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A Groundbreaking Global University Partnership in the Philippines
Mapúa Education Group and Arizona State University® (ASU) have launched a comprehensive academic partnership designed to globalize Philippine higher education. This expanded collaboration integrates world-class academic content, international learning pathways, AI-enabled education, and research exchange across all Mapúa schools:
Arizona State University® is ranked:
ASU is internationally recognized for leadership in:
Sustainability education
Through this partnership, Mapúa integrates globally benchmarked standards directly into its academic system.
Unlike traditional international partnerships limited to student exchange, the Mapúa-Arizona State University® collaboration is system-wide and multi-dimensional.
Mapúa programs are enhanced by instructional content from ASU’s repository of top-ranked academic programs, strengthening:
Students gain access to structured progression pathways including:
This enables global access without necessarily requiring full overseas relocation.
Artificial intelligence is integrated across disciplines using ASU’s AI frameworks and best practices. This prepares Mapúa students for industries being reshaped by:
Mapúa positions itself as a leader in AI-driven, human-centered education in the Philippines.
The partnership strengthens:
Through ASU and the Cintana alliance, Mapúa expands its global research network.
Students benefit from:
This partnership enhances the value of a Mapúa degree in both local and global markets.
The Mapúa-ASU partnership supports:
This aligns with global trends in higher education internationalization and innovation-driven learning.
The Mapúa-Arizona State University® collaboration reflects a strategic shift in how Philippine universities engage globally.
It supports:
Grounded in over a century of legacy and academic excellence, Mapúa’s institutional identity is now enriched by its comprehensive partnership with Arizona State University®.
For program information, academic inquiries, or partnership opportunities, please contact:
E-mail: admissions@mapua.edu.ph
¹ U.S. News & World Report, 11 consecutive years, 2016–2026
² Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, 6 consecutive years, 2020–2025
No. Students can access globally benchmarked academic content and international pathways without necessarily studying abroad. The partnership enables global integration within the Philippines, while also offering structured international progression options.
Students benefit from globally competitive education, enhanced employability, international academic pathways, AI-enabled learning environments, and expanded research opportunities — while remaining accessible within the Philippines.
The partnership integrates artificial intelligence across curricula using Arizona State University’s AI frameworks and best practices. This strengthens digital learning, industry alignment, and prepares students for careers in technology-driven sectors.
The collaboration supports sustainability initiatives through curriculum integration, research collaboration, and alignment with ASU’s globally recognized sustainability leadership. Mapúa aims to develop a Green College focused on sustainability education and innovation.
This partnership represents a groundbreaking comprehensive academic collaboration between a leading Philippine education group and a top-ranked global university, expanding beyond limited school-level agreements to full academic integration.
Students may access structured pathways such as dual-degree programs, accelerated master’s programs, and mobility opportunities through Arizona State University and the Cintana global university network, which currently includes 34 innovative universities worldwide.
Arizona State University is ranked #1 in the U.S. for innovation¹ and #1 in the U.S. and among the top 10 worldwide for global impact in research, outreach, and stewardship². It is recognized for leadership in sustainability, digital transformation, and scalable academic innovation.
The Mapúa–Arizona State University partnership is a comprehensive academic collaboration integrating globally benchmarked academic content, international learning pathways, AI-enabled education, and research exchange across all Mapúa schools in the Philippines. It expands access to global education while strengthening local academic standards.
Unlike traditional student exchange programs, the Mapúa-ASU partnership is system-wide and integrated into curricula. It includes enhanced academic content, dual-degree pathways, accelerated master’s options, AI integration, research collaboration, and mobility opportunities across multiple disciplines and campuses.
The comprehensive partnership applies across the entire Mapúa Education Group, including:
It covers undergraduate and graduate programs across disciplines.