CHED CoScho Scholarship 2026 Online Application: Apply Now!
The CHED CoScho Scholarship 2026 is now accepting applications for qualified coconut farmers and their dependents who want to pursue college education in priority degree programs.
The Scholarship Program for Coconut Farmers and their Families (CoScho) provides financial assistance to deserving students who are registered under the National Coconut Farmers Registry System (NCFRS).
For Academic Year 2026-2027, interested applicants may submit their application until August 31, 2026.
The program was created under Republic Act No. 11524, also known as the Coconut Farmers and Industry Trust Fund Act, and is being implemented through the CHED-PCA Joint Memorandum Circular No. 1, s. 2023.
What is the CHED CoScho Scholarship?
The CHED CoScho Scholarship is a financial assistance program for qualified coconut farmers and their families.
The scholarship aims to help coconut farming families access quality education while encouraging the younger generation to pursue agriculture and other fields related to the development and modernization of the coconut industry.
The program is open to undergraduate students who are enrolled or planning to enroll in agriculture, agricultural engineering, agribusiness management, agricultural economics, and other programs identified by the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA).
Who Can Apply for CHED CoScho Scholarship 2026?
To qualify for the CHED CoScho Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Filipino citizen;
- Graduating high school student or high school graduate with at least 80% GWA or equivalent;
- College student with earned academic units relevant to the identified degree programs and with at least 80% GWA in the previous semester or equivalent;
- Pass the admission requirements of the identified State Universities and Colleges (SUCs);
- Not a recipient of any government-funded financial assistance program;
- A registered coconut farmer under the NCFRS or a dependent of a registered coconut farmer;
- Have a combined annual gross income of parents not exceeding ₱300,000.
Only one family member is allowed to apply for the scholarship.
CHED CoScho Scholarship Requirements 2026
Applicants must prepare the following documentary requirements:
Birth Certificate
- Birth Certificate issued by the Local Civil Registry or Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
Academic Requirements
- For senior high school students:
- Certified copy of grades for Grade 11 and first semester of Grade 12
- For senior high school graduates:
- Form 138
- For college students:
- Certified Copy of Grades for the latest semester or term attended
PCA Certification
Applicants must submit a PCA Certification issued by the PCA Regional Office to NCFRS-registered coconut farmers or farmworkers.
The certification may be issued upon endorsement from the PCA Provincial Office, Local Coconut Industry Development Councils (LCIDCs), small coconut farmer organizations, federations, or cooperatives.
Other Requirements
Applicants should also prepare:
- Certificate of Good Moral Character from the last school attended;
- Proof of income;
- Notice of admission from the HEI offering the collegiate degree;
- Proof of membership in special groups, if applicable;
- Original Barangay Certification stating that the parents/guardians and siblings have never attended college or university, if applicable.
What Proof of Income is Accepted?
Applicants may submit any of the following documents as proof of income:
- Latest Income Tax Return (ITR) of the applicant, spouse, parents, or guardians, if employed;
- Certificate of Tax Exemption from the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR);
- Certificate of No Income from BIR;
- Certificate of Indigency from the Barangay;
- Certificate or Case Study from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).
CHED CoScho Scholarship Benefits
Qualified scholars will receive financial assistance to help cover their educational and other school-related expenses.
Regular Allowances
| Benefit | Per Semester | Per academic year |
|---|---|---|
| Stipend | ₱35,000 | ₱70,000 |
| Book and Learning Materials Allowance | ₱5,000 | ₱10,000 |
| Total | ₱40,000 | ₱80,000 |
The stipend includes support for food, educational tours, transportation, smaller projects, medical insurance, internet use, and communication.
Other Allowances
Scholars may also receive the following additional benefits:
- Thesis and/or OJT allowance: ₱75,000 per academic year
- Local conference/fora: ₱10,000 one-time assistance
- Laptop assistance: ₱30,000 one-time assistance during the first year of the scholarship
The total amount of these additional allowances is ₱115,000.
When combined with the regular allowances, the stated grand total is ₱195,000.
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CHED CoScho Priority Courses
The scholarship gives priority to programs that can contribute directly to the advancement of the coconut industry.
According to the program guidelines, 80% of the scholarship slots will be allocated to programs identified by the PCA as directly contributing to the coconut industry, while 20% will be allocated to other fields.
Some of the priority programs include:
- BS Agri Eco-Tourism Management
- BS Agri-Fisheries Arts
- BS Agri-Tourism Management
- BS Agribusiness / Agribusiness Management
- BS Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
- BS Agricultural Biotechnology
- BS Agricultural Chemistry
- BS Agricultural Economics
- BS Agricultural Engineering
- BS Agricultural Entrepreneurship
- BS Agricultural Extension Education
- BS Agricultural Technology
- BS Agriculture
- BS Agroforestry
- BS Biology
- BS Biochemistry
- BS Dairy Technology
- BS Development Communication
- BS Development Management
- BS/AB Economics
- BS Environmental Engineering
- BS Environmental Science
- BS Fisheries
- BS Food Engineering
- BS Forestry
- BS Geology
- BS Information Technology
- BS Manufacturing Engineering / Manufacturing Technology
- BS Marine Biology
- BS Mechanical Engineering
- BS Microbiology
- BS Rural Development
- BS Social Work
- BS Tourism
Applicants are encouraged to check with their respective CHED Regional Office to confirm whether their chosen program is covered.
How to Apply for CHED CoScho Scholarship 2026?
Those who wish to apply for the CHED CoScho Scholarship must submit their application to their respective CHED Regional Office (CHEDRO).
The application process generally follows these steps:
Step 1: Prepare the Requirements
Gather your academic records, birth certificate, PCA Certification, proof of income, good moral certificate, admission notice, and other applicable documents.
Step 2: Submit Your Application
Submit the completed application and documentary requirements to the appropriate CHED Regional Office.
Step 3: Evaluation and Ranking
The CHED Regional Office will receive, evaluate, and rank qualified applicants.
Step 4: Validation
The Office of Student Development and Services (OSDS) will validate the ranking and approve the list of qualified beneficiaries.
Step 5: Awarding
Qualified applicants will be issued their corresponding scholarship award numbers.
CHED CoScho Scholarship Deadline 2026
The deadline for the CHED CoScho Scholarship for AY 2026-2027 is August 31, 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their requirements as early as possible to avoid missing the deadline and to allow enough time for the evaluation of their documents.
CHED CoScho Scholarship Online Application Form
The application is submitted through the appropriate CHED Regional Office. Applicants should check the CHEDRO application portal or contact their respective regional office for the application form and submission instructions.
The program has regional application portals covering CHEDRO I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, XII, CAR, CARAGA, MIMAROPA, NCR, NIR, and the BARMM areas listed on CHED website.
CHED CoScho Scholarship Return Service
Scholars are required to render one year of service in the Philippines for every year of scholarship, within two years after graduation.
Priority will be given to employment in:
- Government agencies directly working with the coconut industry;
- Other government agencies; and
- Private entities related to the Philippine coconut industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
The CHED CoScho Scholarship is a financial assistance program for qualified coconut farmers and their dependents who are registered under the National Coconut Farmers Registry System.
The regular financial assistance is ₱80,000 per academic year, consisting of a ₱70,000 stipend and ₱10,000 book and learning materials allowance. Scholars may also qualify for additional allowances.
Yes, the program has applications processed through the appropriate CHED Regional Offices, including CHEDRO VII. Applicants should contact their regional office for the latest application instructions.
Qualified Filipino coconut farmers or their dependents who are registered under the NCFRS may apply, provided they meet the academic, income, admission, and other eligibility requirements.
The deadline for the AY 2026-2027 application is August 31, 2026.
Source: Commission on Higher Education (CHED)