OWWA Scholarship 2026–2027: How to Apply, Requirements, Benefits, and Deadlines

Key Takeaways

• The OWWA Scholarship 2026–2027 is now open for eligible college students in the Philippines.
• Scholars can receive up to ₱60,000 per school year in financial assistance.
• Online applications for EDSP and CMWSP are open from November 10–28, 2025.

What is the OWWA Scholarship?

The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) offers several scholarship programs designed to support dependents of active OWWA members. These grants aim to help students pursue higher education without worrying about tuition and related expenses.

Available OWWA scholarship programs:

• Education for Development Scholarship Program (EDSP)
• Congressional Migrant Workers Scholarship Program (CMWSP)
• OFW Dependent Scholarship Program (ODSP)

1. Education for Development Scholarship Program (EDSP)

Overview

The Education for Development Scholarship Program (EDSP) provides financial assistance to qualified dependents of active OWWA members who wish to pursue a 4–5-year bachelor’s degree in any preferred college or university in the Philippines.

Selection is based on the DOST national qualifying examinations for incoming freshmen.

Benefits

₱60,000 per school year. Until completion of the 4–5-year degree program.

Qualifications

To apply for the EDSP Scholarship, applicants must:

• Be a child or sibling of a single or married but childless active OWWA member
• Be single and not more than 21 years old upon application
• Be a Grade 12 graduating student
• Have a GWA of at least 80% with no failing grades
• Be willing to enroll in a Philippine-based college or university

2. Congressional Migrant Workers Scholarship Program (CMWSP)

Overview

The Congressional Migrant Workers Scholarship Program (CMWSP) provides financial grants to deserving migrant workers and/or their immediate dependents who plan to study priority courses in Science and Technology.

The DOST–SEI administers the national qualifying exam for incoming college freshmen scholars.

Benefits

₱60,000 per school year. Up to 4–5 years in any CHED-accredited college or university in the Philippines.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following:

• Be an OFW, or a child/sibling of an OFW who is single or married but childless
• Be not more than 21 years old upon application
• Have an annual family income of not more than USD 2,400 or its equivalent
• Have a GWA of at least 80%, with no failing grades
• Be willing to take Science and Technology courses
• Be enrolled in a Philippine-based college or university

3. OFW Dependent Scholarship Program (ODSP)

Overview

The OFW Dependent Scholarship Program (ODSP) is a financial assistance grant for qualified dependents or siblings of active OWWA members. It’s open to OFWs earning USD 1,000 or below per month, regardless of job category.

Benefits

₱10,000 per semester or ₱20,000 per school year. To cover tuition fees and other academic-related costs.

Qualifications

To qualify for the ODSP Scholarship, the applicant must:

• Be single
• Be a child or sibling of an active OWWA member
• Be not more than 21 years old (for incoming 1st-year students)
  or not more than 30 years old (for 2nd–5th year students)
• Have a passing GWA (minimum of 80%), with no failing grades
• Be enrolled in a Philippine-based college or university
• Have a family income not exceeding USD 1,000/month

ODSP Application Status: Not Open.

Required Documents

Prepare the following before applying for any OWWA Scholarship program:

Proof of Identity

• OFW: Valid passport (bio/information page)
• Dependent: School ID or valid government ID
• Any of the following: Birth Certificate or Baptismal Certificate

Proof of Grades

• Form 137, Form 138, Form 10, or Transcript of Records (TOR)
• 2×2 ID picture (white background, with name tag and signature)

Note: Grades from SY 2023–2024 or SY 2024–2025 may be accepted for initial submission. Final requirements will be confirmed by the OWWA Regional Welfare Office (RWO) after review.

How to Apply for OWWA Scholarship 2026–2027

1. Visit the official OWWA Scholarship Portal: https://scholarship.owwa.gov.ph
2. Select your preferred scholarship program (EDSP or CMWSP).
3. Fill out the online application form completely.
4. Upload all required documents.
5. Wait for confirmation from your OWWA Regional Welfare Office (RWO).

For more questions or inquiries, applicants can visit the OWWA website or go to their nearest OWWA Regional Office.