Dear Xavier Ateneo Faculty and Staff,
We are pleased to share that CHED has announced the call for applications to the Scholarships for Staff and Instructors’ Knowledge Advancement Program (SIKAP) for FY 2025, as outlined in CHED Memorandum No 134, s 2025.
SIKAP is a CHED-funded scholarship that supports full-time and part-time graduate studies (Master’s or Doctorate) for qualified teaching and non-teaching personnel in CHED-recognized higher education institutions.
Key Benefits:
- Full coverage of tuition and other school fees
- Monthly stipend for full-time scholars: ₱41,000 (Master’s) / ₱54,000 (Doctorate)
- Per-term subsidy for part-time scholars: ₱40,000 (Master’s) / ₱50,000 (Doctorate)
- Thesis/dissertation grant: ₱150,000 (Master’s) / ₱250,000 (Doctorate)
- Additional support for materials, connectivity, and transport, as applicable
Who May Apply:
- Filipino citizen
- Full-time faculty or staff in a CHED-recognized HEI
- Under 50 years old within six months of application
- Physically and mentally fit (with medical and psychological clearance)
- Endorsed by the institution as part of its faculty/staff development plan
- Admitted to or applying for a CHED-recognized graduate program
- Not currently holding another government-funded scholarship
Deadlines:
- 14 July 2025
- 4 August 2025
- 8 September 2025
For full details, including eligibility, benefits, and required documents, please see the attached CHED Memorandum No 134, s 2025.
Inquiries may be directed to CHEDRO X via: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
We encourage eligible faculty and staff to consider this opportunity for academic and professional advancement.
