The Gokongwei Brothers Foundation (GBF) TeachSTEM Master’s Scholarship Program, offered by the Gokongwei Brothers Foundation, supports aspiring and practicing educators who champion STEM in their schools and communities. It provides opportunities for educators to advance their knowledge, empowering them to transform and reform educational practices, policies, and institutions.

The scholarship application for the Academic Year 2024-2025 is open until October 31, 2024.

Scholars will receive benefits until they graduate from their degree program, as long as they meet the scholarship requirements each semester.

• Financial Grant
  • Scholars will receive a financial grant, which will be sent directly to their bank account. Those enrolled in a state university will receive ₱45,000 per year, while those attending a private university will receive ₱65,000 per year.

• Scholar Development Programs
  • Scholars will have access to development programs aimed at building various skills, including leadership training, upskilling, and subject expertise, while also receiving support from a community of educators.

The GBF TeachSTEM Master’s Scholarship Program has a list of priority courses, which includes the following.

1. Master of Arts / Master of Science with areas of concentration in:
   • Science (General Science, Biology, Chemistry and Physics)
   • Mathematics 
   • Library & Information Science / Data Science  
   • Technology and Home Management
   • Technical Vocational (with Science and Technology Inclination)
2. Master of Arts in Education Management (MAEM)with areas of concentration in:
   • Educational Leadership / Educational Administration
   • Curriculum and Instruction
   • Measurement and Evaluation 
   • Educational Technology
   • Non-Formal Education / Alternative Learning System 
   • Special Education / Inclusive Education

Eligibility Requirements

1. Must have at least one (1) year of teaching experience and currently teaching:
   • in either a public or private school, with the intent to teach as a K-12 public school teacher of science, math, or any STEM-related subject.
   • in the tertiary level as instructor or professor of any STEM-related subject or course 
2. Must be a model of teaching excellence, innovativeness, care for learners, and commitment to serve 
3. Must be an incoming 1st year or 2nd year student in a master’s degree program in education specializing in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, alternative learning system, tech-voc training, or special education
   • Ongoing MA student should be currently enrolled with at least six (6) units and must have at least 6 coursework units remaining
4. Must have a weighted grade of at least 2.0 or its equivalent from the previously enrolled academic year 
5. Must be enrolled in GBF partner teacher education institution or a teacher education institution (TEI) within or above the national average LET performance 
6. Must have no failed, incomplete, or dropped grades from the previous semester 
7. Must be of good moral standing with no existing disciplinary case
8. Must be in need of financial support to complete their studies  
9. Preferably not a recipient of other scholarships 

Documentary Requirements

1. Fully accomplished online application form which will be visible once you complete the eligibility questionnaire.
2. Proof of enrollment
   • Submit certificate of registration for the current semester (1st term AY 24-25) enrolled with at least six (6) units
3. Certified true copy of grades from AY 23-24 or College Transcript of Records (for 1st year Master’s student) 
4. Curriculum Prospectus issued by the college/university AND the completed Projected Curriculum Plan Template (showing coursework, comprehensive exam and thesis subjects to take after the current term). Template: https://bit.ly/gbfteachstemmasterscurriculumplan2024)
5. Certificate of employment with starting date, rank, subjects teaching, and salary  
6. Scanned copy of PRC ID (Licensed Professional Teacher) 
   Certificate of STEM-related accomplishments.
   • This can be any certification showing the applicant’s participation and involvement in any STEM-related project or event in, but not limited to, the school where the applicant is employed or his/her local community.
7. Proof of residence
   • Photo of residence, AND 
   • Proof of billing OR barangay certificate 

How to Apply

1.  Check your eligibility via this link https://bit.ly/teachstem_eligibility_questionnaire
2.  Once eligible, you will be able to proceed to the application form at the end of the eligibility questionnaire.  
3.  Qualified applicants will be invited to live online exams and a panel interview.