ERDT Scholarship for Graduate Studies

The Engineering Research and Development for Technology (ERDT) is a collaboration among eight top universities in the Philippines, including Mapúa University. This consortium offers graduate programs in various engineering disciplines, with scholarships aimed at enhancing research, developing the skills of engineers, and promoting a strong culture of research and development in the country.

Here is the list of programs covered by the ERDT scholarship:

Master of Science programs

• Biological Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering by Research
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Materials Science and Engineering by Research

Doctor of Philosophy programs

• Chemical Engineering
• Electronics and Communications Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Materials Science and Engineering
• Computer Engineering

Joint Programs (Bachelor of Science to Master of Science)

• Chemical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics and Communications Engineering
• Environmental Engineering

The duration of the ERDT Scholarship for master’s programs and doctorate programs are 2 and 3 years, respectively, while lateral entry’s (MS and PhD) will be determined based on the units already acquired.

Know more about the ERDT scholarship for graduate students here!

Entitlements and Grants

Qualifications

1. Must be a Filipino Citizen
2. Must not be over 50 years of age at the time of application
3. Must have a BS degree in Engineering or a related field (for MS applicants)
4. Must have an MS degree in engineering or a related field (for PhD applicants)
5. Must be in good health as attested by a medical certificate
6. Must not have criminal/administrative cases
7. Must be enrolled as a full-time graduate student
8. Must not have other scholarship contracts that will interfere with the terms and conditions of the ERDT Scholarship Agreement
9. Must be willing to render the required service obligation equivalent to the length of time that the scholar enjoyed the scholarship – One year of service for every year of scholarship or a fraction thereof
10. Must have a full-time commitment to the scholarship and must not be engaged in any form of employment during the scholarship.

The successful applicant must:

1. Officially enroll as a full-time graduate student;
2. Not avail or enjoy other scholarships;
3. Be willing to render the required service obligation equivalent to the length of time that the scholar enjoyed the scholarship-one year of service for every year of scholarship or a fraction thereof; and
4. Must have a full-time commitment to the scholarship and must not engage in any form of employment during the period when the scholarship is awarded.

Requirements

1. Fully Accomplished ERDT Scholarship Application form
2. Narrative essays (see page 4 of the Application Form or download this form for reference)
3. Recommendation letter from 3 past professors/supervisors
4. Certified True Copy of Grades (TCG)/Transcript of Records (TOR)
5. Birth Certificate (photocopy)
6. Medical Certificate stating that the applicant is physically and mentally fit to study from a licensed physician with his/her PRC license number indicated
7. Valid NBI Clearance
8. Acceptance Letter/Notice of Admission from the Graduate School
9. Approved Program of Study

Additional requirements for lateral applicants:

• number of graduate units required in the program
• number of graduate units already earned with corresponding grades

If employed:

1. Permission to take a Leave of Absence (LOA) while on scholarship or Proof of resignation or termination of contract
2. Certificate of No Pending Administrative Case

Deadline of Submission
1st Term: May 15, 2025
3rd Term: November 15, 2026 (A.Y. 2026–2027)