University of the Philippines College Admission Test

The University of the Philippines College Admission Test, commonly known as UPCAT, is part of the admission requirements of the University of the Philippines, administered to graduates of Philippine and foreign high schools.

UPCAT was first administered in 1968.

Eligibility and Application to the UPCAT

Individuals that are considered eligible for the UPCAT should be any one of the following:

In addition, graduates must not have taken and must not be taking any college subjects. He or she should not plan to take any college subjects before the semester or academic year of the UPCAT.

The deadline for filing of applications for the UPCAT is announced regularly, and is usually in late June.