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FOFI Scholarships

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FOFI Inc. Scholarship Programs
Scholarship Program for OFW Dependents/under-privileged Filipino youth

A scholarship program is extended to the immediate descendants of especially, overseas Filipino workers (OFWs or OCWs), and underprivileged Filipino youth who intend to pursue courses in the priority fields of Science, Technology, Agriculture and the Arts.
Number of Available Slots

* Number of slots varies depending on the availability of funds.

General Criteria of Eligibility

The applicant must meet some criteria:

* Exhibit the desire to continue learning between the elementary and high school grades
* a child of returning OFW/OCW without continuing resources for education and below 21 years of age
* other children in under-privileged circumstances without access to resources for education and below 21 years of age
* Filipino citizen with no pending application for citizenship in any country or dual citizenship
* of good moral character
* applicant is not already/to be a recipient of any scholarship award
* applicant should sustain an average grade of no less than 85% on his/her last grade
* on a case-to-case basis, applicant may have earned units in prior schooling but due to financial strains could not continue his/her studies. In this special case, s/he is interviewed thoroughly by at least two members of the FOFI Board including the Chairman.

Documentary Requirements

* Accomplished application forms
* 1"x1" ID pictures (2 copies)
* Health certificate attesting to physical fitness of applicant
* In the case of OFW/OCW, Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) or Certificate of Overseas Employment/Work Permit authenticated by the Philippine Embassy or Seamen's Service Record Book, Employment Contract authenticated by the POEA
* Copy of Birth Certificate duly certified by the Local Civil Registrar
* Certificate of Good Moral Character issued by the School Principal/Guidance Counselor
* Sworn statement that he/she has no pending application for resident immigrant status from any country and does not have dual citizenship signed by parents or legal guardians

Application Procedure

Applicant obtains application forms and brochures from the FOFI Office at:

Verde de Pasadena Estates,
209 Pasadena Drive, Casa Barcelona Po3
San Juan, MM
Telephone: 721 7710 or 722 4721 (also fax)

FOFI will evaluate application including the documentary requirements. If approved, issue test permit signed to the applicant indicating test center and time of examination (AM/PM session). If disapproved, a letter of regret is sent to the applicant indicating reason for disapproval of application.

Application form may also be obtained by emailing request to: contactfofil.org

Please also visit www.fofil.org for more information.
Where to File Application and Deadline

If acquired through website, application forms can be filed at the address noted above of Corporate & Community Relations or via the website mentioned above.
Scholarship Promotions, FOFI Inc. Philippines.

The deadline for application is the month of October every year.
Examination Coverage

This is an aptitude test designed to measure abilities that determine academic success in the different areas, comprising many components:

* Scientific Ability;
* Quantitative Ability;
* Mechanical and Technical Ability;
* Linguistic Ability;
* Working Memory;
* Sensorimotor Ability;
* Verbal & Written Skills & Comprehension;
* Imagination & Creativity;
* Communication Skills;
* Leadership Style;
* Character & Morale;
* Willingness & Drive to Learn;
* Teamwork & Culture.

Date and Venue of Examination

Dates are variable dependent on the applicant’s availability but can take place on a monthly basis, with a minimum 6 months prior to the start of the academic year of the educational institution applied to.
Test Fee

No test fee.
General Criteria for the Selection of Scholars

Awardees are selected based on the following:

* Performance in the National Scholarship Exam administered by DOST-Science Education Institute; and
* Result of the interview questionnaire conducted by the Regional OWWA Unit (ROU) Supervisors.

Applicants with their parents or authorized guardian will be interviewed tested by the Chairman and at least one board member of FOFI prior to presentation of the candidate to the Scholarship Fund Committee.
Expected Date of Announcement of Selected Scholars

March until April very year, prior to the commencement of the academic year in the Philippines.
Scholarship Privileges

* Tuition fee and other school fees not to exceed P20,000 per term.
* A monthly stipend of P3,500
* Book Allowance of P1,000 per semester/term
* Clothing Allowance of P500 per semester/term
* For elementary and high school levels, FOFI will consult subject school for the student’s
requirements, this will vary based on consultations of FOFI with the school where the
student will enroll.

For Summer Term (if required by the curriculum)

* Actual tuition fee not to exceed P5,000.00 for the term;
* Book Allowance of P500;
* Monthly Allowance of P3,500.

The allotment of fees is flexible depending on the course, level of study and the circumstances
of student applicant. This is why a thorough interview on the student, with his/her parent or guardian will be conducted. Thereafter, consultations with the school where the student will enroll will be done by FOFI to determine the student’s requirements. All fees will justly be allotted depending on requirements of the student.

Please be aware FOFI reserves the right to consult with the school principals and authorities to find out the needs of the student, therefore fees may vary and will be at the discretion of the Chairman and the FOFI Board after consultations with the school is done.
Scholarship Obligations

* The awardee shall enroll in a state colleges/universities or private schools approved by FOFI at a school with duly approved complete curricular offerings, student must pass the qualifying exam for admission by the state college/university at which the student will enroll;
* The awardee must maintain the grade requirement of no less than 85% or the equivalent of the program for the continuance of the scholarship until completion of the course;
* The awardee must sign an agreement that he/she will finish her studies before marriage. A certain level of commitment on the part of the student to avail of FOFI Scholarship must be made clear before approval of the scholarship
* Upon completion of the course of study, the scholar shall render service in the country on full time basis, preferably along his/her field of training for a period equal to the number of years he/she enjoyed the scholarship.