Overview
Ateneo de Manila University is a premier private Catholic research university and one of the Philippines’ most prestigious institutions. Founded in 1859 by Spanish Jesuits, it is renowned for excellence in liberal arts, business, law, and science & technology, consistently ranking among Asia’s top universities.
2. General Information
| Name | Ateneo de Manila University |
| Motto | “Lux in Domino” (Light in the Lord) |
| Established | 1859 (as Escuela Municipal) 1959 (university status) |
| Type | Private Catholic Research University |
| Location | Loyola Heights, Quezon City, Metro Manila |
| Website | www.ateneo.edu |
3. Fee Structure (2024-2025)
| Program Level | Tuition (PHP/semester) | Estimated Annual Fees (PHP) |
| Undergraduate | 100,000-150,000 | 220,000-320,000 |
| Graduate | 60,000-120,000 | 150,000-250,000 |
| Professional (Law/Med) | 150,000-200,000 | 350,000-450,000 |
4. Academic Units
- School of Humanities
- John Gokongwei School of Management
- School of Science & Engineering
- School of Social Sciences
- School of Medicine & Public Health
- Law School
- Graduate School of Business
- School of Education
- Professional Schools (Continuing Education)
5. Campus Facilities
- Rizal Library (1.5 million volumes)
- Leong Hall Auditorium
- Science Education Complex
- Ateneo Professional Schools Rockwell Campus
- Blue Eagle Gym (UAAP competitions)
- University Dormitories
- Jesuit Residence Archives
6. Student Life
- On-campus housing (PHP 15,000-25,000/month)
- Over 100 student organizations
- Annual “Blue Roast” tradition
- Varsity teams (Ateneo Blue Eagles)
- Loyola Schools Publications
- University Athletics Office
7. Contact Information
- Phone: +63 2 8426 6001
- Admissions: +63 2 8426 6001 loc. 5000
- Email: info@ateneo.edu
- Address: Loyola Heights, Quezon City 1108
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