The Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) is the premier maritime school in the Philippines today. Aside from its reputation for producing some of the finest Filipino seafarers, studying at PMMA is free since it is fully sponsored by the government. Graduates also enjoy a 100% employment rate—an incredible advantage for anyone pursuing a stable and high-paying maritime career. Interesting, isn’t it? However, getting into PMMA …
The Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) successfully conducted the PNPA Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT) for the selection of the PNPA Class of 2030 on November 8–9, 2025, across 37 testing centers nationwide. A total of 24,789 applicants registered and qualified online from June 1 to October 15, 2025. Of these, 18,153 qualified applicants took the examination, joined by 3,026 walk-in examinees, bringing the total number …
The Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA) opens its doors once again to aspiring cadets through the PMMA Entrance Examination 2026. This nationwide test serves as your first step toward becoming part of the country’s elite corps of merchant marine officers. As a PMMA cadet, you’ll enjoy free tuition, board and lodging, and the rare opportunity to undergo shipboard training aboard international vessels—all while earning a …
The Department of Science and Technology through its Science Education Institute (DOST-SEI) is providing scholarships to deserving and talented young people who wish to pursue lifetime careers in Science and Technology through its undergraduate scholarship programs. To qualify for this scholarship program, you must pass the DOST-SEI Undergraduate Scholarship Examination. It is a highly competitive science and technology examination administered annually to incoming college freshmen …
If you plan to pursue a career as a commissioned officer in the police, jail or fire service, you may consider applying to the PNPA. But before becoming a part of the Cadet Corps of the PNPA, you need to pass the PNPACAT first. The PNPA Cadet Admission Test (PNPACAT) or popularly known as the PNPA Entrance Exam is the pre-qualifying test given to aspiring …
Do you want to earn a college degree but don’t have enough funds to make it happen? You’re not alone. Many students face the same challenge, but there are ways to overcome it. The government offers several scholarship programs for students who are capable and determined but lack financial means. One of the most recognized among these is the DOST-SEI Science and Technology Undergraduate Scholarship …