Polytechnic University of the PhilippinesStudent Guide

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Student guide · First Semester, Academic Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Polytechnic University of the Philippines

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
First Semester, Academic Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
13
Local details
10

Academic calendar

First Semester, Academic Year 2026-2027 runs Jun 22, 2026 – Dec 22, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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  2. First Semester 2026-2027First Semester, Academic Year 2026-2027
  3. First Semester 2026-2027
  4. Second Semester, Academic Year 2026-2027
  5. Summer Term, Academic Year 2026-2027

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13 terms

F

FEWA
First Ever Within Anonas; a famous oversized footlong sandwich stall located near the campus.

H

Hasmin
The Hasmin Hostel and Dormitory located at the PUP Hasmin Campus, primarily housing HRM and Tourism students.

I

Iskolar ng Bayan
Scholar of the People; the standard term for students attending the state university.

L

Linear
The Linear Park area inside the Mabini Campus, known for various affordable food stalls and student hangouts.

P

PUP BC
PUP Broadcasting Company, the official student-run radio and television organization of the College of Communication.

S

SAMASA
Sandigan ng Mag-aaral para sa Sambayanan, a long-standing student political party on campus.
Singko
A grade of 5.0, which is the failing mark in the university's grading system.
Sintang Paaralan
Beloved School; the official moniker of the university taken from its hymn.
SKM
Sentral na Konseho ng Mag-aaral, the university's Central Student Council.
STAND PUP
Student Alliance for the Advancement of Democratic Rights in PUP, a prominent student activist organization.
Submarine
A budget-friendly fried snack or sandwich popular among students for its low price.

T

Teresa
Teresa Street, the main road leading to the university gate packed with affordable eateries and printing shops.
Tres
A grade of 3.0, the minimum passing grade required to earn credit for a subject.

Places and practicalities

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

10 details
ACE
Adjustment, Cancellation, and Enrollment; the formal process for adding or dropping subjects after the initial enrollment period.
CEA
The College of Engineering and Architecture building located at the NDC Compound/Laging Handa area.
COC
The College of Communication building located in the Santa Mesa campus area.
Ferry
The Pasig River Ferry Service, which has a station (Santa Mesa Station) directly accessible to PUP students as a commute alternative.
ITech
The Institute of Technology building, often referring to the campus area dedicated to vocational and technical courses.
Main
The Mabini Campus Main Building, which houses most administrative offices and the East, West, North, and South wings.
pup_caf
PUP Café
Pylon
The iconic monument at the main entrance of the Mabini Campus, serving as the most common meeting point for students.
SIS
Student Information System; the online portal used by students to check grades, schedules, and enrollment status.
university_canteen
University Canteen

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What academic term is relevant now?
First Semester, Academic Year 2026-2027 runs Jun 22, 2026 – Dec 22, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
13 approved campus terms and 10 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 Sta. Mesa for Polytechnic University of the Philippines Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Sta. Mesa.

Timezone

Asia/Manila

Median Rent

$220

Cost of Living Index

60

Student Population

30,000

City Transportation

Walkability

70

Bikeability

35

Public Transit

Jeepney routes, City buses, UV Express vans, Nearby LRT-2 and MRT lines

Nearest Airports

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Metro Manila)

Climate Averages

Climate

Tropical monsoon

Avg Annual Temp

82°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

PUP Main Parking Lot

surface_lot • Limited

Located near the main entrance; often reaches capacity early.

Campus News

Latest updates from Polytechnic University of the Philippines

PUP Inaugurates New Campus in Pandi, Bulacan

PUP opened its first campus in Pandi, Bulacan, which also serves as the first PUP Open University System in the Philippines, with an initial capacity for 127 students.

Sep 7, 2026

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PUP Law Community Rallies Support for 2026 Bar Exam Takers

Members of the PUP Centralized Bar Operations accompanied and cheered for their bar takers at the University of Santo Tomas during the first day of the 2026 Bar Examinations.

Sep 6, 2026

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Student Innovators Clinch Awards at ASEAN AI Hackathon 2026

Two teams from the PUP Sta. Mesa Campus, PUPQ-Hackbigans and PUP-ATLAN, won Second Runner-Up and the Most Innovative AI Award, respectively, at the grand finale in Vietnam.

Sep 1, 2026

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Three Alumni Rank Among Topnotchers in August 2026 CPMLE

PUP graduates secured top positions in the August 2026 Chemical Plant Manager Licensure Examination.

Sep 1, 2026

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Classes at all levels in Manila, including PUP Sta. Mesa, are suspended on September 9, 2026, due to heavy rainfall and flooding brought by the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat).

Classes at all levels in Manila, including PUP Sta. Mesa, are suspended on September 9, 2026, due to heavy rainfall and flooding brought by the Southwest Monsoon (Habagat).

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Polytechnic University of the Philippines

Orasho Empirata by PUP Sining-Lahi Polyrepertory

September 10, 2026

Bulwagang Balagtas and Tanghalang PUP, Sta. Mesa, Manila

A triple-bill theater production featuring Sa Babaeng Lahat, Mga Halimaw Rin Kami, and Anino ng Pagtubos, concluding the 44th theater season.

Deadline for Application for Change of Enrollment (ACE)

September 11, 2026

Office of the University Registrar (OUR)

Final day for students to submit ACE forms for the First Semester of Academic Year 2026-2027.

Last Day of Tuition and Fee Payment

September 15, 2026

LANDBANK or PUP Cashier

Deadline for payment of tuition, miscellaneous, and other fees for students not covered by Republic Act 10931.

PUP Year-End Graduation Rites (Undergraduate)

September 16, 2026

PUP Gymnasium, Sta. Mesa Campus

Commencement exercises for undergraduate students, scheduled to run from September 16 to 20, 2026.

Ang Ibang Lady Gaga Theater Production

September 17, 2026

Tanghalang PUP, COC Compound, Sta. Mesa, Manila

A production using fragmented storytelling to depict the life and experiences of a Filipino migrant worker, based on the book of flash fictions by Alvarez.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@pup.edu.ph

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