The Commission on Higher Education’s (CHED) Tertiary Education Subsidy (TES) program faces criticism for excluding over 500,000 poor students from college aid.
The Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) highlighted a sharp decline in subsidy support for the poorest beneficiaries, calling for urgent amendments to Republic Act 10931.
They also raised concerns over the drastic reduction of TES subsidies, which may increase college dropout rates.
EDCOM 2 urged CHED to prioritize the poorest students and collaborate with other agencies to improve access for 4Ps graduates.
Lawmakers have filed bills to amend the TES program to guarantee slots for poor students who finish high school, aiming to expand opportunities for higher education access.
Source: PhilNews24 | September 4, 2025
CHED’S TES PROGRAM CRITICIZED FOR EXCLUDING OVER 500,000 POOR STUDENTS
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