Philippines

Philippines: Academic Year Program

Note: The following is 2006-07 program information. The "details" links will show 2004-05 information. Some discrepancies may exist. Take careful note of which year you plan to study abroad.

Highlights

Host Institutions:
Ateneo de Manila University
University of the Philippines, Diliman (UPD)

EAP offers academic year programs at two host universities in Manila. Both programs enable students to study in the Philippines in English and/or Filipino.

The programs begin with a one-quarter (approximately eight week) module of intensive Filipino language study and an introduction to Philippine history, culture, and contemporary society.

In-depth description of the Language & Culture module

For fall semester (October through March), students choose to continue at Ateneo or at UPD.

Students with beginning Filipino language skills should choose Ateneo. Ateneo's academic strengths are in the humanities and social sciences, especially philosophy, literature, history, anthropology, sociology, communication, and development studies.

UPD offers a comprehensive curriculum with particular strengths in political science, economics, sociology, history, the fine arts, and Philippine studies. The semester at Ateneo or UPD is followed by an optional quarter of internship, field study, or volunteer work in an array of public and private organizations. (details)

Duration (calendars: Ateneo / Diliman)

Academic year (two options):

One quarter language and culture program and one semester regular university course work: early September to late March
One quarter language and culture program, one semester regular university course work, and a post-semester internship: early September to early June

Extension is possible for students who originally did not apply for the internship. They may extend their participation for the post-semester internship.

Academic Focus

Host university course work in a wide range of fields and internships or field work. See Course Finder for courses previously taken by EAP students. Course lists and descriptions for some UPD and Ateneo departments can be accessed from the Philippines EAP Web links page. Under Ateneo select a school, then click "Go to the Website," and choose a department. Under UPD choose "Academic Programs." (details)

Students attend classes with international students and host country students.

Language of Instruction

English and Filipino

Language Study

Programs begin with a one-quarter intensive Filipino language and culture program. Host country language study is not required during the year.

Units

Students are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad. Approximately 36 to 39 UC quarter units per year are required without the internship; 45 to 48 UC quarter units per year are required with the internship.

Housing

During the academic year most UPD students live on-campus in dormitories. Ateneo students live off-campus in apartments or Ateneo-approved private dorms. Students live with international students, UC students, and/or host country students. (details)

Estimated Cost (details)

Year (with internship): $13,791
Year (with internship): $9,765

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this program, see the Selection Criteria and Application Deadlines.