Diploma in Computer Science

Documentary Requirements:

1.     Print copy of the accomplished online application form in the Online Application System .
2.     Original and photocopy of valid Transcript of Records (TOR) from all schools attended. The TOR should bear the school dry seal and imprint, and the Registrar’s signature in ink, and with acceptable remarks (please see here). 
3.   Two (2) letters of recommendation from any of your: a) employer/supervisor; b) former professor; or c) former program adviser [please use UPOU Form 1a]. 
4.   Proof of Payment of Application fee  (non-refundable) amounting to PHP 500.00 for applicants based in the Philippines, and USD 100.00 for offshore-based applicants. 
5.   Two identical 2” x 2” photos and two identical 1” x 1” photos, with your name and the program applied for printed at the back of the photos 
6.   500-word essay explaining why you are applying for admission to the curricular program you have indicated and to the UP Open University. 
7.   Photocopy of NSO Birth Certificate 
8.     Photocopy of government-issued IDS with photo 
9. Additional Requirements for Foreign Applicants:                         
   
   1. Five (5) copies of the Student’s Personal History Statement (PHS) duly signed by him, both in English, and his national alphabet accompanied by his personal seal, if any, and containing, among others, his left and right thumbprints and a 2×2 inch photograph on plain white background taken not more than six months prior to submission.
   2. A notarized affidavit of support including bank statements or notarized notice of grant for institutional scholars to cover expenses for the student’s accommodation and subsistence, as well as school dues and other incidental expenses;
   3. Scholastic Records duly authenticated by the Philippine Foreign Service Post located in the student applicant’s country of origin or legal residence;
   4. Photocopy of data page of the student’s passport showing date and place of birth, and birth certificate or its equivalent duly authenticated by the Philippine Foreign Service Post.

As posted in the Office of the University Registrar Website

Check the academic calendar to make sure you do not miss the deadline for submission of applications. For other important information related to registration, please browse through our Office of the University Registrar website.