Quick Summary
University of the Philippines is a public research university founded in 1908, located in Quezon City, Philippines. Ranked #336 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 54291 students including 50% from outside Philippines. Known for strengths in English Language and Literature, Modern Languages, Agriculture and Forestry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the premier national university of the Philippines, offering world-class education at near-zero cost for citizens and producing the country's most influential leaders.
Subject Strengths
English Language and LiteratureModern LanguagesAgriculture and ForestrySocial Sciences and ManagementMedicineDevelopment Studies
Founded1908
TypePublic Research University
Total Students54291
Intl Students50%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusSuburban/Urban
Campus Size493 hectares (Diliman Campus)
Affiliated HospitalsPhilippine General Hospital (PGH)
AccreditationCommission on Higher Education (CHED) - Centers of Excellence
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#336
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201–1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Comprehensive (Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, Professional)
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Marine Science Institute,National Institute of Physics,Philippine Genome Center,National Institutes of Health
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Commission on Higher Education (CHED) - Centers of Excellence
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPAHigh School Grade 85%+
GRENot required for most programs; required for specific Graduate School departments
GMATRequired for some MBA programs
SAT1200
ACT26
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · April (for August Intake)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October (for January Intake)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus heavily on the UPCAT (University of the Philippines College Admission Test) and maintain high grades from 9th to 11th grade. International applicants should check Foreign Student requirements specifically.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Philippine Peso
Living Cost
₱225,000/yr
per year · PHP
PG Tuition
₱85,000/yr
per year · PHP
Application Fee
$20
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₱310,450/yr
tuition + living + essentials · PHP
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Comprehensive (Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, Professional) programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Social Sciences | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,500
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Philippine government agencies and top-tier corporations
Industry Connections
San Miguel CorporationAyala CorporationDepartment of Science and Technology (DOST)Google Philippines
Notable Alumni
Ferdinand Marcos,Maria Ressa,Jose P. Laurel,Salvador Laurel,Lea Salonga
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
UP Diliman Gym,Olympic-size Swimming Pool,Football Field,Track and Field Stadium
Student Clubs
UP Repertory Company,UP Singing Ambassadors,UP Mountaineers,UP Debate Society
Library Resources
Main Library (Gonzalez Hall) containing over 1 million volumes; UP Online Library Information System (ULIS)
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available