University of Southeastern Philippines
Office of the Dean of Advanced Studies
Graduate School Admission Process
These guidelines provide USeP Graduate School applicants the minimum requirements and basic
procedures to be followed for Admission. Colleges may require submission of additional requirements for
admission.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor's (for Master’s applicants) or Master's degree (for Doctoral applicants) from any
recognized institution;
Relevant industry experience subject to the guidelines of the colleges
Application Process
Applicant takes the Graduate School Admission Test (GSAT).
The GSAT comprises of aptitude tests for Mathematics and English, and a psychological examination administered by
the University Assessment and Guidance Center (UAGC). For Applicants outside Mindanao, the GSAT shall be
administered online via Zoom by the UAGC in partnership with the Ateneo de Davao University Center of Psychological
Extension and Research Services (COPERS).
Applicants may schedule their test through this link: forms.gle/mrn9x9CFuGUhq5UM9. To confirm their schedule, the
applicant must pay a testing fee provided in the table below.
GSAT Schedule and Fees
VENUE
Obrero Campus
Mintal Campus
Tagum Apokon Campus
Online via Zoom
(For applicants outside
Mindanao)
SCHEDULE
Tuesday
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June 7, 14, 21, 28
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July 5, 12
Saturday
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June 11
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July 2, 9
Saturday
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June 25
Wednesday
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June 29
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July 6, 13
Wednesday
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June 8, 15, 22
Saturday
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June 18
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July 16
TIME
Morning
 9:00-10:00 AM
(70 Applicants)
 10:30-11:30 AM
(70 Applicants)
PhP 750.00
(To be settled with the
University Finance Division
per campus)
Afternoon
 1:30-2:30 PM
(35 Applicants)
To be scheduled based on the number of applicants
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Address: University of Southeastern Philippines
Iñigo St., Bo. Obrero, Davao City
Philippines 8000
TESTING FEE AND
PAYMENT CENTER
Telephone: (082) 227-8192 local 255
Website: www.usep.edu.ph
E-mail: president@usep.edu.ph
PhP 1000.00
(To be settled directly with
COPERS)
For inquiries or concerns on scheduling, the applicant may contact the Office of the Advanced Studies at
oas@usep.edu.ph or local 310.
Applicant earns a "PASS" mark in the GSAT.
To earn a “PASS” mark, the applicant must get a score of at least 80% in Mathematics and English. The
UAGC will then send a copy of the results, which will be sent to the applicant within 5 days
from taking the exam.
Passed applicant must submit their requirements to their prospective college or to the Office
of the Advanced Studies.
The following documents must be submitted:
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Student Information Sheet
Recommendations
Concept Paper (for doctoral program applicants)
Original copy of the Transcript of Records
Original copy of Honorable Dismissal or Transfer Credentials
Recent 2x2 ID photo
Certificate of Employment (if applicable)
Non-refundable fee for processing and documentation
Signed Data Privacy and Non-Disclosure Agreement Form
PSA authenticated Birth Certificate
PSA authenticated Marriage Certificate (for female students)
Foreign students are required to submit additional documents:
o Photocopy of certificate or diploma received
o Certification of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of at least
60 or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with score of at least
6.0.
o Other requirements by the International Affairs Division (IAD)
Admissions forms may be downloaded through this link: tinyurl.com/mvcnp8n7
The applicant shall then proceed to their chosen college for assessment and evaluation.
Colleges may require applicants to pass an interview stage, conducted in person or online. Once the
applicant has been evaluated, they may proceed to the next step of the application process.
The Admissions Unit shall issue the qualified student a Notice of Admission to the Program
(NOAP). Subsequently, the University Registrar USeP Student ID and portal credentials upon
enrolment.
Once documents are in order, the Admissions Unit shall issue the student their NOAP. The University
Registrar shall then issue their student ID and portal credentials within 3 to 5 days.
Students with incomplete transfer credentials are granted a Provisional Status. Students with Provisional
Status shall become regular students after submission of all requirements to the Registrar.
The student goes through the enrolment process.
Students are considered officially enrolled upon completion of the enrolment process which includes
advisement, payment of fees and registration.
WE BUILD DREAMS WITHOUT LIMITS
Address: University of Southeastern Philippines
Iñigo St., Bo. Obrero, Davao City
Philippines 8000
Telephone: (082) 227-8192 local 255
Website: www.usep.edu.ph
E-mail: president@usep.edu.ph
GRADUATE SCHOOL ENROLMENT PROCEDURE
(FOR OLD/NEW STUDENTS)
Step 1.
The student should accomplish the college enrolment form to select their preferred courses.
The Program Head reviews the enrolment form, encodes the courses, and generates the
billing statement or Pre-Registration Assessment (PRA) to the student.
Step 2.
If there are no concerns on the PRA, the student must sign the said form and forward the
signed copy to the program head.
NOTE: Students who require further advise/evaluation should contact their program head
before signing the PRA.
Step 3.
The student shall pay the amount indicated in the PRA through designated payment centers
or to the University Cashier.
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Step 4.
For bank payments, a copy of the receipt or deposit slip must be sent to the to the program
head which will then be forwarded to the Finance Department for validation and tagging.
Once tagged, an Official Receipt will be issued to the student.
Step 5.
The student shall receive notification of Official Enrolment.
The student is officially enrolled.
WE BUILD DREAMS WITHOUT LIMITS
Address: University of Southeastern Philippines
Iñigo St., Bo. Obrero, Davao City
Philippines 8000
Telephone: (082) 227-8192 local 255
Website: www.usep.edu.ph
E-mail: president@usep.edu.ph