DCWD College Scholarship 2025-2026

DCWD is offering 11 scholarships slots! Apply by May 30


Call for applications to DCWD’s College Scholarship Programs for SY 2025–2026, offering slots for Indigenous Peoples and Academic Excellence scholars.
Image courtesy of Davao City Water District (DCWD)

The Davao City Water District (DCWD) has officially opened applications for its College Scholarship Programs for the school year 2025–2026.

There are a total of 11 slots available, 7 for Indigenous Peoples (IPs) and 4 for Academic Excellence scholars, specifically for students aiming to pursue a degree at the University of Southeastern Philippines (USeP), either at the Obrero or Mintal Campus.

Application Period: January to May 30, 2025

Scholarship Benefits

All selected DCWD scholars will receive:

  • Transportation, meals, and boarding house allowance
  • Uniform and textbook allowance
  • Thesis allowance in graduating year
  • Cash incentive upon graduation
  • Dean’s Lister incentive

DCWD College Scholarship

DCWD College Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples (IPs) – 7 slots available

Who can apply?

  • SHS graduates or current college students with at least 80% average
  • Must be an IP or Muslim residing in watershed areas of Toril, Tugbok, Baguio, Calinan, or Marilog (Davao City)

What are the Requirement?

  • Notice of Admission from USeP
  • Tribal Certification and Certificate of Confirmation
  • Proof of income (ITR not exceeding ₱120,000)
  • Barangay endorsement, PSA birth certificate, and more
  • RTCU Test with “High” Quality Index (for Engineering students)

DCWD Academic Excellence Scholarship

DCWD Academic Excellence Scholarship – 4 slots available

Who can apply:

  • Recent SHS graduates from Davao City schools
  • At least 85% average and in the top 20% of their class

What are the Requirements?

  • Report card and top 20% certification
  • Notice of Admission from USeP
  • Proof of income, birth certificate, and more
  • RTCU Test with “High” Quality Index

How to Apply?

Eligible students must first meet the requirements of USeP. Once qualified, applicants should proceed to the:

DCWD Community Relations Division Office
6th Floor, DCWD Matina Office, Davao City

For inquiries, contact: (082) 235-3293 local 1621

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