History
It is a Catholic coeducational institution founded in 1911 by the Brothers of the Christian Schools.
Education
The University is a hub for higher education training renowned for its academic excellence, prolific and relevant research, and involved community service.
Research
Forward-looking research addresses the need for timely and appropriate knowledge and applications. It provides insights into critical issues, and positions all people and instruments needed in the proper perspective. It refines existing theories, techniques and equipment to address the need for expertise in providing solutions to the country’s developmental and educational concerns. Over time, research provides the leverage that transforms into intellectual leadership.
De La Salle University Key Statistics & Highlights
- #751 Ranking
- 21 Scholarships
- 810 Academic Staff
- 12,386 Students
- 372 Students (int'l)
- 6,069 Students (female)
- Private Institution Type
De La Salle University Overview
De La Salle University Scholarships
De La Salle University Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to De La Salle University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Aug 2026
ICM Innovation & Entrepreneurship Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
International Conference Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Financial Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Francesca Norris Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
Creative BioMart Scholarship Program
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Nov 2026
Type Rating Scholarships
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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De La Salle University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 40% Philippines
Top 15.5% Worldwide
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
QS World University Rankings
751
By TopUniversities
Dropped 97 places compared to 2026
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 641 | 654 | 751 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
World University Rankings
No 2027 Ranking
By Times Higher Education
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2027 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| - | 1501 | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Library services
The history of the DLSU Library can be traced back to July 1956 when the collegiate collection of the combined High School and College Libraries was transferred to the College building known as St. Joseph Hall. Located in the first two floors of this hall, it started operation with barely 10,000 book collection and a reading area of 100 seating capacity.
Campus life
DLSU is a multi-campus university in Manila, Makati, Taguig (BGC) and Laguna.
Student clubs
The Council of Student Organizations (CSO) is the union of accredited professional (PROF), special interest (SPIN) and socio-civic organizations of De La Salle University. Since its founding in 1974, the Council has continuously delivered quality student services and has produced outstanding student leaders dedicated to serving and contributing to the Lasallian Community.
To support the preparation, execution, and documentation of the activities/projects/initiatives of the accredited organizations, nine Executive Teams work under the supervision of the CSO Executive Board.
Accreditation
La Salle University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) and holds several affiliations with professional associations.
The La Salle School of Business is internationally recognized for being accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
De La Salle University Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Philippines Country
Manila City
De La Salle University Student Reviews & Awards
4.3
Based on 52 reviews
- 5 Star 25 Reviews
- 4 Star 19 Reviews
- 3 Star 6 Reviews
- 2 Star 1 Review
- 1 Star 1 Review
Comfortable campus atmosphere
The school has excellent student accommodations, and the campus is regularly cleaned and very breezy, which makes it a comfortable place to study. Overall, the environment feels well maintained and welcoming. For future students, I would recommend wearing whatever you feel comfortable in, as the campus atmosphere is relaxed and allows you to express yourself freely.
A leading business school in Manila
De La Salle University is one of the best business schools I have ever been. As proof, there are more than 4,000 students in the college of business compared to 2,000 students in college of liberal arts. It also cares for the student body as it create programs that would try to resolve a specific concern that students experience. Overall, i would highly recommend being in this university.
A top university
This is one of top universities in our country and has provided great level of instruction to students. It also connects students to a larger network of professionals and experts in different fields through its regular workshops and seminars.
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