First Year Applicants
Silliman University adopts an “open admission” policy. In effect, the Silliman University Admission and Placement Examination (SUAPE) is no longer in place.
Admission of first year applicants is based on four (4) criteria:
- Academic Performance
- Quality of the School the applicant comes from
- Interview Results
- Results in the Qualifying Exams (For Accountancy, Architecture, Engineering, Medical Technology, Nursing, Nutrition and Dietetics, and Physical Therapy program applicants).
Applicants must be graduates from high school (old curriculum) or from senior high school in a public or private school or its equivalent.
First Year Applicants are students who are graduates from high school (old curriculum), or students who are graduates from senior high school or its equivalent or students who are still in the last year of secondary education and are now seeking admission in college for the first time. Students who have not enrolled in college/university after their graduation in high school are also considered as new-first year applicants.
For School Year 2024-2025, all applications must be done online.
Please make sure to have a COMPLETE GRADE 11 and GRADE 12 REPORT CARDs (first and second quarter only) for BS Medical Technology, BS Nursing and BS Physical Therapy applicants before applying for online admission, and COMPLETE GRADE 11 and Grade 12 REPORT CARDs (i.e. first & second semester) for other applicants.
Admission Procedures and Requirements
Procedure
- Apply via the Application Portal. Fill out the online application for admission and upload the required document. https://my.su.edu.ph/public/admission.php
- Review your application carefully before submitting it.
- Check your online application status. Your application will be initially assessed or evaluated by the college/department. .
- Submit the original hard copies and one set of photocopies of COMPLETE admission requirements to the Admissions Office, Silliman University(Gr. Fl. HH6, Hibbard Hall) for final evaluation or send them through a courier of your choice. The Admissions Office will do the final evaluation and send your acceptance letter.
- Pay the required down payment of Php 6,500.00. Payment can be made at the SU Business and Finance Office or any of the branches of our partner banks (click the link to view a list of partner banks https://su.edu.ph/costs/payment/. These banks will require the ID Number of the student to ensure a quick posting in our system. For your tuition fees concern, please email the Student Accounts Officer at [email protected].ph, cc [email protected].ph.
- The Business and Finance Office issues an “OK to enroll” notice.
- Applicants are to complete the registration process online: https://su.edu.ph/enrollment; and must see or communicate with the Office of the Registration and Records Management at [email protected].ph or [email protected].ph for your block/class schedule concerns.
Requirements
- Grade 11 and 12 Report Card or Form 138
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- Applicants to the Computer Studies, Medical Technology, Nursing, Nutrition and Dietetics, Pharmacy, and Physical Therapy are required a general average of at least 85%.
- Applicants to the Accountancy, Architecture, and Engineering are required a general average of at least 90%.
- Results of the Qualifying Exam and Interview
- Applicants to the Accountancy, Architecture, Engineering, Nursing, Nutrition and Dietetics, and Physical Therapy must pass the Qualifying Exam and Interview.
- Applicants to the Anthropology, Geology, Sociology, Medical Technology, & Environmental and Marine Sciences must pass the Interview only.
- Good moral certification from school (for non-SUSHS graduates only)
- Good moral certification from a prominent member of the community (e.g. Barangay Certification)
- Official copy of birth certificate issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO)/Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
- One recent passport-size picture with a white background (write your name on the back)
- Official Medical Certificate issued by the University Clinic. A medical certificate will be issued after the applicant submits the following documents to the University Clinic in hard copies:
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- Completed Medical History Form & Physician’s Report. The Physician’s Report can be signed by any licensed physician. Click here to download the Medical History Form & Physician’s Report: https://su.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Medical-History-Form-and-Physicians-Report-for-SHS-and-College-Students.pdf
- Results of the following tests, which must be done at the Silliman University Medical Center Foundation, Inc.: Chest X-ray, Complete Blood Count (CBC), Urinalysis, and Dental examination
The following have additional requirements on top of the University requirements.
(Please click on the specific College, School, or Institute to access the list of additional requirements.)
College of Agriculture
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Business Administration
College of Computer Studies
Divinity School
College of Education
College of Engineering and Design
College of Law
College of Mass Communication
Medical School
College of Nursing
College of Performing and Visual Arts
Institute of Clinical Laboratory Sciences
Institute of Environmental and Marine Sciences
Institute of Rehabilitative Sciences
School of Public Affairs and Governance
Graduate Program
Transfer Applicants
Transfer students are those who have done college work elsewhere and are seeking admission to Silliman University for the first time. They include those who started college work at Silliman, transferred to other schools, and are now seeking re-admission. This category also covers applicants to the College of Law, Medical School, and the Graduate Programs.
Generally, credits for work done from accredited institutions are accepted, provided the student obtained the minimum average grade required for the program. In some cases, advanced credits will be accepted only on passing a validating examination that usually covers English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics.
For School Year 2024-2025, all applications must be done online.
Admission Procedures and Requirements
Procedures
- Apply via the Application Portal. Fill out the online application for admission and upload the required documents. https://my.su.edu.ph/public/admission.php
- Review your application carefully before submitting it.
- Check your online application status. Your application will be initially assessed or evaluated by the college/department. .
- Submit the original hard copies and one set of photocopies of COMPLETE admission requirements to the Admissions Office, Silliman University(Gr. Fl. HH6, Hibbard Hall) for final evaluation or send them through a courier of your choice. The Admissions Office will do the final assessment/evaluation and send your acceptance letter..
- Pay the required down payment of Php 6,500.00 once you get accepted. Payment can be done at any of the branches of our partner banks (click the link to view a list of partner banks https://su.edu.ph/costs/payment/. These banks will require the ID Number of the student to ensure a quick posting in our system. For your tuition fees concern, please email the Student Accounts Officer at [email protected].ph, cc [email protected].ph.
- Applicants are to complete the registration process online: https://su.edu.ph/enrollment; and must see or communicate with your college/department.
Requirements for Undergraduate and Juris Doctor Applicants
- Certificate of Transfer Credential (honorable dismissal)
- Informative copy of academic records signed by the Registrar of the previous school
- Good moral certification from the previous school
- Good moral certification from a prominent member of the community (e.g. Barangay Certification)
- Official copy of birth certificate issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO)/Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
- One recent passport-size picture with a white background (write your name on the back)
- Official Medical Certificate issued by the University Clinic. A medical certificate will be issued after the applicant submits the following documents to the University Clinic in hard copies:
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- Completed Medical History Form & Physician’s Report. The Physician’s Report can be signed by any licensed physician. Click here to download the Medical History Form & Physician’s Report: https://su.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Medical-History-Form-and-Physicians-Report-for-SHS-and-College-Students.pdf
- Results of the following tests, which may be done at any accredited hospital, laboratory and diagnostic clinic, or dental clinic: Chest X-ray, Complete Blood Count (CBC), Urinalysis, and Dental examination
- Official Receipt of P150.00(Admissions Misc.) to be paid at the Business and Finance Office or any of the branches of our partner banks (click the link to view a list of partner banks https://su.edu.ph/costs/payment/ for Certificate of Eligibility(approved CHED Form C-1) for admission in the College of Law(for JD applicants only)
Requirements for Doctor of Medicine Applicants
- Official copy of Transcript of Records from a baccalaureate degree with an average grade of 85% or its equivalent, upon graduation (for SU graduates, at least 2.5 QPA)
- Certificate of Transfer Credential (honorable dismissal) for non-SU students only
- Informative copy of academic records signed by the Registrar of the previous school(for non-SU students only)
- Authenticated copy of diploma (for graduates coming from state/public universities) or certification of CHED Special Order (from private universities)
- NMAT Result, with at least 60%ile rank score and above
- Letters of recommendation from two (2) former professors
- Good moral certification from a prominent member of the community (e.g. Barangay Certification)
- Official copy of birth certificate issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO)/Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)(for non-SU students only)
- One recent passport-size picture with a white background (write your name on the back)
- Official Medical Certificate issued by the University Clinic. A medical certificate will be issued after the applicant submits the following documents to the University Clinic in hard copies:
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- Completed Medical History Form & Physician’s Report. The Physician’s Report can be signed by any licensed physician. Click here to download the Medical History Form & Physician’s Report: https://su.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Medical-History-Form-and-Physicians-Report-for-SHS-and-College-Students.pdf
- Results of the following tests, which may be done at any accredited hospital, laboratory and diagnostic clinic, or dental clinic: Chest X-ray, Complete Blood Count (CBC), Urinalysis, and Dental examination
Returning Applicants
Returning students are those who started college work at Silliman University and did not continue to enroll in the following semesters or years but did not enroll in other schools/universities and are now seeking readmission. They include those who graduated at Silliman University but did not enroll in other schools/universities and are now seeking re-admission.
Admission Procedures and Requirements
- Please fill out and upload the required documents listed below. https://forms.gle/yTpoFysw9CCpnqwQ7
- One recent passport-size picture with a white background (write your name on the back)
- Good moral certification from a prominent member of the community (e.g. Barangay Certification)
- Medical certificate issued by the University Clinic at the Silliman University Medical Center; the medical certificate will be issued after the applicant submits the following documents to the University Clinic in hard copies:
- Completed Medical History Form & Physician’s Report. The Physician’s Report can be signed by any licensed physician. Click here to download the Medical History Form & Physician’s Report: https://su.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Medical-History-Form-and-Physicians-Report-for-SHS-and-College-Students.pdf
- Results of the following tests, which may be done at any accredited hospital, laboratory and diagnostic clinic, or dental clinic: Chest X-ray, Complete Blood Count (CBC), Urinalysis, and Dental examination
- Review your application carefully before submitting it.
- Submit the original hard copies and one set of photocopies of COMPLETE admission requirements to the Admissions Office, Silliman University or send them through a courier of your choice.
- Check your email. The Admissions Office sends the “Permit to Enroll” to your mySilliman email or to your registered email.
- Proceed to your department/college for the confirmation of your acceptance.
- Pay the required down payment of Php 6,500.00 once you get the confirmation from your department/college. Payment can be done at any of the branches of our partner banks (Click the link to view a list of partner banks https://su.edu.ph/costs/payment/. These banks will require the ID Number of the student to ensure a quick posting in our system. For your tuition fees concern, please email the Student Accounts Officer at [email protected].ph, cc [email protected].ph.
- Applicants must see or communicate with their respective departments/colleges for the proposed subjects.
Special Program Applicants
Special Program Applicants are those who are seeking admission to Silliman University under a non-credit course/program.
Admission Procedures and Requirements
- Apply via the Application Portal. Fill out the online application for admission and upload the required documents. https://my.su.edu.ph/public/admission.php
Required Documents
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- Photocopy of high school diploma or certification of graduation
- Official copy of birth certificate issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO)/ Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
- One recent passport-size picture with a white background (write your name on the back)
- Medical certificate issued by the University Clinic at the Silliman University Medical Center; the medical certificate will be issued after the applicant submits the following documents to the University Clinic in hard copies:
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- Completed Medical History Form & Physician’s Report. The Physician’s Report can be signed by any licensed physician. Click here to download the Medical History Form & Physician’s Report: https://su.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Medical-History-Form-and-Physicians-Report-for-SHS-and-College-Students.pdf
- Results of the following tests, which may be done at any accredited hospital, laboratory and diagnostic clinic, or dental clinic: Chest X-ray, Complete Blood Count (CBC), Urinalysis, and Dental examination
- Review your application carefully before submitting it.
- Submit the original hard copies of the complete admission requirements to the Admissions Office, Silliman University(Gr. Fl. HH6, Hibbard Hall) or send them through a courier of your choice.
- Check your email. The Admissions Office sends the acceptance letter to your registered email.
- Pay the required down payment of Php 6,500.00 once you get the confirmation from your department/college. Payment can be done at any of the branches of our partner banks (click the link to view a list of partner banks https://su.edu.ph/costs/payment/. These banks will require the ID Number of the student to ensure a quick posting in our system. For your tuition fees concern, please email the Student Accounts Officer at [email protected].ph, cc [email protected].ph.
- Applicants must see or communicate with the Office of the Registration and Records Management at [email protected].ph or [email protected].ph for the encoding of subjects.
International Applicants
The Admissions Office evaluates the eligibility of students who have completed their secondary course or its equivalent in high school or have earned credits from colleges outside the Philippines.
A transferring foreign student who desires to earn a degree from Silliman University should submit to the Admissions Office an apostille or an original copy of his/her complete academic records, together with a detailed description of courses taken and credits earned and complete admission requirements stated below. A translation in English must accompany the original transcript of records.
Those coming from non-English speaking countries and are deficient in the English language are required to take an English Orientation (EO) equivalent to 21 units in their first semester on campus.
A foreign student (non-immigrant) who is at least eighteen (18) years old applies to the Bureau of Immigration, Dumaguete City for a student visa through the Admissions Office, Silliman University which issues the letter of acceptance.
Admission Procedures and Requirements
(For School of Basic Education applicants, please click this link: su.edu.ph/schools-colleges/school-of-basic-education/#1496906657574-79a64f3e-c8fc)
- Apply via the Application Portal. Fill out the online application for admission and upload the required documents.
The application should include:
(Only documents with an asterisk (*) are required for online application attachment)
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- Accomplished online application form (read online admission guidelines: https://my.su.edu.ph/public/admission.php)
Note: There are documents listed below that the online enrollment system does not require to be uploaded as part of an international applicant’s application. These documents must be mailed or submitted to the Admissions Office, along with the rest of which original copies are required. - Apostille Transcript of Records/Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) results/IB Diploma/A level certificate/GED.*
- Apostille Birth certificate.*
- Apostille of two (2) letters of recommendation from:
- School last attended*
- Police Department from the applicant’s country of residence
- Accomplished online application form (read online admission guidelines: https://my.su.edu.ph/public/admission.php)
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- ISC Clearance & Acceptance Letter from the Admissions Office, Silliman University
- Valid SSP/approved Student Visa(if available)
- One recent passport-size picture with a white background (write your name at the back)*
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- Official Medical certificate issued by the University Clinic, Silliman University Medical Center; the medical certificate will be issued after the applicant submits the following documents to the University Clinic in hard copies:
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- Completed Medical History Form & Physician’s Report. The Physician’s Report can be signed by any licensed physician. Click here to download the Medical History Form & Physician’s Report: https://su.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Medical-History-Form-and-Physicians-Report-for-SHS-and-College-Students.pdf
- Results of the following tests, which may be done at any accredited hospital, laboratory and diagnostic clinic, or dental clinic: Chest X-ray, Complete Blood Count (CBC), Urinalysis, and Dental examination
- Review your application before submitting it.
- Submit the original hard copies of COMPLETE admission requirements to the Admissions Office, Gr. Fl., Hibbard Hall, Silliman University along with your acceptance letter and clearance from the Admissions Office or send them through a courier of your choice. The Admissions Office will assist in the processing of your application to the college/department and the immigration requirements for the Bureau of Immigration, Dumaguete City. As soon as the evaluation is done, the Admissions Office issues a clearance and sends the acceptance letter through email.
- Check your online application status. Your application will be initially assessed or evaluated by the college/department. The Admissions Office will do the final assessment/evaluation and send your acceptance letter as soon as you are accepted to your chosen program/course.
- Pay the required down payment of Php 6,500.00. Payment can be done at any of the branches of our partner banks (click the link to view a list of partner banks https://su.edu.ph/costs/payment/. These banks will require the ID Number of the student to ensure a quick posting in our system. For your tuition fees concern, please email the Student Accounts Officer at [email protected].ph, cc [email protected].ph.Admission fee of US $100.00 payable to Silliman University (non-refundable)Account Name: Silliman University
Bank Name: BPI Perdices – Dollar (Swift Code: BOPIPHMM)
Account No: 1084-0273-47 - Photocopy of passport pages showing the name, picture, birthdate, and birthplace of the applicant with valid authorized stay
Overseas students must also present their immigration papers as well as a certificate attesting to their competence to do college work.
We strongly encourage our International Student Applicants to email the Admissions Office for guidance and assistance: [email protected].ph
Applicants are to complete the registration process online: https://su.edu.ph/enrollment
Graduate Program Applicants
or School Year 2024-2025, all applications must be done online.
Application Requirements of the University Graduate Programs (in addition to the University Admission Requirements, listed as the “Admission Procedures and Requirements” under the “Transfer Applicants” tab on this webpage if an applicant is coming from another school/university or under the “Returning Applicants” if an applicant was a former student at Silliman University):
- Accomplished Graduate Programs Application Form
- Accomplished Reference Form
- Thesis / Dissertation Concept (Essay)
- Payment Receipt from the SU Business and Finance Office ([email protected].ph) to show that the applicant has paid the tuition down payment
- Transcript of Records
Original hard copies of COMPLETE admission requirements must be submitted to the Admissions Office, Silliman University(Gr. Fl. HH6, Hibbard Hall) for university admission requirements and college admission requirements to the Graduate School Office (email: [email protected].ph).
Admission Procedures and Requirements
- Apply via the Application Portal. Fill out the online application for admission and upload the required documents. https://my.su.edu.ph/public/admission.php
Required Documents for students who have previously enrolled at SU
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- One recent passport-size picture with a white background (write your name on the back).
- Good moral certification from the community (e.g. Barangay Certification).
- Medical certificate issued by the University Clinic at the Silliman University Medical Center; the medical certificate will be issued after the applicant submits the following documents to the University Clinic in hard copies:
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- Completed Medical History Form & Physician’s Report. The Physician’s Report can be signed by any licensed physician. Click here to download the Medical History Form & Physician’s Report: https://su.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Medical-History-Form-and-Physicians-Report-for-SHS-and-College-Students.pdf
- Results of the following tests, which may be done at any accredited hospital, laboratory and diagnostic clinic, or dental clinic: Chest X-ray, Complete Blood Count (CBC), Urinalysis, and Dental examination
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Required Documents for non-SU students who will enroll at SU for the first time
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- Certificate of Transfer credential (honorable dismissal)
- Informative copy of academic records signed by the Registrar of the previous school
- Good moral certification from the previous school
- Good moral from one from a prominent member of the community (e.g. Barangay Certification)
- Official copy of birth certificate issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO)/Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
- One recent passport-size picture with a white background (write your name on the back)
- Official Medical Certificate issued by the University Clinic. A medical certificate will be issued after the applicant submits the following documents to the University Clinic in hard copies:
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- Completed Medical History Form & Physician’s Report. The Physician’s Report can be signed by any licensed physician. Click here to download the Medical History Form & Physician’s Report: https://su.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Medical-History-Form-and-Physicians-Report-for-SHS-and-College-Students.pdf
- Results of the following tests, which may be done at any accredited hospital, laboratory and diagnostic clinic, or dental clinic: Chest X-ray, Complete Blood Count (CBC), Urinalysis, and Dental examination
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- Review your application carefully before submitting it.
- Submit the original hard copies of COMPLETE admission requirements to the Admissions Office, Silliman University or send them through a courier of your choice.
- Check your online application status. Your application will be initially assessed or evaluated by the college/department and the Graduate School. The Admissions Office will do the final assessment/evaluation and send your acceptance letter as soon as you are accepted to your chosen program/course. Qualified applicants are notified of their acceptance through email.
- Pay the required down payment of Php 6,500.00 once you get accepted. Payment can be done at any of the branches of our partner banks (click the link to view a list of partner banks https://su.edu.ph/costs/payment/. These banks will require the ID Number of the student to ensure a quick posting in our system. For your tuition fees concern, please email the Student Accounts Officer at [email protected].ph, cc [email protected].ph.
Applicants are to complete the registration process online: https://su.edu.ph/enrollment
Applicants must see or communicate with the Graduate School at [email protected].ph for the class schedule/proposed subjects.