How to Apply CHED Scholarship for Medical Students (CGMS-SUCs)

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Cash Grant for Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs) is a scholarship program by CHED that provides financial assistance to medical students enrolled in state universities and colleges (SUCs). This program aims to help medical students cover the cost of their tuition, fees, books, supplies, and other related educational expenses. The grant also helps alleviate financial difficulties encountered by many medical students who are studying in SUCs.

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Under this program, eligible applicants may receive up to 100% subsidy on their tuition and other school fees. Moreover, students may also receive cash assistance allowance. Please follow the guide below to learn more about the CHED CGMS-SUCs program.

Overview

In consonance with the pertinent provisions and mandate of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) under Republic Act (RA) No. 7722 otherwise known as the “Higher Education Act of 1994,” and pursuant to Special Provision No. 8 Applicable to SUCs of RA No. 10964 also known as the General Appropriations Act of FY 2018 with the Department of Budget and Management jointly issued implementing guidelines to ensure that the amount appropriated shall be used exclusively for the grant of tuition fee subsidy to all medical students enrolled in the eight (8) identified SUCs offering Doctor of Medicine Program. This Program shall be known as the Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs).

The agencies concerned shall adopt a strict policy on transparency and accountability in the disbursement of the funds and shall be governed by the existing laws. The SUCs shall submit through CHED CO the semestral reports on the utilization of funds, including the list of beneficiaries. SUCs shall create StuFAPs Committees who will oversee the operation and implementation of the CGMS-SUCs. The SUCs shall also provide help towards sustainability of primary care services, public health programs, and overall community development in the partner communities.

Its counterpart, CHED and the Department of Health (DOH), shall ensure that the responsibilities and obligations of SUCs are being followed. CHED on its part, shall facilitate the timely release of fund transfer to SUCs. Meanwhile, the DOH shall assist in the placement of the grantees who want to perform their return service work as a Doctor to the Barrios or as a physician in any institution that is under the DOH.

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What is CHED Cash Grant for Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs)?

The Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs) is intended for all Filipino medical students, both new and continuing, who are enrolled in the Doctor of Medicine Program. The SUCs, CHED, DOH, and DBM shall coordinate with each other in the smooth flow of transactions starting from the release of funds up to return service of the Doctor.

The Return Service must be duly approved by the SUCs’ governing board such that beneficiaries shall adhere to the internal policy on Return Service. Likewise, the concerned agencies shall adopt a strict policy on transparency and accountability in the disbursement of funds.

Benefits

The student-grantee shall be entitled to receive one hundred percent (100%) tuition fee subsidy based on the actual tuition fee of their respective SUCs.

Additional forms of financial assistance are available for eligible students, including a

• Book Allowance of Php 14,000.00,
• Uniform Allowance of Php 6,000.00,
• Experiential Learning Activities funding of Php 10,000.00, and
• Living Allowance of Php 7,000.00 per academic year.

These allowances are provided to support the educational expenses and experiences of qualified students who meet the eligibility requirements. The beneficiary, however, must avail of only one government funded financial assistance program for tuition fee.

Note: Be advised that info posted here may change without prior notice. Please confirm the details with the university or CHED for the most updated information.

Qualifications

 

The qualifications for the Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs) include the following:

• Must be a Filipino citizen.
• Graduating high school student/ High school graduate
• Must at least have a passing grade.

Requirements and Responsibilities

 

The Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs) has specific eligibility requirements and responsibilities that interested student applicants must meet. These include:

• Submitting of the admission requirements of the SUCs like Copy of Grades of Senior High School, ITR, Tax Exemption, and pertinent documents if applicant belongs to groups like solo parent, senior citizen, persons with disabilities, and indigenous and ethnic peoples.
• Enrolling in authorized Doctor of Medicine program of SUCs.
• Maintaining a general weighted average (GWA) of at least a passing grade.
• Carrying a regular academic load unless otherwise provided by the governing board of the SUC to have a different load.
• Availing of only one government funded financial assistance program.
• Rendering Return Service Program (RSP) after completing the academic program.

 

How to apply for the Cash Grant for Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges?

The Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs) follows specific guidelines in its implementation. Application starts before the start of the academic year.

STEP 1: Applicant submits the accomplished CGMS-SUCs Application Form (Annex “A”) directly to the SUC concerned together with the required documents before the start of academic year applied. Application forms are available at: https://ched.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/CGMS-SUCs-Application-Form.pdf

STEP 2: CHED issues slots per SUC.

STEP 3: SUC evaluates the documents of applicants.

STEP 4: SUC issues Notice of Award (NOA) using Annex “B”.

STEP 5: Applicant accepts NOA.

For inquiries, applicants can send their email to: osds-lsad@ched.gov.ph

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the common questions and answers about Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs).

1. What is CHED’s Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs)??

The CHED’s Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs) is a financial assistance program provided by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) to medical students who are enrolled in state universities and colleges in the Philippines.

2. Who are eligible to apply for CGMS-SUCs?

The following are eligible to apply for CGMS-SUCs:

• Filipino citizens
• Enrolled in medical courses in state universities and colleges in the Philippines
• Students who are pursuing a medical degree

3. How much is the cash grant provided by CGMS-SUCs?

The student-grantee shall be entitled to receive one hundred percent (100%) tuition fee subsidy based on the actual tuition fee of their respective SUCs. Financial assistance includes Book Allowance amounting to Php 14,000.00 Uniform Allowance amounting to Php 6,000.00, Experiential Learning Activities amounting to Php 10,000.00 and Living Allowance amounting to Php 7,000.00. The said financial assistance is given per academic year.

4. How can I apply for CGMS-SUCs?

Interested applicants can apply for CGMS-SUCs by submitting the following documents to the CHED Regional Office:

• Duly accomplished application form
• Certificate of matriculation or proof of enrollment
• Income tax returns of parents or guardians or certificate of indigency issued by their barangay
• Certificate of good moral character
• Latest transcript of records

5. Is the CGMS-SUCs cash grant renewable?

Yes, the CGMS-SUCs cash grant is renewable provided that the awardee meets the academic requirements and maintains good standing in their respective state universities and colleges.

6. When will I know if I am awarded with CGMS-SUCs?

The list of awardees of CGMS-SUCs is usually announced before the start of the academic year. Awardees will also be notified through their respective state universities and colleges.

Summary

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) provides a financial assistance program called Cash Grant to Medical Students Enrolled in State Universities and Colleges (CGMS-SUCs) to Filipino citizens who are enrolled in medical courses in selected state universities and colleges in the Philippines that offer Medicine course.

The program provides a cash grant for book allowance, uniform allowance, experiential learning, and living allowance aside from a 100% tuition fee based on the actual tuition fee of the SUC. Interested applicants can apply by submitting the required documents to the CHED Regional Office before the deadline.

Awardees are announced before the start of the academic year and the cash grant is renewable if they meet the academic requirements and maintain good standing in their respective state universities and colleges.