Study in Philippines 🇵🇭
50 Universities
1,000 Programs
$2k–$5k/yr Tuition
Philippines is home to 50 universities offering 1,000 programs to international students. Tuition ranges from $2k–$5k/yr — some of the most affordable in the world. The primary language of instruction is Filipino/English, with many programs available fully in English.
Top Student Cities in Philippines
Bacnotan
1 university
Bacolod
1 university
Baguio City
3 universities
Batac City
1 university
Baybay City
1 university
Bayombong
1 university
Cabanatuan City
1 university
Cagayan de Oro
1 university
Cebu City
2 universities
Cotabato City
1 university
Davao City
3 universities
Iloilo City
3 universities
Kabacan
1 university
Kalibo
1 university
La Trinidad
1 university
Las Piñas
1 university
Legazpi City
1 university
Mandaluyong
1 university
Manila
12 universities
Marawi City
2 universities
Naval
1 university
Puerto Princesa
1 university
Quezon City
2 universities
Roxas City
1 university
Science City of Muñoz
1 university
Sorsogon City
1 university
Tacloban City
1 university
Tarlac City
1 university
Vigan City
1 university
Zamboanga City
1 university
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Ateneo de Manila University
Quezon City, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Private Non-Profit $3k - $7k/yr 
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University of the Philippines Diliman
Quezon City, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Public $2k - $5k/yr
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De La Salle University
Manila, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Private Non-Profit $3.5k - $8k/yr 
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University of Santo Tomas
Manila, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Private $2.5k - $6k/yr
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Saint Louis University
Baguio City, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Private $1.4k - $3.4k/yr U
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University of San Carlos
Cebu City, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Private $1.5k - $3.5k/yr 
#5 University of the Cordilleras
Baguio City, 🇵🇭 Philippines
$1.1k - $2.8k/yr 
#7 Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Manila, 🇵🇭 Philippines
$500 - $1.5k/yr
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Cebu Technological University
Cebu City, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Public $750 - $1.8k/yr
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Mindanao State University - Main Campus
Marawi City, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Public $600 - $1.6k/yr 
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Mapúa University
Manila, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Private $2k - $4k/yr 
#9 Mindanao State University - Marawi
Marawi City, 🇵🇭 Philippines
$800 - $2k/yr
#10 Visayas State University
Baybay City, 🇵🇭 Philippines
$1k - $2.5k/yr 
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Far Eastern University
Manila, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Private $1.5k - $3.5k/yr 
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Lyceum of the Philippines University
Manila, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Private $1.2k - $3k/yr
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Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan
Cagayan de Oro, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Private Non-Profit $1.3k - $3.2k/yr
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Central Philippine University
Iloilo City, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Private Non-Profit $1k - $2.5k/yr 
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Adamson University
Manila, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Private $1.8k - $4k/yr
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University of Southern Mindanao
Kabacan, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Public $700 - $1.7k/yr 
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West Visayas State University
Iloilo City, 🇵🇭 Philippines
Public $650 - $1.6k/yr Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to study in Philippines?
Tuition in Philippines ranges from $2k–$5k/yr. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) average $4,000.
How many universities are in Philippines?
Abroadly lists 50 universities across 30 cities in Philippines, offering 1,000 programs at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Do I need to speak Filipino/English to study in Philippines?
While Filipino/English is the official language of Philippines, many universities offer fully English-taught programs — especially at Master's level. Some universities also offer free or subsidized language courses for international students.
What are the most popular subjects to study in Philippines?
The most popular fields for international students in Philippines include: Education, Business Administration, Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science. Philippines is particularly renowned for its programs in Education and Business Administration.
