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Admissions

Admission Requirements

Core documentary requirements are organized by applicant category for clear reference.

Department-specific admission and retention requirements may apply.

Citizen’s Charter

Admission Process

The official process moves from pre-registration and screening through examination, interview, and enrollment guidance for successful applicants.

  1. 1

    Pre-registration

    10 minutes

    Submit the applicable preliminary school record through the College’s current official pre-registration channel.

    • Report Card for an incoming freshman applicant.
    • Honorable Dismissal for a transferee applicant.
  2. 2

    Qualification and screening

    30 days

    The Registrar screens applications and identifies applicants qualified to take the entrance examination.

  3. 3

    Entrance Examination

    1 day

    Qualified applicants take the entrance examination using the admission documents identified in the Citizen’s Charter.

    • Admission Form.
    • Original Report Card for an incoming freshman applicant.
    • Honorable Dismissal for a transferee applicant.
    • Valid ID.
  4. 4

    Interview

    1 day

    Applicants who pass the entrance examination proceed to the interview stage.

    • Admission Form.
    • Original Report Card for an incoming freshman applicant.
    • Honorable Dismissal for a transferee applicant.
    • Valid ID.
  5. 5

    Results and enrollment instructions

    2–5 days

    Successful applicants receive the applicable enrollment instructions through the College’s current official communication channel.

    • Original Report Card for an incoming freshman applicant.
    • Honorable Dismissal for a transferee applicant.
    • Original PSA Birth Certificate.
    • Certificate of Good Moral Character.

Processing times are based on the current published Citizen’s Charter and may be subject to applicable institutional requirements.

Documentary guidance

Requirements by Applicant Category

New Students

Senior high school graduates enrolling in the College for the first time.

  • Pass the written and oral entrance examination.
  • Form 138 or Report Card.
  • PSA Birth Certificate — original and photocopy.
  • Certificate of Good Moral Character.
  • Two 2×2 pictures with white background and nametag.

Transfer Students

Applicants who have enrolled in collegiate or technical courses at another institution.

  • Pass the written and oral entrance examination.
  • Original Certificate of Transfer Credentials or Honorable Dismissal.
  • Transcript of Records.
  • Certificate of Good Moral Character.
  • Two 2×2 pictures with white background and nametag.
  • Photocopy of marriage certificate, if applicable.

Returnee Students

Former CPC students returning after discontinuing their studies without enrolling at another institution.

  • Copy of the evaluation of grades previously enrolled.
  • Clearance from the last term attended.
  • Photocopy of marriage certificate, if applicable.

Shifting Students

Current or former CPC students seeking to enroll in another program offered by the College.

  • Copy of the evaluation of grades previously enrolled.
  • Clearance from the last term attended.
  • Photocopy of marriage certificate, if applicable.

Continuing Students

Students enrolled at CPC during the immediately preceding semester.

  • Clearance from the last term attended.

Requirements and procedures may be updated by the College. Applicants are advised to confirm current requirements with the Registrar or Admissions Office.