By Karren Jay G. Asgar

Central Philippine University (CPU) opens registration for the Online CPU College Aptitude Test (CPUCAT) for students residing abroad for School Year 2026–2027, with schedules and requirements shown above.

Central Philippine University (CPU) announced that registration is now open for the Online CPU College Aptitude Test (CPUCAT) for incoming first-year students residing abroad for School Year 2026-2027. The announcement was posted on September 3, 2025, through the university’s official Facebook page.

The CPUCAT is the university’s entrance examination and serves as the first step for students aspiring to join the Centralian community. By offering the test online, CPU makes it possible for international applicants to conveniently pursue their academic journey at CPU without the need to travel.

The CPUCAT for students abroad will be administered on the following dates: November 22, 2025; December 6, 2025; January 24, 2026; February 28, 2026; March 21, 2026; April 18, 2026; May 23, 2026; and June 20, 2026, all scheduled at 1:00 PM Philippine Standard Time.

Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable CPUCAT fee of Php3,000.00 and present a valid school ID, passport, or any valid identification card. They must also prepare a computer for the online examination and submit proof of studying abroad or residency, which may include but not limited to student visa or study permit, official enrollment documents, academic records, a certificate of residency, or a passport with visa or travel stamps.

Interested applicants may register by scanning the QR code provided in the official CPU poster. For inquiries, they may contact the CPU Information Center through email at infocenter@cpu.edu.ph, mobile numbers 0908-788-5323 and 0921-760-2647, or landline numbers (033) 329-1971 and (033) 330-7200 local 2129.

CPU looks forward to welcoming new students through the CPUCAT and is excited to have them join and be part of the Centralian community.