AB in Development Studies

Development Studies is a distinct field of multidisciplinary study, research and policy analysis directed at understanding the processes and imperatives of national, regional, community and global transformation. The degree program combines key insights from Economics, Political Science, Sociology and Management in order to develop, manage and evaluate approaches for institutionalizing sustainable improvements in people’s quality of life. The degree program provides an excellent blend of theoretical and applied training. Development Studies students are trained to appreciate diverse perspectives, undertake development research, analyze development policies and manage development interventions. The program provides excellent preparation for careers in multilateral and bilateral development organizations, 164:Teaching & Academics:Law and politics, Foreign Service, corporate foundations and non-government organizations, development communications and development research, and the executive and legislative branches of government. Students may also use their field of specialization as a springboard for graduate and professional studies. Read of AB in Development Studies graduates of Ateneo de Manila University

Freshman Admission Requirements:
Admission Requirements - Freshmen: 1. Application form (4 pages) 2. High School Record and Principal's Recommendation Form 3. Two (2) sealed Recommendation Forms 4. Personal Essay 5. Data Privacy Consent Form 6. Acknowledgment Slip 7. Scholarship / Financial Aid Questionnaire (if applicable) 8. Ateneo College Entrance Test (ACET) Exam Permit

Transferees Admission Requirements:
Admission Requirements - Transferees: 1. Application form 2. Two (2) sealed Recommendation Forms 3. Personal Essay 4. Acknowledgment Slip 5. Photocopy of Unofficial Transcript of College Grades covering up to the last completed semester (Photocopy of Registration form with list of classes, class cards or computer print-out grades certified by the school may be submitted. Please bring original copies for verification.) 6. Scholarship/Financial Aid Questionnaire (if applicable) 7. (For international applicants except United Arab Emirates) Scholastic Aptitude Test I (SAT I) Results if replacing the ACET with SAT I. Note: The SAT I must have been taken within the last two years prior to the application. International applicants who have downloaded the application form must enclose the application fee payment. Please see the payment schedule below: International applicants except applicants from United Arab Emirates and Middle East - US$50 or Php2,800 Applicants taking the ACET in the United Arab Emirates - US$100 or AED 370 Applicants from the Middle East taking the SAT I in lieu of the ACET - US$50 or Php2,800 Payments (cash or cheque) must be in good condition (i.e., without creases, torn edges and pen marking). Foreign cheques must be from a major US bank or it's affiliated local banks. Please make cheque payable to “Ateneo de Manila University”. The application fee is non-refundable. Send your requirements via courier to the following address: Office of Admission and Aid G/F Kostka Hall Ateneo de Manila University Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights Quezon City, Philippines 1108

Foreign Students Admission Requirements:
Admission Requirements - Foreign Students: A. For International Freshman Applicants (except United Arab Emirates and the Middle East) 1. Application form (4 pages) 2. High School Record and Principal's Recommendation Form 3. Two (2) sealed Recommendation Forms 4. Personal Essay 5. Acknowledgment Slip 6. Scholarship/Financial Aid Questionnaire (if applicable) 7. One of the following: • Ateneo College Entrance Test (ACET) Exam Permit • Scholastic Aptitude Test I (SAT I) Results. The SAT I must have been taken within the last two years prior to application. • International Baccalaureatte (IB) Diploma Scores (Please attached a letter signifying the intention to use the IB Diploma for application). 8. Enclosed Application Fee US$50