The GBF TeachSTEM College Scholarship Program is dedicated to preparing and empowering educators to become competent STEM champions. The program offers scholarships for the Academic Year 2024-2025, and the application period is open until April 30, 2024. If you are passionate about STEM education and want to make a difference in the lives of your students, this program is for you.
How to Apply
Applying for the GBF TeachSTEM Scholarship Program is simple and convenient. To begin your application process, visit our online application portal at https://bit.ly/gbfteachstemcollege2024. There, you will find the necessary forms and submission requirements. Please ensure that you have all the required documents ready before starting your application.
Once your application has been submitted, qualified applicants will be invited to participate in a live online exam and panel interview. This selection process allows us to assess your passion for STEM education and your potential to become a successful STEM educator.
Qualified Degree Programs
- Bachelor of Secondary Education, major in:
- Mathematics
- Science
- Biology
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Bachelor of Elementary Education, major in:
- Science and Mathematics
- Mathematics
- Science and Health Education
- General Education
- General Curriculum
- Early Education
- Information Technology & TLE Courses
- Bachelor in Information Technology Education (BITED), with Certificate in Elementary, Junior High School & Senior High School Teaching
- Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Economics
- Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education, major in Information and Communication Technology
- Bachelor of Technical-Vocational Teacher Education, major in:
- Drafting Technology
- Civil Technology and Construction Technology
- Electronics Technology
- Automotive Technology
- Construction Technology
- Computer Systems Servicing
- Heating, Ventilating and Air-conditioning Technology
- Mechanical Technology
- Computer Programming
- Civil Technology
- Electrical Technology
- Computer Hardware Servicing
If you are pursuing a degree in any of these fields and are passionate about STEM education, we encourage you to apply for the GBF TeachSTEM Scholarship Program. This program not only provides financial assistance but also offers opportunities for professional development and networking.
Benefits
Scholars shall receive benefits until graduation from their degree program, subject to compliance with scholarship retention requirements every semester.
- Financial Grant (Sent directly to a scholar’s bank account)
- State University: ₱65,000 per year
- Private University: ₱85,000 per year
- Scholar Development Programs
- Access to capacity-building programs (e.g., leadership development, upskilling, subject content mastery)
- Support from a community of educators
As a GBF TeachSTEM scholar, you will have access to resources and support to enhance your teaching skills and knowledge in STEM education. You will also become part of a community of educators who share the same passion for promoting STEM education and inspiring students to pursue careers in STEM fields.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be an incoming 1st-year student or an ongoing college student (strong preference for incoming 2nd-year students) taking a bachelor’s degree in education with a specialization in STEM-related fields, Tech-Voc training education, or general education. Students scheduled to graduate in AY 2024-2025 are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.
- Must be enrolled or intend to enroll in a teacher education institution (TEI) with LET performance above the national average
- Must have no failed, dropped, or incomplete grades in the previous academic year
- If in senior high school, academic records from Grades 11 and 12 will be evaluated
- Must have a general weighted average of at least 85% or its equivalent from the previous academic year
- If in senior high school, GWA from Grade 11 will be evaluated
- Has involvement in extracurricular or community activities
- Willing to teach in a public school in their community after graduation
- Must be of good moral standing and have no existing disciplinary case
- Must be in need of financial support to complete studies
- Preferably not a recipient of other scholarships
- Must be in good health.
Documentary Requirements
- Fully accomplished online application form accessible via https://bit.ly/gbfteachstemcollege2024
- Proof of enrollment or admission
- If an incoming college student, submit proof of admission and a letter of intent to enroll
- If an ongoing college student, submit the certificate of registration from the current semester OR a letter of intent to enroll in the next semester
- A certified true copy of grades
- If an incoming college student, submit academic records from Grades 11 and 12 (available quarters)
- If an ongoing college student, submit grades from at least two (2) most recent consecutive semesters
- Official grading system of university or school
- This can be any document from the institution showing the transmutation of grades in the university/school. (E.g.: 2.0 = 80%)
- Portfolio reflecting one’s community involvement and its impact on the community
- Link to the portfolio: https://bit.ly/gbfstudentportfolio2024
- Certificate of good moral character from the current year
- Proof of household income
- If the applicant has employed parents/guardians, submit one of the following: Certificate of Employment with position and salary, OR latest ITR, OR BIR Form 2316
- If the applicant has unemployed parents/guardians, submit a BIR tax exemption certificate obtained from the LGU
- Proof of residence
- Photo of residence, AND
- Proof of billing OR barangay certificate
- ID picture on a white background (Square image)
Helpful Links
| Online Application Form for TeachSTEM College Degree Scholarship | https://bit.ly/gbfteachstemcollege2024 |
| Online Application Form for TeachSTEM Master’s Degree Scholarship | https://bit.ly/gbfteachstemmasters2024 |
| Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | https://bit.ly/gbfteachstemfaqs2024 |
Inquiries
Kindly visit our FAQ page or email teachstem@gbf.com.ph.
Notice
GBF does not collect fees from scholarship applicants. If you receive suspicious communication claiming to come from GBF, kindly report it to us. Read our full statement.
