PhilSA AD ASTRA Scholarships 2025

For the 2025 Fall Intake, the Advanced Degrees for Accelerating Strategic Space R&D and Applications (AD ASTRA) Scholarships Program is open to prospective students, according to the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA). Filipino nationals seeking graduate degrees in Space Science, Technology, and Applications (SSTA) and allied fields are supported by this esteemed award.

Scholarship Benefits

With the generous support of the AD ASTRA Scholarships, scholars can concentrate on their studies and research without worrying about money. Advantages consist of:

1. Tuition and Fees: Full coverage of tuition and related school fees.
2. Monthly Stipend:
   • Local: Php 27,500 for Master’s students, Php 36,000 for Doctoral students.
   • Foreign: Adjusted according to the actual cost of living in the country of study, including health insurance.
3. Book Allowance: Php 22,000 annually to support academic materials.
4. Technological Support:
   • Provision of a laptop (up to Php 50,000).
   • Monthly internet allowance of Php 1,000.
5. Round-trip Transportation: Economy-class airfare reimbursement for both the start and end of the scholarship period.
6. Pre-departure and Relocation Allowances: Coverage for passport, visa, and relocation expenses for international scholars.
7. Disability Support: Tailored accommodations for scholars with disabilities to ensure equal access to opportunities.
8. Research and Dissemination Grants: help for speaking at academic conferences and funding for research above the usual allotment.
9. Mentorship and Networking Opportunities: access to the PhilSA Scholars Group community and mentoring from seasoned mentors, which promote development and cooperation.

Degree Levels Supported

The program caters to:

• Master’s degrees.
• Doctoral degrees.
• Sandwich programs (stand-alone).

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• For Master’s or Doctoral programs, you must be a Filipino citizen under 45, and for Sandwich programs, you must be under 50.
• own an appropriate master’s or bachelor’s degree.
• Be morally upright and in good health (two references required).
• possess no outstanding criminal or administrative cases.
• Get accepted into a Higher Educational Institution (HEI) approved by CHED or successfully complete the internal scholarship application process for government workers.
• Provide a research or thesis proposal that is in line with the Key Development Areas identified by PhilSA.

Fields of Study

For disciplines that are essential to furthering space research and applications, the AD ASTRA Scholarships are offered. These consist of:

1. Space Data Applications:
   • Remote sensing
   • Geospatial technologies
2. Spacecraft Systems and Engineering:
   • Robotics
   • Satellite development
3. Space Law, Policy, and Economics
4. Multidisciplinary Studies:
   • Astrophysics
   • Planetary science
   • Space medicine

How to Apply

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Conclusion:

Filipino students who are enthusiastic about Space Science, Technology, and Applications (SSTA) have a great opportunity thanks to the AD ASTRA Scholarships. This program prepares the next generation of space research and development professionals with extensive financial support, including research grants, stipends, tuition reimbursement, and mentoring. In order to further space research and technology, the scholarship encourages students to continue graduate courses in vital space-related subjects.

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