Local Fees in Philippine Pesos: What Do You Pay in the Philippines?

The institute may charge local fees separately from programme and accommodation prices in dollars. Understand each item, when it is payable and whether any amounts are refundable.

SSP and cards
Books and ID
Accommodation services
Deposit and pickup

Break down the list

Common types of local fees

An item appearing at one institute does not mean the same amount or policy applies at another. Check the list for your campus and duration.

SSP and cards

Documents or cards related to study and residence, depending on the student’s length of stay and the required procedures.

Documents

Visa and extensions

These may be included in local fees or calculated separately, depending on the length of stay.

Stay

Books and ID

Books depend on the programme, level and duration. There may also be a student ID card or other materials.

Study

Water and electricity

These may be included, subject to an allowance, or charged according to usage and accommodation.

Services

Pickup

This varies with the arrival point, time, campus and whether the transfer is individual or shared.

Arrival

Deposit

This may be refundable subject to conditions, after deducting any outstanding charges or damage costs under the institute’s policy.

Funds required

Before paying

How should you review your local fee statement?

Ask for the name of each item in English and Arabic.
Establish whether payment is due before travel or after arrival.
Separate refundable amounts from non-refundable expenses.
Confirm the campus, programme and duration shown on the list.
Ask what is included in the accommodation.
Keep a receipt for every local payment.

Request the local fee list for your institute, campus and duration. Check the amount, payment date and whether each item is refundable, as these details vary from case to case.

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