The San Beda College of Arts and Sciences is open to students who meet its academic standards and are willing to abide by the rules and ideals of the College. The CAS Board of Admissions and Retention sets criteria to ensure that the school accepts only applicants who will benefit the most from a Bedan education.

In selecting applicants for admissions, the following credentials are considered:

1. grades received in previous work;
2. scores achieved on standardized tests, e.g., SBC Entrance Exams, National Secondary Assessment Test (NSAT) and College Scholastic Aptitude Test (CSAT);
3. recommendations from officials of school last attended;
4. performance during interviews.

Admission of transferees is limited only to those seeking enlistment in first and second year of desired course. To qualify for admissions, the transferee applicant:

1. should not have a failing grade in any subject(s) credited in the academic program he is enrolling in San Beda College;
2. should have a weighted GPA not lower than 2.20 counting all the subjects taken in the school(s) he was previously enrolled in, and which subjects are to be credited in the academic program he is enlisting;
3. should not have withdrawn, nor should have an incomplete grade in more than one (1) subject per semester in the school he was previously enrolled;
4. who has completed his first year college in another school but would not otherwise qualify for admission in San Beda College as transferee for reason(s) mentioned above, may be enrolled as first year student again, provided he signs an affidavit waiving any and all credits earned in the school(s) he came from. However, failing or dropped/withdrawn marks should not exceed three (3) subjects;
5. should pass initial interview and evaluation of credentials to determine qualification for entrance examination;
6. who has enrolled in two or more colleges or universities will not be given priority unless grades are exceptionally high;
7. should have passed the SBC Entrance Test and interview conducted by the Office of College Guidance Services; and
8. should submit all other requirements as may be deemed necessary by the Board of Admissions.

Step 1:	Register for Entrance Examination and secure application form for transferees, after which an initial interview will be conducted upon presentation of True Copy of Grades and upon accomplishing Transferee Initial Interview Form;
Venue:	Main Guidance Office, 2nd Floor, St. Anselm's Building, College Guidance Extension Office, 3rd Floor, St. Anselm's Building
Step 2:	Take Entrance Exam as scheduled. Please come at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time. Do not forget to bring your Exam Permit, two pencils, and previous school ID.
Venue:	Conference Hall (for freshmen applicants), Ground Floor, St. Anselm's Building, College Guidance Extension (for transferees as specified upon registration)
Step 3:	Secure test results on the date announced by the examiner. Please present Exam Permit when getting results.
Venue:	Main Guidance Office, 2nd Floor, St. Anselm's Building
Step 4:	If tests are satisfactory, submit all needed credentials and secure schedule of interview. Passing entrance exam is not the only criterion for admissions; other factors include HS grades, interview performance, good moral character, availability of slot, and evaluation of other documents.
Venue:	Main Guidance Office, 2nd Floor, St. Anselm's Building
Step 5:	Report for interview to be conducted by the CAS Admission Staff. Please come in proper attire. Some applicants undergo more than one interview as may be deemed necessary by the CAS Admissions Committee.
Venue:	Main Guidance Office, 2nd Floor, St. Anselm's Building
Step 6:	Get decision of the Admission's Committee on assigned date, time and room relayed during interview.
	If applicant is accepted, a permit to enroll is given. If rejected, submitted credentials (NSAT, HS Card, Birth Certificate) are returned. Those who intend to withdraw their application are requested to submit letter of request for withdrawal of credentials. Credentials will be released two days after receipt of request letter.
Step 7:	Come promptly during the scheduled enrollment. Do not forget to bring all enrollment credentials (permit to Enroll, Contract and Frat Forms, 10 ID pictures, and other credentials as may be required by the CAS Admissions Committee).
Step 8:	Be reminded of the schedule of Freshmen Orientation Day and the opening of classes. Transferees will have a separate orientation.

To facilitate admissions requirements, be ready with all requirements listed below before proceeding to the CAS Admissions Office. Go to the CAS Main Guidance Office from November to February and to the Guidance Extension from March until May.

1. FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES OR THOSE WHO HAVE NOT ENROLLED IN ANY SUBJECT IN COLLEGE:
   • Two ID pictures (1 1/2 x 1 1/2)
   • Application Testing Fee of Php 250.00 (with CSAT),
   • CSAT original computer printout and xerox copy taken in another school
   • Certification of Good Moral Character issued by school (from Principal, Class Adviser or Guidance Counselor)
   • Xerox Copy of Quarterly Grades (4th Year Report Card)
   • Xerox Copy of Birth Certificate

2. FOR COLLEGE TRANSFER STUDENTS:
   • Certified True Copy of Grades marked "For Evaluation Purpose Only"
   • Two ID pictures (1 1/2 x 1 1/2)
   • Application and Testing Fee
   • Certification of Good Moral Character issued by school (from College Dean, Guidance Counselor, or Dean of Student Affairs)
   • Xerox Copy of Birth Certificate

3. FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS AND THOSE PURSUING ANOTHER UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE IN SBC:

   Initial interview will be conducted by the CAS Admissions Officer. Please bring requirements listed in B.