CHED Priority Courses for CHED Scholarship 2024
Commission on Higher Education in Philippines has created a list of CHED priority courses. These courses are important because they help students get scholarships and prepare for jobs that the country needs.
What are CHED Priority Courses?
CHED priority courses are divided into two main groups:
- National Priority Courses: These are important across the whole country.
- Regional Priority Courses: These focus on specific needs in different regions.
A. National Priority Courses
1. Science and Mathematics
- Applied Physics / Physics
- Applied Mathematics / Mathematics
- Applied Statistics / Statistics
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Geology
- Human Biology
- Marine Biology
- Marine Science
- Meteorology
- Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
- Volcano and Seismology Related Fields
2. Information Technology Education
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Entertainment and Multimedia Computing
- Game Development and Animation
- Information Technology
- Library and Information Science
3. Engineering and Technology
- Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
- Ceramic Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering / Electronics and Communications Engineering
- Food Engineering
- Geodetic Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Manufacturing / Production Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Robotics Engineering
- Sanitary Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Aircraft Maintenance Technology
- Aviation Related Programs
- Engineering Technology
- Industrial Technology
- Mechatronics Engineering Technology
4. Architecture and Related Programs
- Architecture
- Fine Arts
- Interior Design
- Landscape Architecture
- Environmental Planning
5. Business and Management
- Accountancy
- Business Analytics (straight or major)
- Hospitality Management / Hotel and Restaurant Management
- Tourism Management / Tourism
6. Health Profession Education
- Doctor of Dental Medicine
- Doctor of Optometry
- Medical Technology / Medical Laboratory Science
- Midwifery
- Pharmacy
- Physical Therapy
- Public Health
- Occupational Therapy
- Nursing
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Respiratory Therapy
- Radiologic Technology
- Speech and Language Pathology
7. Maritime Education
- Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering
8. Social Sciences
- Community Development
- Human Services (Guidance and Counseling)
- Indigenous Peoples Studies / Education
- Peace Studies / Education
- Psychology
- Social Work
9. Teacher Education
- Secondary Education Majors in Science and Mathematics
- Culture and Arts
- Early Childhood Education
- Special Needs Education
- Sports and Exercise Science
10. Multi and Interdisciplinary Cluster
- Agribusiness
- Agro – Forestry
- Data Science and Analytics
- Disaster Risk Management
- Climate Change
- Renewable / Sustainable Energy
Updates
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B. Regional Priority Courses
CHED Region I
- Bachelor of Physical Education
- Bachelor of Technical-Vocational Teacher Education
- Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education
CHED Region II
- Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Human
- Resource Development
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
CHED Region III
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (all majors)
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
- Bachelor of Secondary Education (all majors)
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
CHED Region IV
- Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation
- Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology / Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Electronics / Communications Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
CHED Region V
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication
- Bachelor of Arts in Accounting Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Financial Management
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Science in Office Administration
CHED Region VI
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Science in Fisheries
- Bachelor of Science in Food Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Packaging Engineering
CHED Region VII
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication
- Bachelor of Science in Naval Engineering / Architecture
- Bachelor of Science in Office Administration
- Bachelor of Science in Public Administration
- Bachelor of Secondary Education majors in English, Filipino, Social Studies and Values
CHED Region VIII
- Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
- Bachelor of Science in Travel Management
- Bachelor of Secondary Education majors in Filipino and Social Science
- Bachelor of Technical-Vocational Teacher Education
CHED Region IX
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor in Islamic Education
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
- Bachelor in Early Childhood Education
CHED Region X
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
- Bachelor of Science in Development Communications
- Bachelor of Science in Ecology
- Bachelor of Science in Forestry
- Bachelor of / Bachelor of Science in Performing Arts
CHED Region XI
- Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science in Theology
- Bachelor of Physical Education
- Bachelor of Technical Vocational Education
- Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education
- Creative and Performing Arts
CHED Region XII
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
- Bachelor of Science in Fisheries
- AB Islamic Education
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
CAR
- Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
CARAGA
- Bachelor of Science in Fisheries
- Bachelor of Science in Agroforestry
- Bachelor of Science in Geology
- Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management
MIMAROPA
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (all majors)
- Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
- Bachelor of Science in Physical Education
- Bachelor of Secondary Education (all majors)
NCR
- Bachelor in Multimedia Arts
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Supply Chain / Logistics Management
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Secondary Education (all majors)
CHED Scholarship 2024
Students who are enrolled in the priority courses listed above and meet the scholarship requirements may apply for the CHED Merit Scholarship.
The benefits for ched scholarship are as follows:
- Tuition and other school expenses (TOSF) of up to ₱40,000
- Stipend: up to ₱70,000.
- Book/Connectivity allowance up to ₱10,000.
You can Join CHED Scholarship Facebook group to receive updates on scholarships.
