Question & AnswerQ&A (DOST ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 005)
The purpose is to establish a uniform rate of monthly stipend for DOST scholars across all DOST agencies/offices implementing scholarship programs.
The rates took effect starting June 2009.
The stipend rate for Master's full-time scholars is 15,000 pesos per month.
The rate is 7,500 pesos per month for Master's part-time scholars.
The monthly stipend for Doctorate full-time scholars is 23,000 pesos.
Doctorate part-time scholars receive 12,500 pesos per month.
The stipend rates are subject to the usual accounting rules and regulations.
Secretary Estrella F. Alabastro approved the order.
Yes, it applies to all DOST agencies and offices implementing DOST scholarship programs.
The order covers Master's and Doctorate scholars, both full-time and part-time.