The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) is an attached agency of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and a membership institution. They are developing and implementing welfare programs and services that respond to the needs of its member- OFWs and their families. The OWWA Scholarship is providing aid to the families of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) especially in pursuing their dreams through graduating from school.
if you’re one of the many families out there, who is the son or daughter of an OFW, why not try your luck and apply for this scholarship?
You won’t lose anything, in fact, you’ll gain something and that is access to your future. if you are passionate and confident enough, there’s no point in thinking twice. A lot of people out there who are seeking these kinds of opportunities better grab it as early as you can, the earlier you apply the higher the chances you’ll gain a spot for this scholarship.
The slot is waiting for you. The offers are now presented that you can’t even think of ignoring them. Better not miss the chances, now. Here are the opportunities you can grab:
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OFW Dependent Scholarship Program (ODSP)-OWWA Scholarship
A scholarship grant to qualified dependents of OFWs consisting of a maximum of Php 60,000.00 per school year until the completion of the baccalaureate course (4-5 years). For incoming freshmen, the selection of scholars is determined through the DOST national examinations. Only the top 400 passers are considered for entry as freshmen; 600 slots are for those who are already enrolled in college.
Who are qualified for the (ODSP)-OWWA Scholarship?
A child of an active OWWA member or a sibling of a single active OWWA member who is:
- Incoming Senior High School (Grade 12)
- must have at least 80% General Weighted Average (GWA) without failing grades upon application
- passed the qualifying examination to be conducted by DOST and belongs to the top 400 passers nationwide
- Incoming Freshmen (1st-year college)
- Single
- Grade 11 graduate (Incoming Grade 12 / currently enrolled as Grade 12)
- Not more than 21 years old
- With a General Weighted Average (GWA) of 80% or higher. If required GWA is not yet available at the time of filing of the application, the academic performance of the applicant in the two consecutive preceding school years shall be used as the basis for evaluation
- Belonging to the top 400 qualifiers of the Department of Science and Technology national qualifying exam
- For those who are already enrolled in 2nd year to 5th year of college
- Not more than 30 years old
- With a GWA not lower than a B letter grade or 85% equivalence in all academic and non-academic subjects during the last school year attended in full load
Note: Applicant is not a recipient of any OWWA or other scholarship grant
What are the requirements for the (ODSP)-OWWA Scholarship?
| Checklist of Requirements | Where to Secure |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Application Form | OWWA RWO |
| OFW Membership Record | OWWA RWO |
| 2pcs. I.D. A picture with Name Tag | Applicant |
| At least one (1) valid I.D. of the OFW and/or the Authorized Representative | Government Issued or Company Issued I.D. |
| Proof of Relationship to OFW Member i.e. Birth Certificate from PSA or LCROFW Birth Certificate, if the dependent is a sibling OFW Certificate of No Marriage Record (CENOMAR, if single)Dependent’s Birth Certificate | Philippine Statistics Authority or Local Civil Registrar |
| Dependent’s Form 137 / Certified True Copy of Form 138 / Transcript of Records (TOR)For the incoming first year, 80% GWA without failing grades second to the fifth year, 85% GWA without failing grades | School Registrar |
| For Incoming 1st Year College, Notice from RWOs of qualifying the DOST-OWWA Pre-Qualifying Examination for EDSP | OWWA RWO |
| Other Special Requirements (WAIVED DUE TO PANDEMIC): Certificate of Good MoralMedical Certificate i.e. Physically Fit to attend school if the student has a medical pre-condition/s | School Registrar or Authorized School Officer/FacultyAny competent Medical Practitioner from a public or private medical institution/facility |
How to avail the service of OWWA Scholarship?
- Visit the OWWA Regional Welfare Office which covers the permanent address of the OFW.
- Get queuing number or queue in the line for the EDSP scholarship application
- Present the I.D. of the OFW member together with the requirements to the Membership Verification Desk
- Obtain Notice of Award and Schedule of Scholarship Orientation validation/evaluation.
- Attend Scholarship Orientation and Facilitate Notarization of Scholarship Agreement
OFW Dependent Scholarship Program (ODSP)-OWWA Scholarship
A scholarship program that offers financial assistance amounting to Php 20,000.00 per school year to qualified dependents of OFWs who receive a monthly salary of not more than US $600.00, and who shall enroll, are currently enrolled or have been enrolled in any four-year or five-year baccalaureate course or associate course in any college or university
Who are qualified for the (ODSP)-OWWA Scholarship?
A child of an active OWWA member or a sibling of a single active OWWA member who is:
- Incoming Freshmen (1st-year college)
- Single
- Grade 11 graduate (Incoming Grade 12 / currently enrolled as Grade 12)
- Not more than 21 years old
- With a passing grade
- For those who are already enrolled in 2nd year to 5th year of college
- Single
- Not more than 30 years old
- With a passing grade
Note: Applicant is not a recipient of any OWWA or other scholarship grant
What are the requirements for the (ODSP)-OWWA Scholarship?
| Checklist of Requirements | Where to Secure |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Application Form | OWWA RWO |
| OFW Membership Record | OWWA RWO |
| 2 pcs. I.D. A picture with name tag Government Issued or Company Issued I.D | Applicant |
| At least one (1) valid I.D. of OFW member and/or Authorized Representative | Government Issued or Company Issued I.D |
| Proof of Relationship to OFW Member i.e. Birth Certificate from PSA or LCROFW Birth Certificate, if the dependent is siblingOFW CENOMAR, if singleDependent’s Birth Certificate | Philippine Statistics Authority or Local Civil Registrar |
| Dependent’s Form 137/ Certified true copy of Form 138/ Transcript of Records (TOR) indicating 80% GWA without failing grades | School Registrar |
| Other Special Requirements (WAIVED DUE TO PANDEMIC):Certificate of Good MoralMedical Certificate i.e. Physically Fit to attend school if the student has a medical pre-condition/s | School Registrar or Authorized School Officer/FacultyAny competent Medical Practitioner from a public or private medical institution/facility |
How to avail the service for (ODSP)-OWWA Scholarship?
- Visit the OWWA Regional Welfare Office which covers the permanent address of the OFW.
- Get queuing number or queue in the line for the ODSP scholarship application
- Obtain Notice of Award and Schedule of Scholarship Orientation
- Attend Scholarship Orientation and Facilitate Notarization of Scholarship Agreement
Education and Livelihood Assistance Program for the Dependents of Deceased OFW Members (ELAP)-OWWA Scholarship
A program designed for survivors of deceased OFWs who were active OWWA members at the time of death and families of OFWs who are
incarcerated/convicted and meted out the death penalty in foreign countries. It is intended to provide, aside from financial assistance for the continuing education of a qualified dependent, a livelihood activity of surviving members of the family to augment the family income.
- Livelihood Assistance- Php 15,00.00
- Educational Assistance- intended for deceased OFW with school-age qualified dependent. The eldest or the firstborn shall be the qualified dependent, in cases where the eldest/firstborn is not qualified or able the next-born child shall be elected. The assistance covers education assistance from primary (Kindergarten)- Php 5,000.00, secondary- Php 8,000.00, and tertiary- Php 10,000.00 education.
Who are qualified for (ELAP)-OWWA Scholarship?
A child of an active OWWA member or a sibling of a single active OWWA member who is:
- Incoming Freshmen (1st year college)
- Single
- Grade 11 graduate (Incoming Grade 12 / currently enrolled as Grade 12)
- Not more than 21 years old
- With a General Weighted Average (GWA) of 80% in all academic and non-academic subjects during the last school year attended in full load
- For those who are already enrolled in 2nd year to 5th year in college
- Single
- Not more than 30 years old
- With a General Weighted Average (GWA) of 80% in all academic and non-academic subjects during the last school year attended in full load
Note: Applicant is not a recipient of any OWWA or other scholarship grant
What are the requirements for (ELAP)-OWWA Scholarship?
| Checklist of Requirements | Where to Secure |
|---|---|
| OFW Membership Record (MR) | OWWA RWO |
| Proof of Relationship to OFW Member i.e. Birth Certificate from PSA or LCRMarriage Certificate, if applicant is spouse of OFWBirth Certificate of applicant, if applicant is child of OFW or siblingBirth Certificate of OFW, if applicant is sibling or parents of OFWCertificate of No Marriage (CENOMAR), if OFW is single | Philippine Statistics Authority / Local Civil Registrar |
| 2 pcs. 2 X 2 colored ID photo of applicant if name tag | Applicant |
| Death Certificate of OFW | Philippine Statistics Authority /Local Civil Registrar |
| Entrepreneurial Development Training Certificate (EDT) | OWWA RWO |
| Business Plan | Applicant |
| School Record of Qualified Dependent for Educational AssistanceForm 137/138Transcript of RecordCertificate of Grades (if college level) | School Registrar |
| Other Special Requirements:Certificate of Good MoralMedical Certificate i.e. Physically Fit to attend school if student has a medical pre-condition/s | School Registrar or Authorized School Officer/FacultyAny competent Medical Practitioner from public or private medical institution/facility |
How to avail the service in (ELAP)-OWWA Scholarship?
- Visit the OWWA Regional Welfare Office that covers the permanent address of the OFW.
- Get queuing number or queue in the line
- Present/Submit the accomplished Endorsement Form from Social Benefits Unit/Desks and the OFW Membership Record. Obtain ELAP application forms and checklist of requirements.
- Submit the accomplished forms and requirements to the Reintegration Unit/Desks. Obtain schedule of the Entrepreneurship Development Training (EDT)
- If deceased OFW has qualified dependent for ELAP-Educational Assistance, proceed to Education and Training Unit/Desk and get the requirements checklist
- Submit the complete requirements for ELAP – Educational Assistance Application and wait for the result of the evaluation.
- Attend the training/orientation in the designated schedule and venue provided.
- EDT for LivelihoodAssistance
- Scholarship Orientation
- Obtain the Notice from the Reintegration Unit/Desk and/or Education and Training Unit/Desk for the release of assistance. Note: Bring at least two (2) valid I.D.s of the claimant/dependents
Note: The schedule for the conduct of orientations/training may vary from one RWO to another considering geographical locations and the complexity of cases in terms of qualifications and compliance with the requirements of the applicants.
THE OWWA SCHOLARSHIP IS WAITING FOR YOU!!
For further inquiries
OWWA Central Office
- F.B. Harrison St, Pasay, Metro Manila
- OWWA Hotline 1348
- [email protected]
Source: OWWA
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