Enderun Colleges is one of the top schools that comes to mind when considering a career in hospitality or entrepreneurship. In its short history, it has produced many notable alumni and has had a stellar record of forming affiliations with global leaders in the fields of business, hotel and restaurant management, and more.Â
If you’re considering a future at Enderun, here’s what you need to know before getting admitted:
History of Enderun
A relatively new college, Enderun has been around since 2005, when it was founded by John Tuason, Javier Infante, and John Suits. These industry leaders, who led outsourcing firms, saw the need to train students and imbibe an entrepreneurial spirit in them. The institute later transitioned to include a hospitality management college. This led to a larger partnership with figures in the hospitality and restaurant business and the establishment of a new college.
Other milestones in Enderun’s history include partnerships with Les Roches Swiss Hotel, and later the Alaine Ducasse Formation. The latter partnership led to the establishment of the Ducasse Institute Philippines in 2012. Enderun now also offers programs such as Sustainability and Architecture, among others. It was acquired by the Udenna Corporation in 2017.
The Enderun campus consists of four buildings; three to cater to the College of Business and Entrepreneurship, the Hotel Center, the Ducasse Institute Philippines, and one to cater to parties and events. The campus also includes a student-run restaurant called Restaurant 101.
Top Courses Enderun Is Known For
Many young students looking to get an edge in restaurant management can take a look at the International Hospitality program, as Enderun has many global partners in this industry. The fact that Enderun has student-manned restaurants and hotels give their students the chance to apply what they learn.
Enderun is also acclaimed for its business-related courses, particularly for its undergraduate programs in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship.
Apart from that, there are post-graduate certificate programs in specialities that alumni and prospective learners can take on to further hone their skills in areas such as Financial Management, Wine Pairing, and more.
How to Apply to Enderun Colleges
The application process at Enderun is extremely simplified with potential students needing to take just four steps to start their tertiary education:
- Submit the application requirements for the first evaluation. After, the admissions office will reach out to candidates for the next steps. Requirements for high school graduates are as follows:
- Completed application form
- Copy of Form 138 or senior high school report card
- Personal essay
- Transcript of records
- CV
- Letter of Recommendation from a homeroom teacher of guidance counselor
- Birth Certificate
- Two recent 2x2 inch photos
- Take the written examination. The test fee is P500. Students who have passed the SAT Exams with a score of at least 1500 and 500 per section will be exempted from the Enderun Entrance Exam.
- Pass a personal interview.
- Wait for the final deliberation and results from the Admissions Committee.Â
How Much is Tuition and Other Fees at Enderun?
Enderun often has a reputation for being one of the most expensive colleges in the country, and there is truth to that claim. Undergraduate programs vary if you’re a local resident or an international student.Â
Local Resident: P240,000 per semester (24 units)
International Student: P260,000 per semester (24 units)
On top of that, there’s a testing fee for applicants valued at P500. Payments may be settled over-the-counter, through online banking, or through bank deposits. To help with the tuition, there are financial aid and scholarship grants that students may apply for, and in fact, 20 percent of the student body are scholars. There are scholarships granted according to academic performance, from industry partners, and through financial aid. See the full list here.
Famous Alumni From Enderun
There are a number of big names who have graduated from Enderun, with some of them having entered or come from the entertainment industry. This list includes Kathryn Bernardo, who famously was homeschooled and enrolled at Enderun to take up marketing. Other celebrities include Markus Paterson (Hospitality Management), Paolo Contis, Melissa Ricks, Dimples Romana (Culinary Arts), and broadcaster Cherie Mercado.Â
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