Universities in the Philippines

Philippine Normal University

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world rank  8258

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Overview

Philippine Normal University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines. This institution also has branch campuses in Prosperidad, Alicia, Cadiz City and Lopez. Founded in 1901, Philippine Normal University (PNU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines. PNU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 125-year-old Philippine higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. Its acceptance rate is 30-39%. This makes it a very selective. International students are welcome to apply. PNU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Philippine Normal University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Philippine Normal University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Philippine Normal University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Philippine Normal University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

Identity

Name
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Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym PNU
Founded 1901
Motto Truth, Excellence, Service
Colours Royal blue and gold yellow
Mascot Inang Pamantasan

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Location

Address Taft Avenue, Corner Ayala Boulevard
Manila
1000 National Capital Region
Philippines
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Philippine Normal University Phone Number (2) 527 0375
Philippine Normal University Fax Number (2) 527 0375
Other locations Prosperidad, Alicia, Cadiz City and Lopez

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Philippine Normal University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1993


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Philippine Normal University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accrediting Agency for Chartered Colleges and Universities of the Philippines, Inc. (AACCUP)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Philippine Normal University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Philippine Normal University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Philippine Normal University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Philippine Normal University's academic range and degree level offering.



Philippine Normal University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Philippine Normal University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Philippine Normal University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Philippine Normal University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Philippine Normal University.



Philippine Normal University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Philippine Normal University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Philippine Normal University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Philippine Normal University Admission Info


Philippine Normal University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Philippine Normal University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Philippine Normal University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Philippine Normal University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Philippine Normal University's acceptance rate ranges from 30 to 39%, making it a very selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Philippine Normal University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Philippine Normal University's Admission Office Admission Office

Taft Avenue corner Ayala Blvd
Ermita, Manila 1000
(2) 527 0376


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Philippine Normal University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Philippine Normal University Size and Profile


Philippine Normal University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Philippine Normal University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Philippine Normal University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Philippine Normal University's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Philippine Normal University's Control Type Control Type

Philippine Normal University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Philippine Normal University's Entity Type Entity Type

Philippine Normal University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Philippine Normal University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Philippine Normal University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Philippine Normal University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Philippine Normal University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.


Philippine Normal University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Philippine Normal University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Philippine Normal University Facilities


Philippine Normal University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Philippine Normal University's Library


Philippine Normal University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Philippine Normal University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Philippine Normal University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Philippine Normal University Services


Philippine Normal University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Philippine Normal University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Philippine Normal University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Philippine Normal University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Philippine Normal University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Philippine Normal University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Philippine Normal University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Philippine Normal University
  • College of Teacher Education
  • College of Graduate Studies and Teacher Education Research
  • College of Flexible Learning and ePNU
  • Institute of Teaching and Learning
  • Institute of Knowledge Management
  • Institute of Physical Education, Health, Recreation, Dance and Sports

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Memberships and Affiliations

Philippine Normal University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Philippine Normal University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP)
  • Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges, Inc. (PASUC)
  • Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines, Inc (AACCUP)
  • Philippine Society for Educational Research and Evaluation, Inc. (PSERE)
  • ASEM Education and Research Hub for Lifelong Learning (ASEM LLL Hub)
  • South Manila Educational Consortium (SMEC)
  • National Network of Normal Schools (3NS)
  • ASEAN Teacher Education Network (AsTEN)
  • Asian University Presidents Forum (AUPF)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Philippine Normal University public or private?

Philippine Normal University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Philippine Normal University profit or non-profit?

Philippine Normal University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Philippine Normal University in terms of enrollment?

Philippine Normal University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Philippine Normal University in terms of academic staff?

Philippine Normal University's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.

Is Philippine Normal University a coeducational institution?

Philippine Normal University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Philippine Normal University use?

Philippine Normal University adopts a trimesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Philippine Normal University affiliated with?

None.

Does Philippine Normal University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Philippine Normal University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Philippine Normal University's acceptance rate ranges from 30 to 39%, making it a very selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Philippine Normal University PNU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Philippine Normal University PNU located?

Philippine Normal University is located in Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines. Address: Taft Avenue, Corner Ayala Boulevard.

Is Philippine Normal University PNU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Philippine Normal University is accredited by Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines (since 1993).

Does Philippine Normal University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Philippine Normal University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Philippine Normal University have a university library?

Yes

Does Philippine Normal University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Philippine Normal University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Philippine Normal University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Philippine Normal University offer career services?

Yes

Does Philippine Normal University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Philippine Normal University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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