STEP 1 Completely accomplish the online application form. Once done, you will be provided with your log-in credentials to access the MPASS Applicant Portal and continue with your application.

STEP 2 Pay for the Mapúa Program Placement Assessment (MPASS). Upon confirmation of payment, you may now proceed in choosing a schedule for your MPASS.

STEP 3 Take the MPASS through Cardinal EDGE. Log in to the Applicant Portal after finishing the MPASS to know the results.

STEP 4 Pay for the reservation of slot for enrollment.
Log in to Applicant Portal, choose your preferred program/strand, and pay the non-refundable and non-transferable reservation fee of Php 5,000.

Note: For those who will not pay the reservation fee, choose your preferred program/strand then click “Continue to Enrollment”.

STEP 5 Once enrollment is open, view the enrollment requirements, schedule of classes, and fees in your Applicant Portal. Complete the enrollment process by paying the initial payment. Welcome to Mapúa University!

1. Completely filled-out Application form. You may click here to apply online
2. Current school identification card (ID)
3. Application fee (if applicable)

The following additional requirements will be presented after filing an online application and upon enrollment:

Additional requirements for previously graduated applicants (graduation year is prior to the current school year) for submission electronically after filing of online application:

For applicants from schools in the Philippines or schools abroad under DepEd and did not enroll in any college/university after graduation:

1. Original and photocopy of Grade 12 Report Card
2. Certification from the high school principal regarding the student’s F137-A.
   Contents of the certification are as follows:
   • The student’s Form 137-A is still in the school file
   • The student’s F137-A has not been forwarded to another college/university

Additional requirements for foreign nationals for submission electronically after filing of online application:

1. Scholastic Records, duly authenticated by the Philippine Foreign Service Post located in the student applicant’s country of origin or legal residence. If the country or territory of origin is already a member of the Apostille Convention, authentication of the Philippine Foreign Service is no longer necessary. Click here for the list of countries included in the Apostille convention.
2. Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) or Special Study Permit (SSP)
3. Photocopy of applicant’s passport bio-page, latest admission, and authorized to stay.
4. If the applicant is not a native speaker of English, he has to submit his TOEFL/IELTS exam results with the following cut-off scores:

   TOEFL: Internet-based test, score at least 75
   Paper and pencil-based test, score at least 500
   Computer-based test, score at least 173

   IELTS: Overall band of 6.0, no single test score below 5.5

   Note: If the applicant has not taken either TOEFL or IELTS upon application, he/she must pass the Mapúa English Language Test (MELT) to be given by the English Language Center (ELC).

Additional requirements for graduates of Non-Formal Education Accreditation and Equivalency or graduates of Alternative Learning System Accreditation and Equivalency for submission electronically after filing of online application:

1. Certificate of Rating (with passing marks in all subjects)
2. Learner’s Permanent Record (AF-5) with eligibility to college

Additional requirements for graduates of Associate Degree Programs for submission electronically after filing of online application:

1. Transcript of Records
2. No failing grade
3. Weighted average of at least 2.00 or its equivalent, excluding Religion, PE, and NSTP
4. Honorable Dismissal/Certificate of Transfer Credential
5. Photocopy of Philippine Statistics Authority paper
6. Photocopy of the Certificate of Good Moral Character
7. Certified true copy of F137-A

Additional requirements for applicants coming from schools abroad (except for Filipino schools under DepEd) for submission electronically after filing of online application:

1. Scholastic Records, duly authenticated by the Philippine Foreign Service Post located in the student applicant’s country of origin or legal residence. If the country or territory of origin is already a member of the Apostille Convention, authentication of the Philippine Foreign Service is no longer necessary. Click here for the list of countries included in the Apostille convention.
2. Certificate of completion of secondary education (senior high school/Grade 12 or its equivalent)
3. Certificate of Good Moral Character or Recommendation from the School Guidance Counselor or Principal
4. For Filipino applicants:
   • Birth certificate printed on Philippine Statistics Authority paper
   • Original and photocopy of Filipino passport
5. For foreign nationals:
   • Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) or Special Study Permit (SSP)
   • Original and photocopy of data page of the applicant’s passport showing date and place of birth, and birth certificate or its equivalent duly authenticated by the Philippine Foreign Service Post.
   • Five (5) copies of the Student’s Personal History (PHS) duly signed by the applicant, both in English, and in his/her national alphabet accompanied by his/her personal seal, if any, and containing, among others, his left and right thumbprints and a 2x2 inch photograph on plain white background taken not more than six months prior to submission of his/her documents.
   • A notarized affidavit of support including bank statements or notarized notice of grant for institutional scholars to cover expenses for the student’s accommodation and subsistence, as well as school dues and other incidental expenses.

During this time of the pandemic, Mapúa is addressing the obstacles in obtaining a Mapúa education. For the Academic Year 2023-2024, admission to Mapúa University will be done through the Mapúa Program Placement Assessment (MPASS) in place of the Mapúa Scholastic Aptitude Exam (MSAE).

MPASS is the University’s standardized assessment tool that measures the student’s cognitive and academic development. MPASS is administered to identify the suitable college program opportunities based on assessment results.

In MPASS, all applicants are given the opportunity to enroll in Mapúa.

General Guidelines

1. The MPASS will be administered online.
2. In filling out the online form, college applicants will be surveyed for their top three (3) programs of interest. These are the programs that the applicant prefers to be admitted to.
3. The admission fee for A.Y. 2023-2024 is discounted at P300.00 per application.

Reservation is ongoing. To reserve your slot, just log in to the Applicant Portal, select your preferred mode of payment, and settle the non-refundable reservation fee of P5,000 through any of the available payment channels. Log in to the Applicant Portal and click the logo of your preferred payment channel. The reference number found in Applicant Portal will serve as the Account Number when paying the reservation fee.

For any queries or clarifications, please call the Admissions Office (+63) 82475000 local 5100-5102.

Mapúa University’s fully online enrollment system integrates all the activities involved in the entire enrollment process, streamlining and digitalizing admission. It aims to provide incoming Grade 11 and college freshmen students a fast and efficient way of processing their admission to the University with these easy steps:

Step 1: Log in to Applicant Portal.

Step 2: Select program or strand.

The enrollee must be qualified to enroll in the chosen program or strand. If the preferred program is not included in the list of program selections, please contact the Admissions Office at [email protected] for assistance.

Step 3: Fill out Student Data Sheet (SDS).

All enrollees are required to submit a completely filled-out Student Data Sheet (SDS). The information provided on this form is for legitimate purposes specifically for enrolment to their preferred program or strand, and only authorized personnel are allowed to process such information as contained in the Data Privacy Policy of the University.

Step 4: Choose your schedule of classes.

Schedules are assigned on a “first come, first served” basis. The schedule of courses will be provided.

Step 5: Select payment scheme.

Choose whether to pay the matriculation fee in full or installment.

Step 6: Finalize your class schedule and payment scheme selected.

The enrollee will be provided with a Generated Schedule and Assessment (GSA). This includes the summary of fees, payment schedule, and courses to be enrolled.

Step 7: Pay the matriculation fee and other charges.

The enrollee can pay the matriculation fee and other charges in full payment or installment through the following payment channels in the Applicant Portal (except for Bank Fund Transfer and GCash):

For online bank transfer, please use the following bank account details:

• Account Name: Mapua University
• Bank Name: Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation
• Bank Address: South Harbor Branch
• Account Number: 1-289-497-125
• Account Type: Savings

After the successful transfer of funds through bank transfer or GCash, take a screenshot of the payment confirmation and email it to the Treasury Department at [email protected] and Admissions Department at [email protected] along with this form: https://forms.gle/DmHmitxxVUyiGr247

Please take note of the following process time per payment channel:
Paymaya: Real time
Landbank: Real time
Bankard: Real time
RCBC Bills Payment (online and over-the-counter): Within two (2) business days
Cebuana: Within two (2) business days
GCash: Within two (2) business days

Step 8: An e-mail confirmation will be received.

As a final step in the online enrollment process, the enrollee must check their e-mail for enrollment confirmation. They will receive a message that indicates their official student number and the activation link for their MyMapua account to view/print their Electronic Certificate of Matriculation (eCM).

Step 9: Important Dates to Remember for Incoming Grade 11 and College Freshmen S.Y. 2023-2024

For regular enrollees:

1. Original Grade 12 report card (Form 138) with the applicant’s eligibility for admission to college duly signed by the school principal
2. Fully accomplished Student Data Sheet/Undergraduate Enrollment From
3. Original birth certificate printed on Philippine Statistics Authority paper
4. Original Certificate of Good Moral Character (dated not earlier than February of the graduation year) from the high school (with school seal)
5. 1 pc. ID picture (plain background), size 1 ½” x 1 ½”
6. One (1) long brown envelope to contain all of the above

Additional requirements for previously graduated applicants (graduation year is prior to the current school year):

For applicants from schools in the Philippines or schools abroad under DepEd and did not enroll in any college/university after graduation:

1. Original and photocopy of Grade 12 Report Card
2. Certification from the high school principal regarding the student’s F137-A.
   Contents of the certification are as follows:
   1. The student’s Form 137-A is still in the school file
   2. The student’s F137-A has not been forwarded to another college/university

Additional requirements for graduates of Non-Formal Education Accreditation and Equivalency or graduates of Alternative Learning System Accreditation and Equivalency:

1. Certificate of Rating (with passing marks in all subjects)
2. Learner’s Permanent Record (AF-5) with eligibility to college

Additional requirements for foreign nationals:

The following documents will be submitted to the Registrar’s Office upon enrollment:

1. Scholastic Records, duly authenticated by the Philippine Foreign Service Post located in the student applicant’s country of origin or legal residence. If the country or territory of origin is already a member of the Apostille Convention, authentication of the Philippine Foreign Service is no longer necessary. Click here for the list of countries included in the Apostille convention.
2. Original and photocopy of data page of the applicant’s passport showing date and place of birth
3. Birth certificate or its equivalent duly authenticated by the Philippine Foreign Service Post for incoming senior high school and college freshman.
4. Certificate of completion of junior/senior high school (for incoming senior high school and college freshman)
5. Certificate of Good Moral Character or Recommendation from the School Guidance Counselor or Principal (for incoming senior high school and college freshman)
6. If the applicant is not a native speaker of English, he has to submit his TOEFL/IELTS exam results with the following cut-off scores:
   • TOEFL:
     • Internet-based test, score at least 75
     • Paper and pencil-based test, score at least 500
     • Computer-based test, score at least 173
   • IELTS: Overall band of 6.0, no single test score below 5.5
   
   
   • Note: If the applicant has not taken either TOEFL or IELTS upon application, he/she must pass the Mapúa English Language Test (MELT) to be given by the English Language Center (ELC).
   • Note: Documents to be submitted directly to Registrars Office or via courier.

Documents required for Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) or Special Study Permit (SSP) and student visa application (once in the Philippines):

1. Original Passport
2. Five (5) copies of the Student’s Personal History (PHS) duly signed by the applicant, both in English, and in his/her national alphabet accompanied by his/her personal seal, if any, and containing, among others, his left and right thumbprints and a 2x2 inch photograph on plain white background taken not more than six months prior to submission of his/her documents. PHS to be provided by Registrars Office.
3. A notarized affidavit of support including bank statements or notarized notice of grant for institutional scholars to cover expenses for the student’s accommodation and subsistence, as well as school dues and other incidental expenses.

Additional requirements for graduates of Associate Degree Programs:

1. Transcript of Records
2. No failing grade
3. Weighted average of at least 2.00 or its equivalent, excluding Religion, PE and NSTP
4. Honorable Dismissal/Certificate of Transfer Credential
5. Photocopy of Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) paper
6. Photocopy of the Certificate of Good Moral Character

Additional requirements for applicants coming from schools abroad (except for Filipino schools under DepEd):

1. Scholastic Records, duly authenticated by the Philippine Foreign Service Post located in the student applicant’s country of origin or legal residence; if the country or territory of origin is already a member of the Apostille Convention, authentication of the Philippine Foreign Service is no longer necessary. Click here for the list of countries included in the Apostille convention.
2. Certificate of completion of secondary education (senior high school / grade 12 or its equivalent)
3. Certificate of Good Moral Character or Recommendation from the School Guidance Counselor or Principal
4. For Filipino applicants:
   1. Birth certificate printed on Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) paper
   2. Original and photocopy of Filipino passport
5. For foreign nationals:
   1. Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) or Special Study Permit (SSP)
   2. Original and photocopy of data page of the applicant’s passport showing date and place of birth, and birth certificate or its equivalent duly authenticated by the Philippine Foreign Service Post.
   3. Five (5) copies of the Student’s Personal History (PHS) duly signed by the applicant, both in English, and in his/her national alphabet accompanied by his/her personal seal, if any, and containing, among others, his left and right thumbprints and a 2x2 inch photograph on plain white back-ground taken not more than six months prior to submission of his/her documents.
   4. A notarized affidavit of support including bank statements or notarized notice of grant for institution-al scholars to cover expenses for the student’s accommodation and subsistence, as well as school dues and other incidental expenses.

What are your college program offerings?

To view our complete undergraduate program offerings, visit:

• Blended programs
• Fully online programs

How do I know if I am qualified to apply for admission at Mapúa?

All incoming freshmen may apply for admission at Mapúa. You may view the qualifications here.

Does Mapúa accept transferees?

Yes. Admission Guidelines for transferees can be accessed here.

When can I apply for Academic Year 2023-2024?

Mapúa is now accepting applications for Academic Year 2023-2024. You may apply online at https://www.mapua.edu.ph/ApplyNow2.aspx.

How do I apply for admission for Academic Year 2023-2024?

You can easily apply for admission by filling out the application form online at https://www.mapua.edu.ph/ApplyNow2.aspx.

What are the requirements for application?

Visit the following links:

Application Requirements for College Admission
Application Requirements for Senior High School

Does Mapúa have an entrance examination?

During this time of the pandemic, Mapúa is addressing the obstacles in obtaining a Mapúa education. For the Academic Year 2023-2024, admission to Mapúa University will be done through the Mapúa Program Placement Assessment (MPASS) in place of the Mapúa Scholastic Aptitude Exam (MSAE). MPASS is administered to identify suitable program opportunities based on assessment results. A student can enroll in programs where his/her assessment score matches the program profile.

To know more about MPASS, visit https://bit.ly/MapuaPASS.

Can an applicant fail the MPASS?

No, the MPASS is designed to identify the suitable senior high school academic strand or college program opportunities based on the applicant’s assessment results. If your MPASS results do not show your preferred program, please email the Admissions Office at [email protected] on how you may be reconsidered.

How do I take the MPASS?

For the safety and convenience of the applicants, the MPASS will be conducted online. Applicants may take it anytime, anywhere.

When/how do I get my MPASS results?

The MPASS results will be available through the Applicant Portal, which will be viewable right after taking the assessment.

How much is the admission/examination fee?

For Academic Year 2023-2024, the admission fee is Php 300.00 for incoming Grade 11 and college freshmen. For transfer and second-degree applicants, the admission fee is Php 550.00. For foreign applicants, the admission fee is Php 2,500.00.

How do I get a refund on the admission fee?

To request a refund, email [email protected].

What is the schedule of Enrollment?

Enrollment is ongoing. Log-in to the Applicant Portal to proceed to enrollment.

What are the requirements for enrollment?

Students may proceed with the enrollment without submitting all documentary requirements. However, the Admissions Office will schedule the submission of forms and ID Picture Taking. Schedule per program will be announced at a later date and all document requirements must be completed on or before August 26, 2023. To see the complete list of documentary requirements, click here.

When is the deadline for submission of enrollment documents?

The Admissions Office will schedule the submission of forms and ID Picture Taking. Schedule per program will be announced at a later date and all document requirements must be completed on or before August 26, 2023. Enrollment forms can be found here.

I am not sure about enrolling yet. Can I reserve a slot?

You may reserve your slot for enrollment until further notice. There will be a reservation fee of P5,000.00, which will eventually be deducted from the total matriculation fee for your first term. To reserve your slot for enrollment, log in to the Applicant Portal.
Note: Reservation is optional and it is non-refundable and non-transferable but deductible from your fees.

How can I pay the reservation fee?

We encourage you to make use of our online payment options for your safety and protection. You may pay the reservation fee via any RCBC Bank, Cebuana Lhuillier, Land Bank Payment Portal, or PayMaya or at the Mapúa campus. Log in to the Applicant Portal and click the logo of your preferred payment channel. The reference number found in Applicant Portal will serve as the Account Number when paying the reservation fee.

Do early enrollees get a discount in school fees?

A one-time early enrollment discount of Php 5,000.00 will be given to those who enroll in full payment not later than June 10,2023. To reserve or enroll and to get the early bird discount, log in to the Applicant Portal.

Can I also pay the matriculation fee online?

Yes. You may pay via RCBC Online, Online Bank Transfer, Land Bank Payment Portal, or Maya. Log in to the Applicant Portal and click the logo of your preferred payment channel. Use the student number in paying.

I don’t have the complete documentary requirements for senior high school/college enrollment. Can I already enroll at Mapúa and submit all documents later?

Yes. After your assessment, you may already continue with the online enrollment once it is available through the Applicant Portal. However, the Admissions Office will schedule the submission of forms and ID Picture Taking. Schedule per program will be announced at a later date and all document requirements must be completed on or before August 26, 2023.

I am having technical problems with the online application/enrollment. Who should I contact?

You may send an email attaching a screenshot of the technical problem you have encountered to [email protected].

Are there scholarships that I can apply for at Mapúa?

We offer various scholarships and financial assistance at Mapúa. To know more about these and the corresponding requirements, please visit https://www.mapua.edu.ph/About/Offices/CSFA/ScholarshipOpenings.aspx.

When can I start applying for scholarships?

Applications for scholarship grants are ongoing, please visit Ground Floor, Admissions Office, Mapúa University, Muralla St., Intramuros, Manila 1002 Philippines. You may also call (+63) 915 8309340 or email [email protected].

Please take note of the following application deadlines for Mapúa University’s scholarship grants:

Undergraduate Students

• • E.T. Yuchengco Scholarship application cut-off was on February 17,2023
• • Alfonso T. Yuchengc Scholarship application will end on July 31, 2023
• • Don Tomas Mapúa Scholarships application will end on August 12,2023
• • Income-Based Financial Assistance Program (IBFAP) application will end on June 2,2023
• • Alumni Loyalty Discount application will end on July 31, 2023