The academic reputation of Philippine higher education continues to grow, with 25 Philippine higher education institutions (HEIs) securing spots in the 2025 QS Asia University Rankings.

In a statement, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) noted that, from 16 last year, nine HEIs have entered this year’s list.

This, CHED said, proves its “strengthened efforts to push Philippine HEIs to advance their education quality and competitiveness.”

CHED Secretary Popoy De Vera congratulated the 25 Philippine HEIs for their “remarkable achievements” in the 2025 QS Asia University Rankings.

“Their dedication and relentless efforts highlight the capabilities and potential of Philippine higher education on an international scale and deserve our highest commendation,” he added.

CHED listed the following Philippine HEIs in the 2025 QS Asia Rankings:

1. University of the Philippines (86)
2. Ateneo de Manila University (142)
3. De La Salle University (163)
4. University of Santo Tomas (181)
5. Adamson University (411-420)
6. University of San Carlos (481-490)
7. Polytechnic University of the Philippines (541-560)
8. Mapúa University (561-580)
9. Silliman University (601-620)
10. Far Eastern University (681-700)
11. Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology (701-750)
12. Ateneo de Davao University (701-750)
13. Saint Louis University (751-800)
14. Mindanao State University (801-850)
15. Xavier University (801-850)
16. Lyceum of the Philippines University (801-850)
17. Central Mindanao University (851-900)
18. Cebu Technological University (851-900)
19. Central Luzon State University (851-900)
20. Central Philippine University (851-900)
21. West Visayas State University (901+)
22. Angeles University Foundation (901+)
23. University of Southeastern Philippines (901+)
24. University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (901+)
25. University of Southern Mindanao (901+)

Growing presence

Meanwhile, De Vera noted that the Philippines is “witnessing a growing presence of Philippine universities recognized not only in Asia but across the world.”

This trend, he added, aligns with the directives of President Marcos to “internationalize Philippine HEIs and strengthen their global reputation.”

In the list, UP (86th place) led the 25 Philippine HEIs, followed by Ateneo de Manila University at 142nd place, De La Salle University at 163rd place, and the University of Santo Tomas at 181st place.

Notably, CHED said that West Visayas State University, Angeles University Foundation, University of Southeastern Philippines, University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines, and University of Southern Mindanao have made their debut in the QS Asia Rankings.

The Central Luzon State University, Central Mindanao University, Central Philippine University, and Cebu Technological University have re-entered the list this year after a brief absence.

CHED explained that the annual QS Asia University Rankings assess institutions on a broad spectrum of key performance indicators, including international standards, academic reputation, employer reputation, and faculty-to-student ratios, among other metrics.

The rankings also incorporate performance indicators tailored to the Asian context, such as research output, citations per faculty, and international research collaborations, which collectively reflect the region’s unique academic and research priorities.

QS Senior Vice President Ben Sowter said Philippine universities “have built a strong reputation among international employers and exhibit a robust international agenda.”

“Meanwhile, its skyrocketing academic renown represents a highlight for the country in this year’s ranking,” he added.