SM Foundation, the corporate social good arm of the SM group, has awarded scholarship grants to more than 300 college freshmen for SY 2022-2023 last 27 August 27.
The said event was broadcasted live via SMFI’s Facebook page: @SMFoundationInc
Of the more than 300 new SM scholars, 40% were from the National Capital Region and 60% were from the provinces across the country. This made the total current number of SM college scholars to more than 1,300.
Under the flagship program of SM Foundation, scholars enjoy full tuition and miscellaneous fees subsidy. They also receive monthly stipend and are exposed to various enrichment activities and job opportunities at SM malls during their semestral or Christmas breaks. After graduating, they also have a chance to land their dream jobs in companies within SM.
The program covers the following field of studies: Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, and Electronics), Education (Elementary and Secondary); Accountancy, and Financial Management, among others.
SMFI, through its Scholarship program, provides deserving and qualified students with access to college education and technical-vocational studies since 1993. To date, SMFI has produced more than 8,000 scholar-graduates.