OWWA Scholarship Programs 2026 – ODSP and EDSP for OFW Dependents (How to Apply)
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) is encouraging qualified children and siblings of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) to take advantage of its scholarship programs, which provide financial assistance to help beneficiaries complete their college education.
Are you a child or sibling of an active OWWA member-OFW looking for a scholarship? OWWA offers two major scholarship programs that could help you finish your degree – here’s everything you need to know.
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What are the OWWA Scholarship Programs?
OWWA offers two major scholarship programs for qualified dependents of active OWWA members:
OFW Dependent Scholarship Program (ODSP)
The ODSP provides educational assistance of P20,000 per school year (P10,000 per semester) to qualified dependents of active OWWA member-OFWs.
Education for Development Scholarship Program (EDSP)
The EDSP grants P60,000 per school year (P30,000 per semester) to qualified Grade 12 graduates who pass the qualifying examination administered by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST).
Only a limited number of scholars are admitted each year in Palawan alone, two scholars successfully passed the EDSP qualifying examination and are currently receiving scholarship benefits.
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Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the OWWA scholarship programs, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be single;
- Must be a child or sibling of an active OWWA member-OFW;
- The OFW parent or sibling must have an active OWWA membership before the applicant applies;
- For EDSP, applicants must be Grade 12 graduates who pass the DOST qualifying examination.
Note: Once a scholar is accepted into the program, the educational assistance continues until graduation even if the OFW parent is no longer working overseas.
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Important Reminders for OFWs
- Newly deployed OFWs automatically become OWWA members during processing through the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW)
- OWWA membership is valid for two years or for the duration of the employment contract
- Membership must be renewed after expiration to continue availing of OWWA programs and services
- Scholarship slots are limited each year, so applicants are encouraged to prepare requirements and ensure their OWWA membership is active before the application period opens
How to Apply for the OWWA Scholarship?
Interested applicants must monitor the opening of the online scholarship application period through the official OWWA website, where the application link will be posted. Since slots are limited, applicants are encouraged to prepare all required documents in advance.
For more information and updates, visit the official OWWA website at scholarship.owwa.gov.ph or follow their OWWA Facebook page.
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