A total of 4,259 incoming freshmen have qualified for the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) undergraduate scholarships.
DOST scholars are entitled to tuition and other school fees, monthly stipend, book and transportation allowances and group accident insurance.
The government’s Science Scholarship program started in 1958 upon the creation of the National Science Development Board (NSDB), the precursor of DOST. Starting with only 10 awardees, the scholarship has increased yearly until the enactment of RA 7687. (DOST)