How to Apply DOST Junior Level Science Scholarship?

The DOST-SEI Merit Scholarship Program, previously known as the NSDB or NSTA Scholarship under RA No. 2067, grants scholarships to students with exceptional abilities in science and mathematics, and who have a keen interest in pursuing careers in science and technology.

Republic Act No. 7687, also referred to as the “Science and Technology Scholarship Act of 1994,” offers scholarships to highly capable and deserving students from economically challenged backgrounds, provided their family’s socio-economic status falls within specific cut-off values.

Successful applicants are required to focus on priority fields of study such as basic sciences, engineering, other applied sciences, and science and mathematics teaching.

What is Junior Level Science Scholarship?

The Junior Level Science Scholarship (JLSS) Program’s principal purpose is to provide financial support to brilliant and deserving students in their third year of college, particularly those pursuing scientific and technology degrees. In this way, the program strives to ensure a stable and sufficient pool of talented scientific and technology experts who will contribute to the advancement and development of the country. The scholarship program aims to alleviate the financial constraints of talented and deserving students pursuing higher education, ensuring they have the necessary resources to excel academically and achieve their goals.

Republic Act No. 10612 aims to enhance the country’s science and technology education by expediting the graduation of students in the sciences, mathematics, and engineering, who will then go on to teach science and mathematics in secondary schools nationwide.

The Regular Academic Year offers a comprehensive scholarship package for private Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) students. The scholarship covers ₱40,000.00 per year for tuition and other school fees. Additionally, students receive ₱10,000.00 annually for learning materials and/or connectivity allowance, facilitating their access to necessary resources.

To support scholars in their daily living expenses, a monthly allowance of ₱7,000.00 is provided. A transportation allowance is granted for students studying outside their home province, including an economy-class roundtrip fare. To ensure their well-being, scholars are also covered by Group Health and Accident Insurance. Moreover, the program allocates ₱10,000.00 as a thesis allowance, aiding students in their research work. Upon successful completion of their studies, a graduation allowance of ₱1,000.00 is given to acknowledge their accomplishment.

During the Summer term, if required in the curriculum, further support is provided with a tuition and other school fees allowance amounting to ₱10,000.00. Students also receive an outright grant of ₱2,000.00 for learning materials and/or connectivity allowance, enabling them to prepare for their summer courses effectively. The monthly living allowance during this period remains ₱7,000.00 for two months, helping students focus on their studies without financial burdens.

Qualifications

The criteria of eligibility for the MERIT, RA 10612 and RA 7687 are as follows:

• Natural-born Filipino citizen.
• Must be of good moral character and in good health.

• Must be a regular second-year college male and female student enrolled in a DOST-SEI priority S&T course at identified universities in the Second Semester of AY 2022-2023.
• 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.
• Have not applied for a DOST-SEI scholarship before; or have applied for a DOST-SEI scholarship before but did not qualify for the scholarship; or have qualified for a DOST-SEI scholarship but did not avail of the award.
• Poor, talented, and deserving student who belongs to a family whose socioeconomic status does not exceed the set values of certain indicators. (RA7687 only)
• Resident of the municipality as attested by the barangay for at least four (4) years. (RA7687 only)

Requirements

The Junior Level Science Scholarship has specific eligibility requirements and special instructions that qualified students must meet. These include:

• Certificate of Good Moral Character
• Certificate of Good Health
• Certificate of Program of Study and Year Level
• Certificate of Residency
• Commitment to Return Service (Merit/RA 7687 and RA 10612)
• Applicant’s Certification Re- Not a DOST Scholar prior to this application
• Applicant/Parent Declaration
• 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 term, if enrolled. Must be duly signed by the University Registrar/Dean of College
• Recent picture, passport size (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm or 1.8 inches x 1.4 inches)
  • Must show the face of the Applicant, 80% of the picture
  • Must be colored, with white background
  • 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
  • Taken within the last three (3) months prior to the filing of the application
• Readable copy of Birth Certificate. May be issued by the PSA, NSO or the Municipal Registry Office
• Parent/s or Legal Guardian’s 2021 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

1. • Clear, signed copy.
   • Annual Gross Income must be clearly indicated in the document.
   • The document depends on the parent’s class of worker.

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

How to apply for the Junior Level Science Scholarship?

The Junior Level Science Scholarship follows specific guidelines in its implementation.

 

STEP 1: Download Forms C-J here – https://jlss.science-scholarships.ph/#/home

STEP 2: Print each form in an A4 size bond paper.

 

STEP 3: Have these forms accomplished by the proper authorities/ officials/ persons as indicated in each form.

STEP 4: Make sure that each form is signed.

STEP 5: Scan or take a picture of each accomplished form and save the file.

STEP 6: Name each file: (Surname-Form __) when saving it.

STEP 7: Submit each form using the Upload Module in the E-Application System. Use the appropriate upload field for each file.

STEP 8: Ensure that the files uploaded are correct and complete.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the common questions and answers about the Junior Level Science Scholarship.

1. What is the purpose of the Junior Level Science Scholarship (JLSS) Program?

The JLSS Program aims to provide financial support to talented and deserving students in their third year of college, specifically those pursuing degrees in science and technology. The goal is to ensure a steady supply of skilled professionals who will contribute to the country’s progress and development.

2. Who is eligible to apply for the JLSS Program?

To be eligible for the JLSS Program, applicants must be natural-born Filipino citizens with good moral character and good health. They should be regular second-year college students enrolled in a DOST-SEI priority S&T course in identified universities. Additionally, applicants should have a general weighted average of at least 83% and meet specific requirements related to family socio-economic status and residency.

3. What are the required documents for the JLSS application?

Applicants need to submit various documents, including certificates of good moral character and good health, proof of program of study and year level, residency certificate, commitment to return service, and more. Additionally, they must provide a readable copy of their birth certificate and their parent’s income tax return or other relevant financial documents.

4. What financial support does the JLSS Program provide to scholars during the regular academic year?

During the regular academic year, the scholarship covers tuition and other school fees amounting to ₱40,000.00 per year for private HEI scholars. Scholars also receive a learning material and/or connectivity allowance of ₱10,000.00 per year, a monthly living allowance of ₱7,000.00, transportation allowance (if applicable), group health and accident insurance, thesis allowance of ₱10,000.00, and graduation allowance of ₱1,000.00.

5. Is there financial support for scholars during the summer term?

Yes, the JLSS Program provides financial support for scholars during the summer term if it is required in their curriculum. Scholars receive a tuition and other school fees allowance of ₱10,000.00, an outright grant of ₱2,000.00 for learning materials and/or connectivity allowance, and a monthly living allowance of ₱7,000.00 for two months.

Summary

The Junior Level Science Scholarship (JLSS) holds great importance as it provides financial support to brilliant and deserving students in their third year of college, specifically those pursuing degrees in science and technology. By offering comprehensive scholarship packages, including tuition and other school fees, learning materials allowance, and monthly living allowance, the JLSS program alleviates the financial burden for these talented students, enabling them to excel academically and focus on their studies without financial restrictions. By supporting students at this critical stage of their education, the program aims to ensure a steady pool of skilled and competent scientific and technology experts who will contribute to the advancement and development of the country.

The Junior Level Science Scholarship (JLSS) Program is designed to foster a highly skilled and knowledgeable workforce in the fields of science and technology. The program plays a significant role in promoting science and technology education in the country by expediting the graduation of students in priority fields, including science, mathematics, and engineering, who can then go on to teach these subjects in secondary schools nationwide.