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First Gourmet Academy

What are the requirements to apply for a Bukas tuition installment plan at First Gourmet Academy?

To apply for an installment plan, you must fit the following criteria:

  • Checkmark circle outline - Icon You, your co-borrower, and additional contact person must be Filipino citizens residing in the Philippines
  • Checkmark circle outline - Icon You, your co-borrower, and additional contact person must be at least 18 years old
  • Checkmark circle outline - Icon The student must be accepted for the Diploma/International Diploma programs of First Gourmet Academy
  • Before you get started, make sure you’ve prepared all the necessary requirements.
    Do you have a valid and active mobile number?

    Account verification and important application updates will be sent to your mobile, therefore you must have a working mobile number.

    Do you have a co-borrower?

    A co-borrower is an additional borrower who can be a spouse, parent, sibling, or any family member, or even a friend, who will be equally liable for the loan. Both the borrower and co-borrower need to sign the contract, are equally responsible to pay the loan, and both will receive collection reminders.

    Having a co-borrower puts someone in a better position to manage a loan. Once your loan agreement is activated, the borrower will need to keep both individuals' information updated. (e.g. when updating mobile number, address, etc.)

    The co-borrower needs to prepare any valid ID (even school ID), one proof of residence, one proof of billing, and/or proof of source of income.

    Do you have an additional contact person?

    Your Additional Contact Person will serve as your emergency contact. They must be a resident of the Philippines and at least 18 years old. They will need to provide their contact details, such as their mobile number and email address.

    Do you have the required documents?

    As the borrower, you will need to prepare your school ID (or any valid ID), one proof of residence, and your school assessment form. Either the borrower or co-borrower, or both, will need to provide a source of income. (list of valid proof of income).

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Apply for a Bukas Installment Plan whenever you need it. Create an account, complete your profile and submit your application. Your application will be processed in 3-5 business days.

Get up to 90% Coverage

Borrowers can apply for partial or full tuition coverage for a specific program.

Pay in 12 or 15 Monthly Installments

After you confirm your Bukas installment plan, your tuition payment will be deposited directly to your school within 1-2 business days. Your first monthly installment will be due 30 days after disbursement. You can pay for your monthly dues online or over-the-counter at partner banks and non-bank payment centers nationwide.

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How much is the interest rate for the tuition installment plans at First Gourmet Academy?

Tuition plans for First Gourmet Academy start at 1.98% interest per month with a one-time service fee starting at 5%. You can also choose either Bukas' 10% or 25% down payment option. Check out our calculator to see your monthly plan.

Getting ready for your first tuition installment plan (student loan).
How much do you need? (Principal)

Before getting a plan, find out how much you need first (this is called your plan’s “Principal” amount). Bukas can cover up to 90% of your total program fees.

How much will you pay back? (Interest and origination fee)

Now that you know what you need, you can now see how much you will have to repay. This will be bigger than what you asked for due to interest rates and the service fee (origination fee) charged to your plan.

When or how do you start with your repayments? (Repayment)

Your first monthly installment will be due 30 days after the disbursement of your tuition. You can pay for your monthly dues online or over-the-counter at partner banks and non-bank payment centers nationwide.

We’re here to turn your dreams into reality!

Our tuition installment plans are designed to be flexible and affordable. Get started today to join thousands of students using Bukas.

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What are the requirements?

You need to be a Filipino citizen, at least 18 years old and enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at one of our partner schools.

How can I pay for my monthly dues?

You can pay online or over-the-counter at major banks (BPI, BDO, UnionBank, RCBC, etc.) and non-bank partners (Gcash, 7-Eleven, Cebuana Lhuillier, M Lhuillier, Bayad Center, etc.) nationwide.

How long does it take to get my application approved?

It takes 3 to 5 business days to get your application approved. Make sure you provide all necessary information to avoid any delays.

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