SDG 1: No Poverty

End poverty in all its forms everywhere

MCU is committed to breaking the cycle of poverty through implementing outreach programs and various scholarship opportunities that uplift marginalized sectors. Supported by different student organizations across colleges such as MCU ACCORD, MCU-CAS Kabahagi, and MCU-CON Nightingale, the university reaches communities to provide assistance, promote inclusion, and foster sustainable growth.

MCU on No Poverty

I. University Anti-poverty Programmes

Student Financial Assistance Programs

The University delivered its highest level of scholarship and financial aid support in AY 2024–2025, with total University-funded assistance reaching ₱5,966,291.73—a 45.6% increase from AY 2023–2024 and an 83.2% increase from AY 2022–2023.

A total of 289 scholars were supported in the First Semester and 220 scholars in the Second Semester, with the largest number of beneficiaries coming from the College of Nursing, College of Optometry, and CAS–Psychology.

The University, in partnership with CHED, facilitated several national financial assistance programs that supported low-income and marginalized students, particularly those enrolled in health sciences and technology-oriented programs.

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Scholarship and Grants

Scholarship Portal

Redesigned and integrated into the Student Portal, this feature streamlines scholarship applications (sibling discounts, loyalty programs, alumni grants). It provides transparency through an interface displaying discount rates, stipends, application status, and direct apply/view buttons, ensuring faster processing and greater accessibility.

Scholarship and Financial Aid Officer

MCU has a Scholarship and Financial Aid Officer who is responsible for managing and identifying scholarship opportunities for students in need, particularly those belonging to low and lower-middle income groups, as well as foreign students from low-income countries. The officer also provides support to scholars throughout their academic journey until graduation.

You may contact Mr. Sydney Ivan M. Alba at smalba@mcu.edu.ph

Purple Achievers Day returned on May 17, 2025, welcoming honor students and high-performing applicants from partner schools, with exclusive scholarship offerings for MCU’s new academic programs.

In celebration of MCU’s 120th founding anniversary, the event offered up to 100% scholarships for new program offerings: Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management, Tourism Management, Entrepreneurship, Entertainment & Multimedia Computing with Specialization in Digital Animation Technology, Radiologic Technology, and Bachelor of Arts in Communication.

LC Foundation Inc. Financial Assistance

The University also strengthened external partnerships, supporting 61 CHED scholars and 82 beneficiaries from private foundations. Through the Centralino Financial Assistance Program (CFAP), an additional ₱1,178,897.98 in short-term tuition support was extended to 34 students, ensuring continued enrollment for learners experiencing temporary financial difficulties.

LC Foundation Inc. Financial Assistance

This collaboration with the LC Foundation Inc. extended financial assistance to 24 deserving Centralinos scholars across a variety of programs.

The initial focus of the partnership is the establishment of scholarship opportunities for students, aimed at supporting access to quality education and helping deserving Centralinos pursue their academic goals.

AMY Foundation Financial Assistance

Mushroom Foundation

Mushroom Foundation's financial support, now extended to the four students from the College of Dentistry. Their generosity makes a significant contribution to the academic advancement of these scholars.

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