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Add The Colleges PH on GoogleIncoming first-year college students who need financial support may receive a discount on tuition and miscellaneous fees through the Hawak Kamay (HK) Scholarship at PHINMA University of Pangasinan (PHINMA UPang).
Applications are now open, and the scholarship comes with no entrance exam, no maintaining grades, and validity for the full length of the program.
PHINMA UPang says the Hawak Kamay Scholarship Program provides a 50% to 75% discount on tuition and miscellaneous fees for financially challenged students.
What is the Hawak Kamay Scholarship?
The Hawak Kamay (HK) Scholarship is a financial assistance program offered across the PHINMA Education network of schools for incoming college freshmen from low-income families. At PHINMA UPang, with campuses in Dagupan City and Urdaneta City, Pangasinan, it is one of several scholarships the university offers alongside academic, dean’s list, sibling, and employee-dependent scholarships.
Hawak Kamay Scholarship Benefits
According to the announcement, HK scholars enjoy the following:
- A discount on tuition and miscellaneous fees.
- No entrance exam.
- No maintaining grades.
- Scholarship validity of 4 to 5 years.
- Open to all courses.
The university’s scholarship page lists the discount at 50% to 75% of tuition and miscellaneous fees. The exact discount granted to each scholar is determined by the school, so applicants should confirm their slot’s discount with the university.
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Who Can Apply
- Incoming first-year college students.
- Students who need financial support to pursue college.
- Applicants enrolling at PHINMA University of Pangasinan, in any course.
PHINMA Education generally grants HK Scholarships to incoming freshmen from low-income families. The announcement does not list a specific income ceiling, so applicants should check the university’s guidelines for any additional criteria.
Hawak Kamay Scholarship Requirements
The announcement states that applicants complete an online application form. PHINMA UPang does not publish a full document list in the announcement, so applicants should expect the school to advise on any supporting documents after submitting the form.
For enrollment, PHINMA UPang’s admission page lists these standard requirements for incoming freshmen, with an HK Certificate also required for awarded HK scholars:
- PSA Birth Certificate
- High School or Senior High School Report Card (Form 138)
- Form 137 (may follow)
- HK Certificate (for awarded HK scholars)
How to Apply for the Hawak Kamay Scholarship
- Open the official HK Scholarship application form: https://du1n5.share.hsforms.com/2aDEwsA8BStGVADKVFX7kgw
- Fill out the form completely and submit it.
- Wait for PHINMA UPang to contact you about the status of your application and next steps.
PHINMA schools have indicated that HK applications are free and can be made in person or online. For help, you may also reach out directly to PHINMA UPang at its Dagupan City campus (Arellano Street) or Urdaneta City campus (McArthur Highway).
Important: The announcement does not state an application deadline, and slots may be limited. Apply as early as possible and use only the official PHINMA UPang application link and channels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Hawak Kamay Scholarship?
Incoming first-year college students who need financial support to study at PHINMA University of Pangasinan.
How much is the Hawak Kamay Scholarship discount?
PHINMA UPang states a 50% to 75% discount on tuition and miscellaneous fees for financially challenged students. Confirm your exact discount with the university.
Is there an entrance exam for the HK Scholarship?
No. The announcement says there is no entrance exam.
Do I need to maintain grades to keep the scholarship?
No. The announcement says there is no grade requirement to maintain the scholarship.
How long is the scholarship valid?
It is valid for 4 to 5 years, depending on your program.
Is the HK Scholarship open to all courses?
Yes, according to the announcement, it is open to all courses at PHINMA UPang.
Source: PHINMA University of Pangasinan
