The Philippine High School for the Arts (PHSA) is now accepting applications for full special secondary education scholarship for school year 2011-2012 via the 2011 Annual Nationwide Search for Young Arts Scholars. {{more}}
The yearly search aims to ensure a continuing source of artists of excellence and leaders in the conservation and promotion of the Filipino artistic and cultural traditions.
PHSA accepts graduating Grade VI and VII pupils from both private and public schools who are talented in dance (ballet and folk), music (voice and instrument), theater arts, creative writing, and visual arts.
The scholars are awarded free tuition, board and lodging, a monthly stipend, and the chance to represent the country and the school in local and international festivals, competitions, and exchange study programs with partner institutions and countries.
All applicants for scholarship from Region 7 are advised to proceed to the designated PHSA Regional Test & Audition Center on Wednesday, Nov. 17 at the Dumaguete City High School in Calindagan for auditions and psycho-educational examination. Registration begins at 8am, while screening is from 9am to 4pm only. (PHSA PR)