North Reclamation Area, Cebu City

NU Cebu

Admission Process

NU Cebu

Understand the specific requirements based on your educational background or residency status. Select the category that applies to you.

Institutional Admission Requirements

How To Register and Complete Enrollment

Step 1

Register via NU Quest: Visit the NU Quest portal at https://onlineapp.nu-cebu.edu.ph/ and complete the registration form.

Step 2

Activate Your Account: After registering, check your email (the one you provided during registration) for your login details. Before clicking the activation link, copy your temporary password. Activate your account promptly, as the link may expire.

Step 3

Complete Your Profile: Log in to NU Quest and fill out all required information. Ensure that all sections are marked in green, indicating completion.

Step 4

Upload Required Documents: Prepare and upload your admission requirements in PDF format. Refer to the checklist provided on the portal for specific documents needed.

Step 5

Prepare for Onsite Enrollment: Enrollment begins on May 5, 2025, and will be conducted onsite. Bring physical copies of all your requirements for verification and submission to the Admissions Office.

For more information on admission requirements, you can visit the NU Cebu page. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact the NU Cebu Admissions Office at admissions@nu-cebu.edu.ph. We look forward to welcoming you to NU Cebu!

FAQs

Admissions FAQs

As of now, NU Cebu offers CHED-approved undergraduate programs. We are continuously working to expand our offerings, including new courses and graduate programs in the future. Stay tuned for updates on our official Facebook page.

Degree Programs (AY 2026–2027):
Senior High School (STEM, HUMSS, ABM)
BS Accountancy
BS Architecture
BS Psychology
BS Civil Engineering
BS Computer Science
BS Medical Technology
BS Tourism Management

Yes. NU Cebu will offer Senior High School (STEM, HUMSS, ABM).

Not yet, but NU Cebu is working to expand into graduate programs soon. Updates will be announced on our official channels.

College Programs: ₱25,000–₱35,000 per term (including miscellaneous fees). NU follows a trimestral calendar (3 terms per academic year).

Senior High School: ₱48,000–₱50,000 per year.

Payment options:
Onsite at the NU Cebu Treasury Office
Once enrolled and have an NUIS account, payment can be done online through Paymaya and GCash using your student account at NUIS.

Yes. NU Cebu provides several scholarship opportunities. You may refer to this link for the details of the different scholarship programs: Scholarship Details. Details and announcements are also posted on NU Cebu's official Facebook page.

Yes. Transferees are welcome. Academic performance from the previous school will be assessed/evaluated, and applicants will be advised accordingly.

NU Cebu is located at UG North Wing Level, SM City Cebu, Mabolo, Cebu City, across DUSIT PRINCESS building.

1. Register via NU Quest: https://onlineapp.nu-cebu.edu.ph/
2. Activate your account via email (copy your temporary password before clicking the activation link).
3. Complete your profile on NU Quest (all sections must be marked green).
4. Upload admission requirements in PDF format.
5. Proceed to Onsite enrollment and bring physical copies of requirements for verification by the admissions office.

Yes. NU Cebu will announce campus tour schedules every January to April. Updates will be posted on the official Facebook page so like and follow the official FB page for updates.

NU Cebu is the 13th campus of National University Philippines, founded in 1900 as the country's first private non-sectarian and co-educational institution. NU Cebu continues the legacy of affordable, accessible, and quality education, offering modern facilities, distinguished faculty, and programs designed for nation-building.

Scholarship FAQs

Certificate of Recognition coming from the high school and signed by the Principal indicating the award received by the student (depends on the scholarship you are applying for)
Original and Complete Grade 12 Report Card
Certificate of Good Moral Character from Senior High School
Original copy of PSA-Authenticated Birth Certificate
Documents of financial need: ITR/Tax Exemption Certificate from BIR/Certificate of indigency both parents

Automatic demerit, strict grade requirements is observed during the assessment.

Automatic demerit, strict requirements compliance is observed.

Yes, all courses are covered.

This is open only to freshmen. The Student Development & Activities Office (SDAO) will conduct an orientation on how continuing students can retain or apply for scholarships.

The deadline will be May. Make sure to apply within the scheduled period. No extension is given.

Only for certain scholarships like GOLD and BLUE as long as you retain the grade requirement. Some are only good for 1 term and may be elevated to BLUE and other scholarships thereafter if the grades are qualified. Make sure to read the benefits clearly.

No, all scholarships are for freshmen only. But if you performed well academically once enrolled you may apply as continuing students at NU Cebu. The application is every term.

No, the opportunity will be given to other deserving applicants.

Submit a Certified True Copy (CTC) of your card with complete grades.

Yes, if both are employed.

You will receive an email to your registered mail and a notification through your NU Quest account.

No, the decision of the scholarship committee is final.

Yes, if not employed. In the absence of parents, submit the certificate of your guardian. If both are not available, submit your certificate of indigency.

If both are not available, submit your certificate of indigency.

Enrollment

Enrollment is ongoing for AY 2026-2027

Enrollment is ongoing for AY 2026-2027 QR Code
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