International & External Affairs

The International and External Affairs Office (IEAO) includes developing and implementing initiatives that promote international cooperation and collaboration, managing international partnerships, and alliances. It organizes and promotes international events, as well as handling visa and other administrative issues related to the concerns of international students and partners.

Our Services

Mission & Vision

Vision

The International and External Affairs Office envisions in building enduring relationships to local and international partners by promoting advocacies, linkages and service programs beneficial in attaining the UPHSL vision, mission and objectives.

Mission

An integrated organization driven by advocacy, linkage and service programs to achieve results. As such, the International and External Affairs Office endeavors to advance UPHSL advocacies, foster local and international linkages with organizations, industries, agencies, companies, and educational institutions both public and private by sharing its resources, skills and expertise to contribute to the advancement of the global society.

News & Updates

Commission on Higher Education (CHED) CALABARZON IZN Awards

The University of Perpetual Help System Laguna (UPHSL) emerged as one of the outstanding universities emerged among State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and private Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Region IV-A during the "2023 Commission on Higher Education (CHED) CALABARZON IZN Awards".

29th National Crime Prevention Week WITH NAPOLCOM

The University of Perpetual Help System Laguna with the College of Criminology and the Office of International and External Affairs joins the NAPOLCOM in celebrating the 29th National Crime Prevention Week through series of lectures delivered by the University's external partners to the students of the institution.

5th Leadership and Management Perspectives (LAMP) in Higher Education

Dr. Josefa G. Carrillo, the Director for International and External Affairs of the University of Perpetual Help System Laguna (UPHSL) took the helm in representing the university in the 5th Leadership and Management Perspectives (LAMP) in Higher Education Summit held at Manila Central University in Caloocan City, Metro Manila.

Annual Institutional Job Fair 2023

The University of Perpetual Help System Laguna (UPHSL) hosted its highly anticipated Annual Job Fair. Dr. Josefa G. Carrillo, the Director for International and External Affairs, took the helm of this significant event, in a collaborative effort with the dedicated Alumni Department.

Student Visa Conversion

Joint letter addressed to the commissioner from the applicant and the authorized representative of UPHSL using the school letterhead with a dry seal from the Office of International and External Affairs (IEAO)
2 Duly accomplished CGAF (BI Form 2014-00-003 Rev 0) downloaded from the Bureau of Immigration website
Photocopy of Passport bio-page and latest admission with valid authorized stay (4 copies)
Bureau of Quarantine (BOQ) stamp; (from Bureau of Quarantine Manila)
Notice of Acceptance of the applicant bearing a clear impression of the school's official dry seal from the Registrar's Office of the University
Endorsement addressed to the commissioner from the school for the conversion of the applicant's status, signed by the School Registrar
CHED Endorsement for transfer and shifting of course, if applicable
National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Clearance, if the application is filed (6) months or more from the date of the first arrival in the Philippines
Photocopy of Bureau of Immigration school accreditation ID of the school representative

Visa Conversion Process

Submission of the documents of the foreign student (FS) by the school representative to the Bureau of Immigration – Student Visa Section for application of conversion and payment of the required fees (conversion and ACR/I-Card). Validation will take 3 to 4 weeks.
Claiming of the approved conversion of tourist visa to student visa and booking of the schedule of FS for personal appearance intended for biometrics in the Bureau of Immigration by the school representative. Scheduled appearance will be given by the Bureau of Immigration.
Application of ACR/I-Card of the FS by the school representative. This process will take 1 to 2 months.
Claiming of the ACR/I-Card of the foreign student.

Required Documents

3 pcs 2x2 picture w/ white background
Original Passport
Original copy and duplicate of individual Medical Examinations if already done in another clinic with original signature of the concerned doctor/specialist
Physical Appearance and Examination in the Bureau of Quarantine

What We Offer

International On-the-Job Training

Provides opportunity to the students to gain international experience by completing part of their education in a foreign host country and to foster mutual understanding and cooperation between the host country and the Philippines.

Training Goals

Broaden the access of deserving qualified students to higher learning and skills development through actual application.

International Program Development

Assistance for faculty members in proposal development and the identification of external funding. Enhancement of UPHSL Faculty Members' international expertise by assisting them in conducting international research or other kinds of academic creative activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does UPHSL admit/accept transferees for undergraduate/graduate program from another Philippine school or school abroad?

YES. The University is accepting transferees from another school provided that they will secure CHED endorsement.

Where can I get information on courses?

University of Perpetual Help System Laguna has a wide range of courses at various levels - Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate. For information, please browse the programs offered at uphsl.edu.ph.

Can an international student take an admission exam any time of the year?

Yes, provided he takes the exam during the admission exam schedule in time for the enrollment schedule for first or second semester or summer.

How do I get a visa?

After meeting all the requirements (academic, language and documentary) UPHSL Registrar's Office will issue a Notice of Acceptance and Endorsement Letter needed for converting current visa to student visa. The Liaison Officer of UPHSL will assist students at the Bureau of Immigration.

How long does it take to get a student visa?

Processing of student visa conversion takes at most 2-3 months provided documents are complete and duly authenticated by the Philippine Foreign Service Post in the applicant's country of origin. The UPHSL Liaison officer of the International and External Affairs Office (IEAO) facilitates student visa processing.

If I am below 18 years old, am I required to have a student visa?

A Special Study Permit (SSP) from the Philippine Bureau of Immigration is required for a student below 18 years old. The UPHSL Liaison Officer of the IEAO will assist you in securing the SSP.

Quality Objectives

Delivering programs and services that can help the academic community of UPHSL in its international and external relations

Provide a well-defined and functional link between UPHSL and institutional partners

Establish partnerships with local and international Higher Educational Institutions (HEI), industry, government agencies, and other groups for knowledge generation and dissemination

Create partnerships with the adopted community and other groups that are productive and mutually beneficial to the University to foster academe-community collaborations

Key Accomplishments

1ST LAGUNA EMPLOYMENT SUMMIT "WORKING TOWARDS A RESPONSIVE EMPLOYABILITY FRAMEWORK"

2nd Industry Partners' Recognition Day

AFS Host School & Host Family Orientation

Annual Institutional Job Fair 2019

Arrival of AFS Scholars and Courtesy Call

ASPELO 4th General Assembly & Launching of Employment Summit

ASPELO and LES Technical Working Group Meeting

Association of PESO Locators (ASPELO) General Assembly & 5th Anniversary

Consortium of Teacher Education Institutions of the South (CoTEIs) "2nd Membership Assembly"

Consortium of Teacher Education Institution of the South (CoTEIs) 3rd Board Meeting and Induction Rites

External Affairs Office Facilitated the Sponsorship of UPHSL Takbo Saya 2018

FAITH College 18th Foundation Year Re Transforming Ourselves

First ANTENA Project Survey Regional Meeting CHED through International Affairs Staff

Meeting with Chinese Visitors, Deans, and Support Services

Meeting with DOST - FNRI Representatives

Network of CALABARZON Educational Institutions, Inc. (NOCEI)

NOCEI Strategic Planning and Board of Trustees Meeting

PATLEPAM 23rd National Educators

UPHSL Institutional Partners' Visit

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