Office of Admission and Aid - Ateneo de Manila University

01/09/2026

Heads up, future Ateneans!

✨The Cavite testing center is now OPEN! ✨

We will be adding other testing centers on this page so make sure that you keep posted for details and updates!

22/08/2026

📣 Ateneo College Application Portal Updates

The Ateneo college application portal for new first-year applicants will only be open until August 24, 2026, 11:59 PM. For applicants with submitted requirements, please take note of these important reminders:

1️⃣ If you have uploaded a proof of payment and are waiting for it to be validated, please allow us time to validate your submission. We will allow you to proceed and complete your college application beyond the August 24 deadline.

2️⃣ Applications still in "Draft" must be finalized and submitted by August 31, 2026.

3️⃣ Applications marked "For Review" will continue to be processed. We ask for your patience as we work through the surge of last-minute submissions. We will allow you to proceed and generate your exam permit beyond the August 24 deadline.

4️⃣ Applicants whose applications are in "For Recommendation" are advised to follow up with their recommenders, if necessary, and have both recommendation forms marked as "Submitted" by August 31. Once both recommendations are marked as “Submitted”, please allow us time to validate them. We will allow you to proceed and generate your exam permit beyond the August 24 deadline.

5️⃣ Applicants whose status is "For Processing" must select their exam schedule immediately.

NOTES:
*Proof of payment uploaded after August 24 at 11:59 PM will no longer be validated. We will, however, get in touch with the applicants who have uploaded their proof of payment after this deadline sometime in November 2026.

*The application portal remains open for Transfer Applicants and for First-Year Applicants via the IB and SAT routes.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding, and best of luck to all applicants! 🌟

20/08/2026

Are you ready for the Ateneo College Entrance Test? ✨

The road to Ateneo starts closer to home. Check the list below to find the ACET 2026 TESTING CENTER nearest you.

📌 Before test day: Make sure your application is complete, your payment has been validated, and your exam permit is ready. A little preparation goes a long way, so save the details, plan your route, and come prepared!

Don't have your ACET exam permit yet? Make sure to complete your application requirements in this portal: ateneo.edu/college/apply

Need more information about the provincial ACET? You may reach us at [email protected].

(We are still finalizing testing centers in these provinces: Cavite, Quezon, Iligan, and Zamboanga. Please wait for updates regarding this.)

💙 Your Ateneo journey begins here. See you at the ACET 2026 testing sites, future Blue Eagles!

17/08/2026

Deadline extension till August 24! 📣📣📣

Ateneo College Admissions have been extended to 24 August 2026!

Also, note that due to the sudden surge in submissions, validation of payments and applications may take some time. Please rest assured that students with submitted proof of payment will still be allowed to complete the rest of their application even after the extended deadline.

12/08/2026

Making your Ateneo dreams possible can start with one application.

Blueprint: Ateneo Application Tips continues with another guide from the Office of Admission and Aid to help you navigate your Ateneo journey with confidence.

🦅 MODULE 6: Applying for a Financial Aid Scholarship

A Financial Aid Scholarship application may come with several requirements and steps, but you don't have to navigate it alone. In this module, we break down the step-by-step process of applying for the Ateneo Financial Aid Scholarship, along with practical tips to help you prepare your requirements, complete your application, and submit everything accurately.

Need further assistance? We’ve also included the official channels where you can reach the Scholarship Team for questions and guidance throughout the application process.

Remember: Take your time, prepare carefully, and give your application your best. Here in Ateneo, we do our best to change lives, one scholar at a time. We hope to welcome you here soon!

📍 Learn more about the admissions process: apply.ateneo.edu
📍 Start your application here: ateneo.admissions.ph

Keep following the Blueprint series as we continue to share practical tips, helpful guides, and insider advice to support you throughout your Ateneo admissions journey. 💙

10/08/2026

One week left! 💙

Get ready for tomorrow, the Ateneo way!

Applications for Ateneo college admission (first year and transfer) for SY 2027-2028 are open only until 17 August 2026. Register now through the Admissions Portal at ateneo.admissions.ph to jumpstart your application.

To know more about our degree programs, scholarships offered, and academic opportunities, visit apply.ateneo.edu

05/08/2026

🚨 LAST CALL! 🚨

Don't miss your chance to join Round 2 of Ateneo Blue Chat!

If Ateneo is on your college list, this is your opportunity to get your questions answered, learn about the admissions and scholarship application process, and discover what makes the Ateneo experience truly unique—all directly from the Office of Admission and Aid.

Register now and join us online this Saturday, August 8, at 10:00 AM. https://go.ateneo.edu/AteneoBlueChat2026

See you then!

04/08/2026

Every great application begins with an authentic story.

Blueprint: Ateneo Application Tips continues with another guide from the Office of Admission and Aid to help you navigate your admissions journey with confidence.

🦅 MODULE 5: Tips on Writing Your Personal Essay

Your personal essay is your opportunity to share your story beyond grades and achievements. In this module, discover practical tips on how to approach the essay, organize your thoughts, and write a response to the provided prompt that is thoughtful, authentic, and uniquely yours.

Remember: the best essays aren't about saying the "right" things—they're about honestly sharing who you are and what has shaped you.

📍Learn more about the admissions process: https://apply.ateneo.edu
📍Start your application here: https://ateneo.admissions.ph

Keep following the Blueprint series as we continue to share practical tips, helpful guides, and insider advice to support you throughout your Ateneo admissions journey.

03/08/2026

Get ready for tomorrow, the Ateneo way!

Applications for Ateneo college admission (first year and transfer) for SY 2027-2028 are open only until 17 August 2026. Register now through the Admissions Portal at ateneo.admissions.ph to jumpstart your application.

To know more about our degree programs, scholarships offered, and academic opportunities, visit apply.ateneo.edu

30/07/2026

The Office of Admission and Aid will be closed for a university holiday on Friday, July 31, to celebrate the Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola.

Work will resume on Saturday, August 1 (8:00 AM - 12:00 NN). Please be guided accordingly.