Low-Fee Universities in the Philippines for Pakistani Students in 2025

Situated in Southeast Asia, Philippines is fairly emerging as an ideal country for education among the students of Pakistan. The Philippines stands out because of its warm weather, friendly population, and the predominantly English-speaking community; moreover, education in the country is cheap and of good quality. The country has many universities and the tuition fee is also very low thus making it easier for students seeking affordable but quality education.

Aspect	Details
Best Cities to Study in the Philippines	Manila, Quezon City, Cebu, Davao, Baguio
Currency	Philippine Peso (PHP)
1 PHP =	0.54 PKR (As of July 2024)
Average Tuition Fees in the Philippines	1,000 – 3,000 USD/year
Average Hostel Fee in the Philippines	100 – 300 USD/month
Living Costs in the Philippines	300 – 500 USD/month
Application Process Time	2-4 weeks
Intakes for Admissions	June, November
Admission without IELTS	Possible in some universities
Application Fee	20 – 50 USD
Study Visa Process Time	2-4 weeks
Philippines Visa Ratio for Pakistani Students	95%
Work Allowed During Studies?	Yes, up to 20 hours per week
Avg. Salary	PHP 10,000 – PHP 15,000 per month
Is Philippines a Schengen country?	No
Degree Recognition	Worldwide Recognized

Affordable Education: To the students, therefore, Philippines is relatively cheaper compared to many countries in the west with regards to the amount of of tuition fee charged.

English-Taught Courses: English is one of the official media and a sizable number of universities has provisions where most of the courses are conducted in English.

Cultural Diversity: This has helped it to become culturally diverse and the people in the Philippines are so friendly to the international students hence making it suitable for students intending to study.

No IELTS Requirement: In most universities, they allow any other forms of proof of English or of previous education been in English.

University	Established	Programs	Admission Criteria Without IELTS
University of the Philippines	1908	Various undergraduate and postgraduate programs	Previous education in English or alternative tests
Ateneo de Manila University	1859	Various undergraduate and postgraduate programs	English language certificate from a recognized institution
De La Salle University	1911	Various undergraduate and postgraduate programs	English proficiency through other tests or pre-sessional courses
University of Santo Tomas	1611	Various undergraduate and postgraduate programs	Previous education in English or English language courses
Far Eastern University	1928	Various undergraduate and postgraduate programs	English preparation programs or alternative evidence of English proficiency
Mapua University	1925	Various undergraduate and postgraduate programs	English language courses or alternative English proficiency evidence
Cebu Doctors’ University	1973	Medical and health sciences programs	English proficiency through previous education or alternative tests

The Philippine educational cost is relatively cheap; it covers from 1,000 to 3,000 USD per year. Tuition fee may slightly differ from university to another or from program to another.

Offered Programs in the Philippines for Pakistani Students

University	Program	Duration	Tuition Fee	Fee in PKR
University of the Philippines	Bachelors in Computer Science	4 years	1,200 USD/year	216,000 – 648,000 PKR
Ateneo de Manila University	Masters in Business Administration	2 years	2,500 USD/year	450,000 – 1,350,000 PKR
De La Salle University	Bachelors in Engineering	4 years	2,000 USD/year	360,000 – 1,080,000 PKR
University of Santo Tomas	Masters in Environmental Science	2 years	2,000 USD/year	360,000 – 1,080,000 PKR
Far Eastern University	Bachelors in Medicine	6 years	3,000 USD/year	540,000 – 1,620,000 PKR
Mapua University	Masters in International Relations	2 years	2,200 USD/year	396,000 – 1,188,000 PKR
Cebu Doctors’ University	Bachelors in Nursing	4 years	2,500 USD/year	450,000 – 1,350,000 PKR

Scholarship	Coverage
CHED Scholarship	Partial to full coverage, including tuition and living expenses
University-Specific Scholarships	Varies by university, often based on academic merit
International Scholarships	Partial coverage, available through various international organizations

1. Choose a Program and University: Search and verify for the correct and appropriate program for yourself, your ward or child and or the universities offering these programs in the Philippines.

2. Check Eligibility Requirements: Make sure that you fulfill the requirements in academic English and/or IELTS which is equivalent to this test.

3. Prepare Application Materials: Photocopy handwritten and typed forms of the original transcripts, letters of recommendation, essays/personal statements, TOEFL/IELTS, etc.

4. Apply Online: They can apply online via university portal; OR they can apply via an education agent.

5. Apply for Scholarships: I am also attempting at scholarship and grant searching and then applying for them.

6. Wait for Acceptance: The last direction is to wait for the admission notice/admission letter and to wait for the further contact if needed.

1. Applying Online: You have to finish the visa application form to the Philippines Bureau of Immigration online.

2. Paying the Visa Fee: Present cost: 70 USD.

3. Attending a Visa Appointment: Give fingerprints and other identity documents such as passport, national IDs photos or any other forms of identification.

4. Receiving the Visa: Wait for the visa, this usually takes 2-4 weeks.

Aspect	Details
Work Hours	Up to 20 hours per week during term time, full-time during vacations
Types of Jobs	On-campus jobs, retail, hospitality, internships
Earnings	Minimum wage: 57 PHP per hour