In this peaceful, plural and modern society, Philippines, located in South East Asia, is a testimony to the world of what it is able to offer academically, socially, ethnically, culturally and in every other aspect of life to make the stay of any international student worth their time, money and effort. It is a fascinating and enchanting nation. The Philippines is the only country in Southeast Asia that has an unblemished track record of racial harmony between Americans and local people.

The presence of more than 30,000 international students, in the beginning of year 2005, from many parts of the world attending schools and pursing tertiary courses ranging from Diploma to Degrees to PhD in private schools, private higher educational institutions and public universities in Philippines, signifies the confidence and acceptance of Philippines as a destination for acquiring academic qualifications. It has large number of students from India, Korea, China, Nepal.

In her quest for education excellence, Philippines has the ability to offer all international students a peaceful and friendly environment; an established education system; accredited and high quality programs; low cost of living and tuition fees; a modern infrastructure, and; an efficient transportation system running across the whole length and breadth of Philippines. You can be assured of heading home with more than just a tertiary qualification.

LOW Tuition Fees

Tuition fees fees for foreign students are very affordable starting at $1000 / year for general courses to $3000 / year for Medicine related courses.

LOW Cost Of Living

The cost of living for international students to study would be between US$1,200 - US$1500 per annum . As such, the low living cost besides the cheaper tuition fee would appeal to international students in terms of great savings of living expenses while studying in Philippines.

Accommodation (sharing an apartment / dormitory)	P 2,000
Food	2,000
Miscellaneous*	1,000
TOTAL	P5,000 = ($110)

* Miscellaneous include transportation, laundry, pharmacy, supplies, textbook, supplies, recreation, entertainment, etc.

ENGLISH is the Medium of Instruction Study For All Programs Conducted

Philippines is the 3rd largest English Speaking Nation in the World having the Highest English Literacy rate in Asia. Thus, English is used as the primary medium of instruction for all courses and study programs conducted at the Private Colleges & Universities.

Philippines being a multi-ethnic country has elaborate experience in using effective methodologies to teach the English language to non-English natives. Therefore, Philippines is the ideal place for international students from non-English speaking countries to learn English.