University of the Philippines
University of the Philippines (UP)
The Philippines' premier university, established in 1908 by the American colonial government. As a national public research university system spanning 8 campuses, it is renowned across Southeast Asia for its programs in medicine, law, engineering, and natural sciences. Ranked 402 globally by QS, it holds the top position in the Philippines and is known as the "Harvard of the Philippines."
Basic Information
Application Time
First Semester: 2026.2-4; Second Semester: 2026.10
Tuition Fees
Approximately 15,000-31,000 per year
Mainland students
Approximately 50–80 Chinese international students per year
Gaokao Requirements
High school diploma + transcripts, via UPCAT or SAT/ACT
Popular Majors
Why Choose Us
Highly recognized academic credentials
Officially recognized by China's Ministry of Education and certified by the China Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE), ensuring worry-free employment upon return to China.
English-only environment
Official language is English, providing an authentic English learning environment.
Excellent value for money
Tuition is only 1/5-1/6 of that in Europe and the US, with manageable living costs.
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