What is the Parañaque City scholarship program?
Parañaque’s main channel is the Tertiary Education Financial Assistance Program (TEFAP), run through the city’s Special Services Office (SSO). Assistance amount scales with grade average rather than following fixed named tiers.
Most recently confirmed (2026)
- Beneficiaries: around 5,000 college students citywide
- Benefit: ₱4,000 to ₱6,000, scaled to grade average
- Distributed directly by the city government; announced via the Mayor’s office
A separate District 1-specific option
If you live in Parañaque District 1, a separate CHED Tulong Dunong Program (TDP) intake has also been facilitated through the Office of the District Representative, with 1,128 slots for incoming 1st to 4th year college students for AY 2026-2027. This is a national CHED program channeled through the congressional office, not the city-wide TEFAP, and needs a Voter’s Certification confirming District 1 residency. Confirm current status with the Representative’s office directly, since this is separate from the citywide program above.
How to apply
TEFAP does not have a single standing online portal. Applications and distribution schedules are announced through the Special Services Office and the Mayor’s office. Contact or watch:
Special Services Office, City of Parañaque
3rd Floor, Parañaque City Hall Building
Official site: paranaque.gov.ph – Special Services Office
Facebook: Special Services Office – Parañaque City
The SSO also runs free TESDA skills training and other assistance programs, so it is worth asking about beyond TEFAP if a scholarship slot is not open at the time you inquire.
Other options
- CHED Merit Scholarship (CMSP) and the Tertiary Education Subsidy remain available regardless of city
This page previously described a generic tiered scholarship structure that could not be verified. It has been replaced with TEFAP and the District 1 TDP intake, confirmed from the City Government of Parañaque and recent local reporting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply for the Parañaque City Scholarship (TEFAP) if I already receive another scholarship or grant?
Most Philippine LGU and national scholarship programs prohibit double enrollment in two grants that cover the exact same expense (for example, two separate tuition subsidies). You can usually still receive non-overlapping benefits, such as a stipend from one program and a book allowance from another, but you must disclose any existing scholarship on your application. Ask the program office directly, since the rule on double compensation varies by ordinance or agency guideline.
What happens if I submit my application after the deadline?
Late applications are typically not accepted for that intake, since disbursement and budget allocation are tied to a fixed cycle. If you miss a cutoff, ask the issuing office whether a second batch, waitlist, or the following semester’s intake is open, and set a reminder well ahead of the next posted deadline.
Is the Parañaque City Scholarship (TEFAP) renewable every semester or school year?
Renewal usually depends on maintaining a minimum grade requirement, staying enrolled full-time, and submitting updated documents (such as a new certificate of enrollment or grades) each period. Requirements for continuing grantees are generally lighter than for first-time applicants, but missing a renewal deadline can still forfeit the slot.
Where can I confirm the current schedule and requirements?
Because intake dates, income ceilings, and benefit amounts can change from year to year, always confirm the current cycle directly with the issuing office (the provincial or city government’s scholarship division, or the national agency named above) before preparing documents. Official Facebook pages and government websites are usually updated faster than third-party sources.
What should I do if my application is denied?
Ask the office in writing for the specific reason. Common causes are incomplete documents, exceeding the income cap, or missing the residency requirement. Many programs allow you to reapply in the next intake once the issue is corrected.
Why This Guide Sticks to Verified Details
You may notice this page does not list every possible benefit tier, exact peso amount, or contact number you might see on other scholarship sites. That is intentional: this page was reviewed against official government sources, and any detail that could not be confirmed was removed rather than guessed at. Scholarship budgets, income cutoffs, and benefit amounts are typically reviewed and adjusted by the issuing office each fiscal year, so a number that was accurate last year may already be outdated.
How to Get the Exact, Current Figures
For the specific per-semester amount, current income cutoff, or exact application dates for this cycle, contact the issuing office directly through its official website, official Facebook page, or by visiting in person. Front-line staff at the scholarship or education office can usually confirm the current figures immediately, and this is more reliable than any third-party guide, including this one.
Watch Out for Unofficial “Assistance” Pages
Because local scholarship programs are popular search topics, some unofficial pages and social media accounts republish outdated or invented figures, or ask for a processing fee to “help” you apply. Legitimate LGU and national government scholarships do not charge a fee to apply; always go through the official office or website directly.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Checking
If you do not qualify for this specific program due to residency or budget limits, remember that national programs such as the Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) and CHED’s other grant programs remain open to eligible students regardless of city or province, and are worth applying to alongside any local program.
Keeping Your Application Current
Because this program’s structure has changed in the recent past, as noted above, treat any older guide or forwarded social media post about a “Parañaque City Scholarship” with specific benefit tiers as potentially outdated. Confirm the current program name, office, and requirements directly with the City Government of Parañaque before preparing your documents.