AIJC Scholarship for Master of Arts in Journalism, Master of Arts in Communication, and
Master in Communication, Major in Public Relations and Corporate Communication
Call for Scholarship Applications from Learning Partners of the
AIJC Professional Development Program
The Asian Institute of Journalism and Communication (AIJC) is pleased to announce the opening of applications for four scholarship grants, covering all three graduate school programs: Master of Arts in Journalism, Master of Arts in Communication, and Master in Communication, Major in Public Relations and Corporate Communication. This is offered to learning partners of the AIJC Professional Development Program (PDP).
This scholarship initiative forms part of AIJC’s continuing engagement with learning partners of the Professional Development Program (PDP) and is offered in recognition of our shared commitment to strengthening institutional communication capacities. Building on AIJC’s collaboration with your institution through capacity building activities, the program is extended as a gesture of goodwill and sustained partnership. It seeks to support qualified professionals in further developing their competencies in communication, public information, and related fields—grounded in ethical practice, public accountability, and integrity. These values are essential to effective public service, information stewardship, and stakeholder engagement in an increasingly evolving communication environment.
Scholarship Coverage and Mechanics
This year, a 20% discount is offered to four employees per company. Scholarship recipients will enjoy discounted tuition fees along with access to research resources, academic mentoring, and opportunities for collaborative projects.
* 20% Scholarship: Provides a 20% discount on tuition fees
The four selected scholars will also be involved in the marketing and research initiatives of the Institute. Grantees must therefore allocate time to work with AIJC in research projects and institutional marketing efforts, including content creation, event support, and strategic communication initiatives.
The grantees must maintain good academic standing throughout the program, with an average grade not lower than 1.50 per trimester.
Eligibility
The applicant must meet the following criteria:
1. Be a current employee holding a regular, contractual, or permanent position in any of the following AIJC PDP client institutions: Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC), Board of Investments (BOI), Social Security System (SSS), Human Settlements Adjudication Commission (HSAC), and the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (If your institution is not listed here, contact us at pdp.aijc@aijci.com or +63 2 8 743 4321 to inquire about your eligibility)2. Hold a bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, public administration, humanities, social sciences, or a related field from a CHED-recognized higher education institution
3. Have at least two years of professional experience in communication, knowledge management, research, documentation, education, or related field
4. Demonstrate a strong commitment to public service, ethical and responsible communication, and the effective management and dissemination of information in support of institutional mandates and stakeholder engagement.
The 20% scholarship will be awarded to the four most qualified applicants from AIJC PDP learning partners who demonstrate strong professional merit, active institutional engagement, and a clear commitment to strengthening their organization’s communication, research, and public information functions in support of its public service mandate.
The 20% scholarship will be awarded to the four most qualified applicants who demonstrate professional merit, institutional engagement, and a clear commitment to advancing the National Library’s mandate through effective communication, research, and public information work.
Application Requirements
Each applicant must submit the following :
1. Curriculum vitae2. Portfolio of published work: Compilation of at least 15 published news stories from 2023-2025
3. Letter of intent explaining goals for pursuing graduate studies
4. Transcript of records (bachelor’s degree)
5. Diploma (bachelor’s degree)
6. One recommendation letter from the employer and one recommendation letter from any undergraduate professor
7. Certificate of employment (or equivalent) from employer
Submission Details
The deadline for submission of scholarship application requirements is on January 19, 2026. The four selected scholars will be notified on or before January 30, 2026. They will be asked to formally register and submit the rest of the admission requirements once they receive the notification.
For inquiries, please contact Ms. Christine Ofilan, AIJC Registrar and Librarian, at christine.ofilan@aijci.com.
Applicants for admission to the AIJC Graduate School may be admitted after satisfying the following requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism or communication
- Work experience in any communication-related job
- Accomplished GS Online Application for Admission Form [Link Here] with attached documents:
- Updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- Soft/Scanned Copy of Original Transcript of Records from previous college/University
- Soft/Scanned Copy of School Diploma from previous college/University
- Two letters of recommendation from previous professors and/or employers
- Hi-Resolution 1×1 ID picture with white background
- Proof Payment for PhP1,050.00 Admissions Fee (Bank Details will be in the Link)
- 1-on-1 Admission Test and Interview [To be Scheduled]
In addition, Foreign students should present a Certificate of Eligibility and Study Permit from the Department of Education, and a copy of their Alien Certification and Registration.
Transferees may submit a true copy of their grades for assessment; relevant courses may be credited toward the AIJC program they want to pursue.
We want to make it easy yet still comprehensive and hands-on by leveraging digital tools to aid in your admission journey.
Step 1: Accomplish the GS Online Application Form and submit the required documents [Link Here]
Step 2: Once confirmed, our Admissions Officer will verify your Interview and Entrance Exam Schedule via Mobile/Email.
Step 3: Ace the 1-on-1 Live Online Test and Interview (allot 2 hours).
Step 4: When you succeed, you will receive an Acceptance Letter (which would contain the Enrollment Rates) and a Conforme which you’ll need to sign and send a copy to our admissions officer.
Step 5: Process the Tuition Fee Payment via Bank Transfer and send Proof of Payment via Mobile/Email to our admissions officer.
Step 6: Once all is done, you’ll receive the Schedule of Classes and an exclusive invitation to join the AIJC MS Teams App Group.
*Check the Enrollment Schedule Here.
