Philippine Women's UniversityStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for Philippine Women's University. Core organization is free for students.

University in Manila, Metro Manila. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Second Trimester

The semester, explained for Philippine Women's University

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Second Trimester
Campus terms
12
Local details
8

Academic calendar

Second Trimester runs Oct 13, 2026 – Feb 22, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Campus language

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12 terms

C

CBM
College of Business and Management student organization.
CD
College of Dentistry student organization.
COEA
College of Education and Arts student organization.
CON
College of Nursing student council.
COP
College of Pharmacy student organization.

H

HZB Hall
Helena Z Benitez Hall, the university's primary on-campus residential facility for female students.

P

Philwomenian
The official term and identity used by students and alumni of the Philippine Women's University.
PWU-USC
Philippine Women's University - University Student Council, the highest student governing body.

S

SHTM
School of Hospitality and Tourism Management student body.

T

The Canteen
The main indoor university food service area located within the Manila campus.
The Patio
The Conrado Benitez Patio, a central open-air area where students gather to eat and socialize.
The Philwomenian
The official student publication of the university.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

8 details
CB Hall
Conrado Benitez Hall, one of the main administrative and academic buildings.
food_kiosks
Food Kiosks
HB Hall
Helena Z Benitez Hall, housing various academic departments and the dormitory.
LRT Pedro Gil
The primary public transit landmark; the campus is located a short walk from the LRT-1 Pedro Gil Station.
pwu_cafeteria
PWU Cafeteria
SF Hall
San Francisco Hall, primarily used by the College of Nursing.
Taft
The common shorthand for the Manila campus location situated along Taft Avenue.
Uniform Check
The university enforces a strict dress code and uniform policy for different colleges, checked at the entrance.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Second Trimester runs Oct 13, 2026 – Feb 22, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
12 approved campus terms and 8 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Manila for Philippine Women's University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Manila.

Timezone

Asia/Manila

Median Rent

$340

Cost of Living Index

45

Student Population

650,000

City Transportation

Walkability

70

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

Jeepney network, Manila Light Rail Transit (LRT), Metro Rail Transit (MRT)

Nearest Airports

Ninoy Aquino International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Tropical monsoon

Avg Annual Temp

85.5°F

Avg Snowfall

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Campus News

Latest updates from Philippine Women's University

PWU Women's Volleyball Team Secures Sweep Against MCU

The Philippine Women's University Women's Volleyball Team (WVT) achieved a 3–0 sweep against Manila Central University in the Universities and Colleges Athletic League (UCAL) Season 9.

Oct 9, 2026

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Environmental Science Candidates Successfully Pass Defenses

Four Master of Science in Environmental Science and Management candidates successfully passed their proposal and final defenses, continuing the university's legacy in environmental education.

Oct 8, 2026

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PWU Celebrates Family Day 2026

The university community gathered for 'Sama-sama at Salu-salo,' a meaningful day of celebration and community building for the PWU family.

Oct 7, 2026

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Champions for Change PH Movement Visits PWU Manila

The Champions for Change PH movement visited the Manila campus to engage youth in conversations about leadership and social change.

Oct 6, 2026

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Updated Learning Modality and Work Arrangements implemented due to the State of National Energy Emergency.

Updated Learning Modality and Work Arrangements implemented due to the State of National Energy Emergency.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Philippine Women's University

Classes Start (Second Trimester AY 2026-2027)

October 12, 2026

PWU Manila Campus

Official start of classes for the second trimester of the 2026-2027 academic year.

MCT4SD 2026 Paper Submission Deadline

October 16, 2026

Online / PWU Manila

Deadline to submit research papers for the 3rd International Conference on Machine and Computing Technologies for Sustainable Development (MCT4SD 2026).

Curriculum Showcase Day (JASMS Manila)

October 20, 2026

PWU JASMS Manila

An event inviting parents and guardians to explore exhibits showcasing student learning and creations from the first term.

Preliminary Examination Period

November 9, 2026

PWU Manila Campus

Examination week for students enrolled in the second trimester of AY 2026-2027.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@pwu.edu

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