University Overview
Established in 1908, University of the Philippines Manila is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Manila (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), National Capital Region. This institution also has branch campuses in Palo, Leyte, Baler, Aurora Koronadal City and South Cotabato. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, University of the Philippines Manila (UP Manila) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational Philippine higher education institution. University of the Philippines Manila (UP Manila) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), 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. This 117-year-old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UP Manila also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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University Identity
| Name | University of the Philippines Manila |
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| Acronym | UP Manila |
| Founded | 1908 |
| Motto | Honor and Excellence |
| Colours | Up maroon and up forest green |
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University Location
| Address | Taft Avenue, Padre Faura and Pedro Gil Streets, Ermita Manila 1000 National Capital Region Philippines |
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(2) 526 8419 |
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(2) 741 6603 |
| Other locations | Palo, Leyte, Baler, Aurora Koronadal City and South Cotabato |
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