Liceo de Davao offers government, local, and school-based financial assistance to ensure access to quality education from Junior High to College. This page consolidates available programs, what each covers, who qualifies, and how to apply through our Registrar and Scholarship Office. Details below reflect current policy frameworks and Liceo’s enrollment workflow; specific dates, amounts, and forms may change each school year based on issuing agencies. Applicants are advised to begin early, prepare complete documents, and respond promptly to validation requests.
Government Assistance for Basic Education
Educational Service Contracting (ESC) — Junior High School (Grade 7–10)
The ESC program extends tuition subsidies to qualified incoming Grade 7 learners who enroll in certified private Junior High Schools. Grants generally continue through Grade 10, subject to promotion and school compliance.
- Who it’s for:
- Incoming Grade 7 learners (priority to public elementary completers)
- Enrolling in a PEAC-certified private JHS (Liceo de Davao is certified)
- What it covers:
- A fixed annual subsidy applied to tuition (billed by the school to the program)
- How to avail at Liceo:
- Indicate intent during JHS application; secure an ESC slot with the Registrar
- Submit the ESC application form during enrollment; attend parent orientation
- Core requirements (typical):
- PSA Birth Certificate, Grade 6 Form 138/Certificate of Completion, Certificate of Good Moral Character, 2×2 photos
- For ALS/PEPT qualifiers: proof of qualification
- Any additional forms requested by PEAC/DepEd
Senior High School Voucher Program (SHS VP) — SHS (Grade 11–12)
The SHS VP provides vouchers to qualified Grade 10 completers to study in VP-participating private SHS, non-DepEd public SHS, or SUCs/LUCs with SHS offerings.
- Who it’s for:
- Automatically qualified: public JHS completers and private JHS ESC grantees
- Applicants via OVAP (various categories) for eligible private JHS completers, ALS/PEPT passers
- What it covers:
- A voucher amount applied to school fees; may require a top-up depending on school rates
- How to avail at Liceo:
- If automatically qualified, present proof (e.g., ESC certificate or public JHS credential) at enrollment
- If not automatically qualified, apply via OVAP within DepEd’s window; submit QVA certificate to Liceo
- Core requirements (typical):
- PSA Birth Certificate, Grade 10 Form 138, recent ID photos
- ESC Certificate (if applicable), QVA/QVR certificate (if applicable)
- Additional documents required by DepEd/PEAC per category
Government Assistance for Tertiary Education
Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) — CHED-UniFAST
TES is a grant-in-aid under RA 10931 (Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act) supporting qualified undergraduates, with prioritization for students from low-income households or areas without public HEIs.
- Who it’s for:
- Filipino undergraduates enrolled in CHED-recognized programs (including private HEIs)
- Prioritization per UniFAST guidelines (e.g., Listahanan/4Ps; locality without SUCs/LUCs)
- What it covers:
- Grant amounts intended for tuition/fees and education-related expenses; benefits vary by category and institution type
- How to avail at Liceo:
- Coordinate with the Registrar/Scholarship Office during enrollment; Liceo consolidates submissions to CHED-UniFAST when calls open
- Monitor CHED-UniFAST advisories for timelines
- Core requirements (typical):
- Certificate of Registration/Enrollment; proof of income or prioritization status; valid IDs; additional UniFAST forms as issued each cycle
Tulong Dunong Program (TDP-TES) — CHED
TDP is a grant under TES intended to partially support tertiary costs for eligible undergraduates, subject to prioritization and fund availability.
- Who it’s for:
- Filipino undergraduates in CHED-recognized programs who are not beneficiaries of overlapping national aid programs
- What it covers:
- Fixed grant per regular semester (subject to CHED-UniFAST guidelines)
- How to avail at Liceo:
- Watch for CHED/UniFAST calls; file through the Scholarship Office with complete documentation
- Respond to validation and regional CHED requests
- Core requirements (typical):
- COR/COE; Certificate of Indigency or proof of household income; ID photos; TDP application form; any CHED regional directives
Local Government and Special Programs
City Educational Scholarship Program (CESPRO) — Tagum City
CESPRO is a city-funded scholarship for qualified residents, typically awarded through competitive screening.
- Who it’s for:
- Tagum City residents who meet academic and income criteria, with prioritization the LGU sets each cycle
- What it covers:
- Tuition support and modest allowances as determined by the LGU’s current ordinance and budget
- How to avail at Liceo:
- Apply directly to the LGU when calls open; upon award, submit your grant notice to Liceo’s Scholarship Office for billing/credits
- Core requirements (typical):
- Proof of residency; income documents; academic records; LGU forms and screening compliance
Indigenous Peoples (IP) Scholarship — LGU/Agencies
Select scholarships are made available for IP learners through LGUs or national agencies.
- Who it’s for:
- Recognized IP learners (verification per program rules)
- What it covers:
- Tuition assistance and/or stipends as set by the grantor
- How to avail at Liceo:
- Apply through the issuing LGU/agency; bring award/endorsement to Liceo for crediting
- Core requirements (typical):
- Certification of IP affiliation; proof of residency; academic credentials; program-specific forms
School-Based Assistance and Payment Support
- Family (Sibling) Discounts:
- Percentage reduction on tuition for families with multiple enrolled siblings (apply via Registrar)
- Early Full-Payment Incentives:
- Discount for full tuition settlement within the announced enrollment window
- Modified Work and Study Program (MWSP):
- Flexible scheduling (evening/weekend/Sunday where applicable) to balance work and study; may be paired with installment plans
- Installment Plans:
- Term-based payment schedules; inquire at the Cashier for calendar and terms
Note: School-based assistance is evaluated each academic year and may require updated forms at enrollment.
How to Apply at Liceo de Davao
Step 1 — Identify Your Aid Category
- Basic Education: ESC (JHS), SHS Voucher (SHS)
- Tertiary: TES, TDP-TES
- Local: CESPRO, LGU/IP scholarships
- School-Based: Sibling discounts, early-payment incentives, installment plans
Step 2 — Prepare Core Documents
- Common:
- PSA Birth Certificate, recent ID photos, Certificate of Good Moral Character, latest Report Card/Transcript
- Program-Specific:
- ESC form or certificate (JHS); QVA/QVR or ESC proof (SHS); COR/COE and income documents (TES/TDP); residency/income certifications (CESPRO/LGU/IP)
Step 3 — File With the Correct Office
- Registrar/Scholarship Office: Consolidates ESC/SHS VP/TES/TDP submissions and validates school-based discounts
- LGU/Agency Portals: For CESPRO/LGU/IP calls (submit proof of award to Liceo after selection)
Step 4 — Monitor Validation and Results
- Respond to any requests for clarification. Keep copies of all submissions and stamped received copies.
Step 5 — Billing and Credit to Your Account
- Approved grants are credited to your school billing. Any balance or top-up (if applicable) can be settled via available payment options.
Reminders
- Start early: Some programs have limited slots and strict cutoffs.
- Keep eligibility active: Maintain good academic standing and comply with school and program policies to retain aid.
- Avoid overlap conflicts: Some national grants cannot be combined; disclose all aid accurately.
- Retain proofs: Keep digital and physical copies of submissions, approvals, and receipts.
For the latest schedules and advisories, coordinate with Liceo de Davao’s Registrar and Scholarship Office during the enrollment period.