Key Takeaways
- The DSWD Educational Assistance Program provides financial aid for elementary, high school, senior high, and college/vocational students in need.
- Assistance ranges from ₱1,000 to ₱4,000 depending on the student’s level.
- Application can be done via DSWD Field Offices or email, with documentation required for approval.
- Payments are scheduled and coordinated with local government units to avoid crowding and ensure proper distribution.
- Registration details are available through DSWD Field Office Facebook pages.
What is the DSWD Educational Assistance Program?
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) provides educational assistance to support financially disadvantaged students. This is not a scholarship, this program helps cover educational expenses to allow students to focus on learning.
Also read: CHED Scholarship 2025 for college students
Who is Eligible?
- Children of solo parents
- Children of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs)
- Children of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs)
- Victims of natural disasters or domestic abuse
- Working students or breadwinners
- Families with three or more children
- Children of parents with no source of income
- Children of HIV victims
Benefits of the DSWD Educational Assistance Program
| Education level | Financial Assistance |
|---|---|
| Elementary | ₱1,000 |
| High School | ₱2,000 |
| Senior High School | ₱3,000 |
| College / Vocational | ₱4,000 |
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted through two main channels:
- Walk-In – Visit the DSWD Central Office or local Field Offices (note: walk-in applications may be restricted; check the latest updates).
- Email – Send required documents to CIU.CO[@]DSWD.GOV.PH.
Required Documents
- Proof of enrollment
- Authorization letter (if the applicant cannot personally apply)
- Valid ID of parent/guardian and student (for college or vocational students)
DSWD Field Office Registration Links
Applicants can register or get updates through their respective DSWD Field Office Facebook pages:
- Field Office I: facebook.com/dswdfo1
- Field Office II: facebook.com/DSWDDos
- Field Office III: facebook.com/dswdfo3
- Field Office IV-A: facebook.com/dswdfo4a
- Field Office IV-B: facebook.com/dswdfomimaropa (Page Not Available)
- Field Office V: facebook.com/dswdfo5 (Page Not Available)
- Field Office VI: facebook.com/dswd06
- Field Office VII: facebook.com/dswdfo7
- Field Office VIII: facebook.com/dswdeasternvisayas
- Field Office IX: facebook.com/dswdfo9 (Page Not Available)
- Field Office X: facebook.com/dswdfo10
- Field Office XI: facebook.com/dswdfo11
- Field Office XII: facebook.com/dswddose (Page Not Available)
- Field Office NCR: facebook.com/dswdfoncr
- Field Office CAR: facebook.com/dswdfocar (Page Not Available)
- Field Office CARAGA: facebook.com/dswdcaraga
Check your local office for complete instructions and updates.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the DSWD Educational Assistance Program?
It is a financial aid program by the Department of Social Welfare and Development for students from low-income or vulnerable households.
Who can apply for DSWD educational assistance?
Elementary, high school, senior high, and college/vocational students whose families meet the eligibility criteria (e.g., OFW families, PWD families, victims of disasters or abuse).
How much financial assistance can I get?
Elementary students will get P1,000, P2,000 for high school, P3,000 for senior high school, and P4,000 for college or vocational students under the dswd educational program.
How do I apply?
You can apply either by visiting your local DSWD Field Office or by sending documents via email to CIU.CO[@]DSWD.GOV.PH.
Where can I check registration links and updates?
Through your regional DSWD Field Office Facebook page listed in this article.
Can 4Ps beneficiaries apply?
No. Students who receive educational assistance through the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) are not eligible for this program.
Please include for this program, my parent is a solo parent due to my dad was dead, and We are 7 siblings. I need a financial assistance for my educational expenses. Thank you!
Unta ma apil ko ani
Sana makakuha nang link para makasali😔
Sana ma pili po
badly needed a scholarship so I can finish my studies because my parents don’t have enough money to send me to school, especially since we are five siblings. It’s hard to survive because I’m already in college. I hope you can help me.
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How to apply ?
Good afternoon po ma’am,sir. Children of parents with no source of income. My mother is a senior citizens and im a working student, Im currently a 3rd year student. gusto ko pong makapagtapos..
Hello po paano po mag apply at saan pwede magpunta oara makaavail ng scholarship ng dswd? Salamat po
I hope nga matabangan ko sa akung school financial allowance I’m 3rd BEED college from DON CARLOS POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE THANK YOU PO
I hope nga makadawat ko ani nga beneficiary Kai lisud kaau ang amung situation Karen labaw na 3rd Year college student ko form DON CARLOS POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE , thank you
Hello po,I hope maka apply at matanggap sa TES beneficiary, need na talaga ng tulong 4ps Member po.
Hello po,I hope maka apply at matanggap sa TES beneficiary, need na talaga ng tulong 4ps Member po. 1st year college
Allowance
Sana po mapili pang allowance lang para po nakatulong kay mama