Group Health and Accident Insurance Premium

Thesis Allowance:

₱10,000.00

Graduation Allowance:

₱1,000.00

B. Summer Allowance (if required in the curriculum)

Tuition and other school fees:

₱10,000.00

Learning Materials and/or Connectivity Allowance:

₱2,000.00 (outright grant)

Monthly Living Allowance:

₱7,000.00 / month for two months

Documents to prepare prior to filing your JLSS E-Application

DOCUMENT FORM SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

1 Certificate of Good Moral Character C 1. Print each form in a size A4 bond paper.

2. Have these forms accomplished by the proper authorities/ officials/ persons as indicated in each form.

3. Make sure that each form is signed.

4. Scan or take picture of each accomplished form and save file.

5. Name each file: (Surname-Form __) when saving it.

6. Submit each form using the Upload Module in the E-Application System. 

Use the appropriate upload field for each file.

2 Certificate of Good Health D

3 Certificate of Program of Study and Year Level E

4 Certificate of Residency F

5 Commitment to Return Service Merit/ RA 7687 G1

RA 10612 G2

6 Applicant’s Certification Re- Not a DOST Scholar prior to this application H

7 Applicant/Parent Declaration I

8 Official Transcript of Records (TOR) or True Copy of Grades (TCG) or Grade Report downloaded from the portal for First Semester of First Year until the First Semester of Second Year in college, including in the midyear terms, if enrolled. Must be duly signed by the University Registrar/Dean of College

9 Recent picture, passport size (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm or 1.8 inches x 1.4 inches)

1. Must show face of the Applicant, 80% of the picture

2. Must be colored, with white background

3. With the name tag position at approximately 1 inch or 2.54 cm below the chin): Full name, handwritten- First Name, Middle Initial, Last Name, and Extension Name, if any (e.g. JUAN C. DELA CRUZ, JR.), and signature over printed name

4. Taken within the last three (3) months prior to filing of application

10 Birth Certificate Readable copy. May be issued by the PSA, NSO or the Municipal Registry Office

11 Parent/s or Legal Guardian’s 2022 Income Tax Return / BIR Form 1701 / Employment Contract for OFW / BIR Certificate of Exemption from Filing of ITR / Certificate of Indigency / Certificate of Employment with Compensation / Proof of Pension

Clear, signed copy.

Annual Gross Income must be clearly indicated in the document.

The particular document depends on the parent's class of worker.

12 Notarized Affidavit of Guardianship Must be submitted if the applicant is not living together with either of the parents

What information should you know before filing your E-Application?

• Father's Annual Gross Income
• Mother's Annual Gross Income
• If Legal Guardian is supporting Applicant, Legal Guardian's Annual Gross Income
• If family receives contribution from outside source: the giver, the amount of the contribution and the purpose of the contribution
• If family owns agricultural land: how many hectares
• If family owns vehicle: type, year and model
• Type: Ex. tricycle, passenger jeep, owner jeep, car, van
• Year and Model: Ex. 2022 Toyota Revo

Scholarship examination

The qualifying examination is scheduled on August 26-27, 2023. The pertinent information about the examination will be indicated in the test permit which will be sent to the applicant’s registered email address on August 21, 2023 . However, the cancellation of the conduct of the qualifying examination is possible depending on the recommendations of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases. In this event, proper communication will be sent to the applicant’s registered email address.

Announcement of Scholarship qualifiers:

If your performance in the scholarship examination meet the cut-off score, you shall be considered a potential qualifier. You will receive a notice through your registered e-mail address advising you to submit a certification stating that you are enrolled as a REGULAR THIRD YEAR student in your course and school in the First Semester of AY 2023-2024. Submit this document on or before the deadline set in the notice.

How to Apply?

All interested applicants must visit the official website of DOST-SEI via this link https://jlss.science-scholarships.ph/

home for more details such as the step-by-step procedure, necessary documentary requirements, and priority study programs and placement.

Check the SEI website: https://sei.dost.gov.ph

and some national newspapers/tabloids for the announcement of the scholarship qualifiers sometime in October 2023. If you qualify for the scholarship, you will be receive a Notice of Award through your registered email address.

For Inquires

Should you have questions or concerns, please contact the S&T Scholarship Division at Telephone Numbers : (02)8830 8876; (02) 8330 8826

Mobile Numbers : 09278868816; 09215260814

e-mail: jlsseapp@gmail.com

Contact Information of DOST Regional Offices and Provincial S&T Centers

Source: sei.dost.gov.ph