Shifting to another undergraduate program


A current UPOU undergraduate student wishing to shift from their current program to another UPOU undergraduate program (for example, shifting from BAMS to BES) should have earned at least 18 academic units but not exceeding 36 academic units, depending on the program, with a GWA of 2.5.


The student shall not be allowed to return to their previous program once shifting has been approved. Shifting is permitted for the following: 

1. Bachelor’s to Bachelor's program, 

2. Bachelor’s program to AA


However, shifting is not allowed for AA to Bachelor’s program.


Application Requirements:


Accomplished Application for Shifting of Program (Undergraduate) Form;

True Copy of Grades (TCG);

Photocopy of Transcript of Records (TOR) from former school/schools.


Note: TCG and TOR from former school/s can be requested from the UPOU Office of the University Registrar. Go to the Request Documents page for more information.


How to apply for shifting of program:


Step 1: Submit/Email the application requirements to your current Faculty of Study (FEd, FICS, or FMDS) on or before the deadline for submission of application documents (refer to the academic calendar for deadlines).


Step 2: Wait for an email from admissions of the UPOU Office of the University Registrar notifying you of the result of your application.


Transfer to another graduate program


A current UPOU graduate student who would like to transfer to another degree program in UPOU should submit the following:

  1. Transfer of Program form (Please email [email protected] for the form)
  2. Essay
  3. Other program-specific requirements


Applicants to the Master of Public and Management (MPM) program should take and pass the MPM Graduate Admission Test (GAT). The student shall not be allowed to return to their program once application for transfer has been approved.


How to apply for transfer of program:


Step 1: Submit/Email the application requirements to your current Faculty of Study (FEd, FICS, or FMDS) on or before the deadline for submission of application documents (refer to the academic calendar for deadlines). Students who would like to transfer to MPM must take the GAT during the nearest regular schedule.


Step 2: Wait for an email from admissions of the UPOU Office of the University Registrar notifying you of the result of your application.


For UPOU students who wish to shift to another degree program in another UP constituent university or another university, they should consult with the university they plan to transfer to.



For inquiries or concerns about shifting/transferring, please email the UPOU Admission Section: [email protected]