I would like to enroll to the MAS program, however, I am not currently residing in the Philippines. Will I be allowed to enroll?

Modified on Tue, 26 Dec, 2023 at 3:37 AM

Yes, you may enroll to any of our programs even if you are currently residing and working outside of the Philippines. All courses are delivered fully online and asynchronous.


Admission to the GCAS Program is open to the following:

  • Philippine-based and offshore-based applicants
  • Foreign nationals
  • Undergraduate transfer students (from another UP unit/non-UP university)


As long as an applicant complies with the requirements of their desired program, they can apply for admission to UPOU.


With regard to foreign applicants who would like to apply for a student visa, UPOU does not require its students to be in residence in the Philippines; hence, it could not assist in the issuance of Student Visa (9F).


For more information regarding the program, you may visit the FMDS MAS microsite.

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