Philippine Women's University Rankings

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Ranking Category
#9619 of 14,131 In the World
#3826 of 5,830 In Asia
#93 of 229 In the Philippines
#18 of 35 In Manila

Quick Review

Enrollment
12,366
Male:Female Ratio
28:72
Type
Non-profit
Funding
Private
Website
pwu.edu.ph
Languages
English;Filipino
Acceptance rate
65%*

* Philippine Women's University is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.

We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.

Acceptance rate & Admissions

Admissions RequirementsHigh School Certificate (or equivalent)
Academic CalendarJune to May
Enrollment12,366
Full time employee157
Student:staff ratio79:1

Tuition

The tuition table for Philippine Women's University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.

Program Tuition Fee (per unit) Other Fees Total Cost (per semester)
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration 1,200 PHP 15,000 PHP 33,600 PHP
Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management 1,200 PHP 15,000 PHP 33,600 PHP
Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management 1,200 PHP 15,000 PHP 33,600 PHP
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology 1,200 PHP 15,000 PHP 33,600 PHP
Bachelor of Science in Psychology 1,200 PHP 15,000 PHP 33,600 PHP
Bachelor of Science in Nursing 1,200 PHP 15,000 PHP 33,600 PHP
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy 1,200 PHP 15,000 PHP 33,600 PHP
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy 1,200 PHP 15,000 PHP 33,600 PHP
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy 1,200 PHP 15,000 PHP 33,600 PHP

Programs and Degrees

The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Philippine Women's University.

Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.

Programs Bachelor Master Doctoral
Art & Design Yes Yes No
Biology Yes No No
Business Yes Yes No
Chemistry Yes No No
Computer Science Yes No No
Economics Yes No No
Engineering No No No
Environmental Science Yes No No
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Yes Yes No
Mathematics Yes No No
Medicine Yes Yes No
Physics No No No
Psychology Yes Yes No

Philippine Women's University alumni

  1. Imelda Marcos

    Imelda Marcos
    Born in
    Philippines Flag Philippines
    Years
    1929-.. (age 96)
    Occupations
    fashion designerpoliticiansocialiteentrepreneurmodel
    Biography

    Imelda Romualdez Marcos is a Filipino politician who was First Lady of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986, wielding significant political power after her husband Ferdinand Marcos placed the country under martial law in September 1972. She is the mother of current president Bongbong Marcos.

  2. Joseph Estrada

    Joseph Estrada
    Born in
    Philippines Flag Philippines
    Years
    1937-.. (age 88)
    Occupations
    actorpolitician
    Biography

    Joseph Ejercito Estrada KGCR, also known by the nickname Erap, is a Filipino politician and former actor, who served as the 13th President of the Philippines from 1998 until his removal in 2001, the 9th Vice President of the Philippines from 1992 to 1998, and the 22nd Mayor of Manila, the country's capital from 2013 to 2019, also served as the 14th Mayor of San Juan from 1969 to 1986. In 2001, he became the first chief executive in Asia to be formally impeached. At the age of 87, he is currently the oldest living former Philippine president.

  3. Boy Abunda

    Boy Abunda
    Born in
    Philippines Flag Philippines
    Years
    1955-.. (age 70)
    Enrolled in Philippine Women's University
    In 2009 graduated with bachelor's degree in communication design
    In 2011 graduated with master's degree in communication design
    Occupations
    journalisttalent manager
    Biography

    Eugenio "Boy" Romerica Abunda Jr. is a Filipino television presenter, publicist, and talent manager. Known as the "King of Talk", Abunda has presented several talk shows centered on the Philippine entertainment industry. On GMA, he co-presented Show & Tell (1994–1995) and Startalk (1995–1999). After transferring to ABS-CBN, he hosted The Buzz (1999–2015), Kontrobersyal (2003–2006), Homeboy (2005–2007), The Bottomline with Boy Abunda (2009–2020), and Tonight with Boy Abunda (2015–2020). He partnered with Kris Aquino in hosting Boy & Kris (2007–2009), SNN: Showbiz News Ngayon (2009–2011), and Aquino & Abunda Tonight (2014–2015). After the ABS-CBN shutdown, he returned to GMA to host Fast Talk with Boy Abunda (2023–present). In the PMPC Star Awards for Television, he has been inducted to the Hall of Fame for having won Best Celebrity Talk Show Host eleven times while Tonight with Boy Abunda was awarded Best Celebrity Talk Show four times.

  4. Lucrecia Kasilag

    Lucrecia Kasilag
    Born in
    Philippines Flag Philippines
    Years
    1918-2008 (aged 90)
    Occupations
    composermusic educatorconductorpianistmusicologist
    Biography

    Lucrecia Roces Kasilag was a Filipino composer and pianist. She is particularly known for incorporating indigenous Filipino instruments into orchestral productions.

All 14 notable alumni

Philippine Women's University faculties and divisions

Institute : Business Education Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Education, Computer Science, Information Management, Information Technology, Management
School : Arts and Sciences Advertising and Publicity, Chemistry, Clinical Psychology, Communication Arts, Education, English, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Media Studies, Psychology, Public Relations, Social Work
School : Education Educational Administration, Information Sciences, Library Science, Preschool Education, Primary Education, Secondary Education
School : Fine Arts and Design Design, Fine Arts, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Painting and Drawing
School : Food Science and Technology Cooking and Catering, Food Science, Food Technology
School : Habitat and Environment Environmental Management, Environmental Studies
School : Hospitality Management Business Administration, Cooking and Catering, Hotel and Restaurant, Management
School : International Relations and Diplomacy International Relations and Diplomacy
School : Medical Technology Health Administration, Medical Technology
School : Music Jazz and Popular Music, Music, Music Education

General information

Alternative names PWU
Founded 1919
Accreditation Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA); Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU); and Commission on Higher Education – Regional Quality Assessment Team
Motto The First University for Women in Asia, Founded by Asians
Colors maroon, white

Location and contacts

Address 1743 Taft Avenue
Manila, First District, Metro Manila, 1004
Philippines
City population 1,847,000

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