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Apply to Graduate Program

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Follow these steps if you want to apply to a graduate program. Applications for graduate programs open every term. Check the Application Schedule to know if applications are ongoing.

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How do I apply?

Prepare the Requirements

Prepare and accomplish the following requirements in PDF format: 

  • PSA Birth Certificate (for Filipino applicants) or Biopage of a valid passport (for International applicants)
  • Original Transcript of Records for Evaluation or Further Studies purposes (for applicants who completed degrees in the Philippines) or officially translated into English and duly authenticated or apostille stamped by the Philippine Foreign Service Post of the school’s country of origin
  • Transfer Credential/Honorable Dismissal (for applicants who completed degrees in the Philippines) or Certificate of Graduation (for applicants who completed degrees abroad, indicate degree title and date of graduation)
  • Updated Curriculum Vitae
  • 2 filled-out Graduate Recommendation Forms
  • Applicant Health, Well-Being, & Learning Disclosure (AHWLD) Form
  • Recent 2x2 colored photo in JPEG or PNG format  (taken within the last 6 months)
Additional requirements may be required upon evaluation.

Create an Account

  1. Go to the Benilde Application Portal.
  2. Click Create an account.
  3. Read the Data Privacy Policy. If you agree to the terms, click I agree.
  4. Fill out the form. 
  5. For the Academic Year & Term, choose 2025-2026 - 3rd Term.
  6. For Application Type, choose Graduate Studies.
  7. Click Next and answer the remaining fields.
  8. For Email, use your personal email address and make sure it’s active and valid. Emails associated with a school or company are usually deactivated when you’re no longer enrolled or connected to the company. If you use this, you might miss out on email notifications and updates on your application status.
  9. A pop-up window will show once your account is created.
  10. Check your email to complete your account creation. Click the Setup Account button and set your Benilde Application Portal password.
  11. Once this is successful, log in to your account. Your username is the email address you used to register.
When filling out the online form, you will list 3 degree programs that you wish to apply to. The Admissions Committee will assess you based on your first choice, and if you're accepted, they will not evaluate your qualifications for your second and third choices. If you're accepted into your second choice, it means that you did not qualify for your first choice. Once accepted, confirm and enroll immediately to secure your spot. Changes to the accepted program are not allowed once confirmed.

Submit your Application

  1. Complete your application form. 
  2. For Last School Attended, click Create New to add your school information. For Masters, you need to add your school information for your undergraduate degree. For PHD or Equivalent, you need to add your school information for your master's degree.
  3. Upload your Applicant Photo. Your photo should be with a white background and taken within the last 6 months. Only JPEG and PNG files with a maximum file size of 2MB can be uploaded.
  4. For family information, type NA for required fields that do not apply to you.
  5. For the Contact Person in Case of Emergency, the Email indicated should not be the same as your registered email address.
  6. Upload your requirements. Your requirements should be in PDF format with a maximum file size of 5MB each.
  7. Review your application information. Ensure that all information is correct. If not, click Previous to edit it. Once you submit this, you can no longer edit the form.
  8. Once you’re done, click Submit Application.
  9. After submitting, you’ll receive an email notification confirming it. Take note of your Application Number.
Updates in your online application form are automatically saved. You can go back and edit it at any time as long as you haven’t submitted it. After submitting your application, you will no longer be able to access your account in the Benilde Application Portal and edit the form. If you need to do this, submit a ticket.

Pay Application Fee

After submitting your application, you’ll receive an email notification. Click the link indicated in the email to proceed with payment. Follow these steps:

  1. Click Click to pay application fee.
  2. The amount reflected will be based on your application information:
    • Php 800.00 for Filipino or Dual Citizen with a valid Philippine Passport
    • Php 3,000.00 for International applicants
  3. Tick the checkbox beside Transaction No and click Proceed. 
  4. Choose if you want to pay through Dragonpay or Mastercard/Visa. 
  5. Click Payment, then Proceed to process your payment.
  6. You’ll receive an email notification once your payment is confirmed.
The application fee is non-refundable.

Attend the Interview

The Program Chairperson will contact you to schedule an online interview.

Become a Benildean

You’ll receive your results based on the announced application results schedule via email. Applicants who will undergo additional screenings, like interviews and auditions, may receive their results a little later as applications are carefully reviewed.

You’ll receive an email notification every time there’s an update on your online application. Check your inbox and spam folder for application updates. Official Benilde emails are sent with an @benilde.edu.ph email address. If you can no longer access your email or if you’re not receiving any email notifications, submit a ticket.

 

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