Opening of Admissions for SY 2010-2011 starts on JULY 1, 2009

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ADMISSION GUIDELINES

Academic entrance requirements vary with the status of prospective student and the program in which he or she desires to enroll. This page contains admission requirements and guidelines for:

a. Graduate Students
b. Undergraduate Students
c. Foreign Students
d. Handicapped Students

No student shall be denied admission to the University by reason of age, sex, nationality, religious belief, or a moderate physical or learning handicap. However, specific programs or courses of study may establish more rigid admission requirements due to the physical and emotional rigors of the academic program. Also, at certain periods of time, admission may be restricted to certain types of students due to space limitations only, but not because of any discriminatory policy.

Every student shall, upon admission, sign the following pledge: "In consideration of my admission to St. Paul University Manila and of the privileges of a student in this institution, I hereby promise and pledge to abide by and comply with all the rules and regulations laid down by competent authority in the University and in the college or school in which I am enrolled." Refusal to take this pledge or violation of its terms shall be sufficient cause for denial of admission or summary dismissal.

GRADUATE PROGRAM

For Local Applicants:

Accomplished Application Form with 2x2 picture

Accomplished Student Information Sheet with 2x2 picture

Transcript of Records (original and photocopy)

NSO Birth Certificate (original and photocopy)

Updated PRC License (photocopy) - if applicable

Transfer Credentials/Honorable Dismissal/Certificate of Graduation (must indicate title of degree and date of graduation)

Certificate of Good Moral Character from previous school head or current employer

Two (2) Letters of recommendation

Updated Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Personal Account of Academic and Career Objectives

Photocopy of research output and other authored publications (for PhD applicants)

Admission Test (to be administered by the Guidance and Testing Center)

Marriage Contract (if applicable)

Long Brown Envelope (2 pcs.)

For International Applicants:

Accomplished Application Form with 2x2 picture

Accomplished Student Information Sheet with 2x2 picture

Transcript of Records authenticated by the Philippine Embassy (Original and Photocopy)

Photocopy of passport information and current visa page (Original must be presented.)

Transfer Credentials/Honorable Dismissal/ Certificate of Graduation (must indicate title of degree and date of graduation)

Photocopy of National Intelligence Coordinating Agency (NICA) (Apply this at the Bureau of Immigration, 3rd Flr. Main Bldg. Valid at least six (6) months from date of issuance).

Two (2) Letters of recommendation

Updated Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Personal Account of Academic and Career Objectives

Photocopy of research output and other authored publications (for PhD applicants)

Admission Test (to be administered by the Guidance and Testing Center)

Marriage Contract (if applicable)

Long Brown Envelope (2 pcs.)

Student VISA

ACR-I Card (pending the release of students VISA and ACR-I card, submit the photocopy of the official receipt to show that the papers are already being processed. Only upon the presentation of the student VISA and ACR-I card may the students be considered officially enrolled.

Satisfactory English Test Result (results will determine whether student will need supplementary English lessons before enrollment, if no English was taken previously, student will take the English Test at St. Paul University-Manila).

ADMISSIONS PROCEDURE FOR UNDERGRADUATES

SCHOOL YEAR 2010-2011

FOR APPLICANT (Beginning Freshmen)

1. Get an Application Form from the Guidance Office or from the Information Office. Forms may also be downloaded from the St. Paul University Manila website: www.spumanila.edu.ph.

2. Fill out application form and attach one (1) 2x2 recent colored picture. Submit to the Guidance Staff. Secure the exam permit.

3. Go to the Finance Office, present exam permit, pay the testing fee of Php 450.00. Get your receipt.

4. Proceed to the Testing Room on the date and time indicated on your exam permit.

5. Present the exam permit and receipt to the proctor and take the test.

Note:

Testing is scheduled every Saturday, 8:00 A.M. – 9:30 A.M. and 01:00 P.M. – 02:30 P.M. applicants may request for special exam schedule.

The applicant will be notified about the results of the exam during the interview with the Counselor/Psychometrist.

If accepted, the applicant will receive a Permit to Enrol (Yellow Form) and the list of documents to be submitted on or before enrolment.

**INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS are referred to the COORDINATOR FOR INT’L. STUDENTS

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED PRIOR TO ENROLMENT
FRESHMEN	TRANSFEREES	FOREIGN or INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
- Permit to Enroll (Yellow Form) from the Guidance Office - High School Card (original and photocopy) - Authenticated Copy of Birth Certificate from the NSO - Copy of Marriage Certificate (for married students)	- Permit to Enroll (Yellow Form) From the Dean or Program Chair - Transcript of Records or copy of Grades from school last attended. - Course description of subjects taken from school last attended. - Certificate of ELIGIBILITY TO TRANSFER from school last attended. * Foreign students transferring from another Phil. University must have completed a year of studies in the first school attended.	- For Freshmen, authenticated High School Card (original, with official English Translation) - Photocopy of Passport - Birth Certificate - Personal History Statement - Police Clearance from Country of Origin - Affidavit/proof of financial support - English proficiency passing score (TOEFL, IELTS/TOIEC or SPUM-EPT) - STUDENT VISA and ACR-I card * See COORDINATOR for INT’L. STUDENTS or download other requirements from website: www.spumanila.edu.ph or www.immigration.gov.ph
2 Recommendation Forms secured from SPU Manila: Forms must be accomplished & signed by the Adviser, Counselor, Teacher, High School Principal/Dean of school last attended or respected member of community of origin,
Health Clearance (original & photocopy) to be submitted to the Health Services Office: -Certificate of Physical Fitness from Family Physician -Health Clearance issued from country of origin for International Students -Recent chest X-ray with interpretation from accredited clinic/hospital
Three (3) copies 2x2 recent colored ID photo (1 for Registrar, 2 for Health Services Office-for Medical & Dental Records)
Two (2) long brown envelopes (1 for Registrar for academic records, 1 for Health Services Office for Health Records)

6. Go to the FINANCE OFFICE and pay tuition fee (partial or full) or the reservation fee of Php 2,000.00,

which is non-refundable but deductible from the total amount of fees.

7. Go to the HEALTH SERVICES OFFICE for PHYSICAL EXAM and MEDICAL CLEARANCE.

Submit brown envelope with all the required health records. A Permit to Enrol (Yellow Form) signed by

the University Physician will be issued.

8. Go to the REGISTRAR’S OFFICE and submit all the required documents with the accomplished

Personal Information Sheet inside the brown envelope.

9. Return on the scheduled enrolment dates for official enrollment.

· Get class schedule and assessment of fees.

· Secure official student I.D.

· Buy/order school uniform, etc. from the University Bookstore.

FOR TRANSFEREES

1. Go to the Guidance Office (Rm. 117). Secure an interview slip from the staff.

2. Proceed to the Counselor/Psychometrist for initial interview. Get the list of requirements, admission policies and procedures for application.

3. Go to the respective Chairperson/Dean of the desired course of study for interview and evaluation of grades. Present interview slip together with certified true copy of grades or transcript of records with grade equivalent, course description of subjects taken and certificate of eligibility to transfer from school last attended.

4. Return to the Guidance Office and submit the interview slip noted and signed by the interviewer.

5. If accepted, follow admission procedure for Beginning Freshmen.

HANDICAPPED AND LEARNING DIFFERENT STUDENTS

St. Paul University of Manila has an inclusive policy with regards to students who can benefit from tertiary education but who have some physical or learning disability. Although the campus and its services are not designed specifically for students with special needs (e.g. no classes or instructional materials for the visually or hearing impaired), the University provides special accommodations for students who need special assistance. Examples of accommodations are:

Individual or special admissions testing, if requested and deemed necessary by the Director of Guidance Services. Individual tutoring, if deemed necessary.
De-loading of subjects per semester Individual testing or modified testing procedures (e.g. oral tests instead of written tests)
Distance education alternatives for certain subjects Replacement of physical education classes with music subjects or similar alternatives

Minimum accommodations are discussed with the Director for Guidance Services prior to the student's admission into the university so that the student and his/her parents can be informed of what may or may not be possible for the school to accommodate. All succeeding accommodations unique to the student's learning needs are ideally discussed with the student's chairperson, the VP for Academic Services, and the student's other professional support experts such as therapists, physicians, or educational psychologists. Accommodations are provided in recognition of each student's individual learning needs and are not intended to dilute the school's academic standards or the University's commitment to develop integrated and professionally competent graduates. The University believes in accommodating for differences, but does not support learned helplessness.

*BS Nursing students are not covered by this inclusive policy. Although learning different students may be accepted into the Nursing program, no special accommodations will be provided. BS Accountancy applicants may be admitted into the program despite some learning or physical handicap but no special accommodations can be provided for them.

FOREIGN NATIONALS

ELIGIBILITY: Eligible to apply as FRESHMEN are students graduated from high schools abroad who have not previously enrolled in any college.

A. The following may be accomplished BEFORE coming to the Philippines

1. Send Application Letter addressed to the Admissions Officer of St. Paul University Manila or download Application Form at SPU Manila website at http://www.spumanila.edu.ph

2. Prepare the following:

2.1 Personal History Statement duly signed with 2x2 photo. Form downloadable at www.immigration.govg.ph
2.2 Scholastic Records authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/Consulate located in the student’s country of origin or legal residence
2.3 Photo-copy of data page of passport showing photo, date & place of birth, date of issue & expiry
2.4 Birth certificate or its equivalent authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/Consulate located in the country of origin or residence.
2.5 Medical Health Certificate with life size chest X-ray and laboratory reports.
2.6 Proof of adequate financial support to cover expenses for the student’s accommodation, subsistence, school dues and other incidental expenses.
2.7 Police Clearance Certificate issued by the National Police Authorities of the student’s country of origin or legal residence authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/Consulate located in the student’s country of origin or legal residence. (For someone who has resided in the Philippines for more than 59 days, an NBI -National Bureau of Investigation clearance is also required.)
2.8 Two letters of recommendation from Principal, Adviser, Counselor or any official from school graduated (Forms available at the Admissions Office; or downloaded from http://www.spumanila.edu.ph)

3. Recommended for applicants coming from non-English speaking countries: Take English Test – TOEFL, IELTS or TOIEC. If none of the above English tests have been taken previously, the student applicant takes the English Diagnostic Test at St. Paul University Manila to determine his/her English proficiency level and need for supplementary English Lessons before enrolment).

B. Upon arrival in the Philippines

1. Go to the Admission’s Office, St. Paul University Manila, 680 Pedro Gil. St. Malate, Manila; fill out/submit Application Form, secure entrance examination slip (pay the entrance examination fee at the Finance Office).
2. Take Entrance Examination. For those coming from non-English speaking countries, present result of TOEFL, TOIEC or IELTS previously taken; if none, take the SPUM English diagnostic test (see A-2 above).
3. Upon qualification and a personal interview by the Admission Officer, submit copies of documents (A:2.1,3,4 and 8 above); get Permit to Enroll; pay the necessary reservation fee at the Finance Office, secure health clearance from the University Clinic where you submit documents A:2.5 above.
4. Return to Admissions Office for interview with the VP for Student Services, get NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE. 5. Proceed to the Registrar. Present NOA, submit copies of documents A: 1-7 above; secure LETTER OF ENDORSEMENT for the conversion of status to student, signed by the Registrar on the school’s official stationery and stamped with the school’s official dry seal. Apply for STUDENT VISA and ACR-I card (Alien Certification of Residence). (St. Paul U Manila Int’l. Student Office will assist foreign students to submit and process their papers at the Department of Foreign Affairs).

C. To apply for STUDENT VISA and ACR- I card, the following are required:

1. Two copies of accomplished Visa Application Forms with 2x2 photograph
2. Passport valid for at least six (6 months) beyond the date of stay in the Philippines
3. NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE and LETTER OF ENDORSEMENT from Philippine School/University
4. Original copies of Documents No- A: 2:1- 7 above. 5. Fees: for Visa and ACR-I card

To finally enroll at St Paul:

Note: STUDENT VISA and ACR-I card are required for enrolment. Pending their final release, submit Xerox copy of BID receipt to show that the papers are already being processed. Upon release of the two documents, present the original and submit Xerox copies to the Registrar.

Only upon presentation of the two documents may student be officially enrolled. SPUManila Fees (Tuition, Miscellaneous & other fees) are the same as those charged Filipino students which vary depending upon the course of choice). A foreign student Fee of $300 is charged upon first enrolment and $50 per semester thereafter.