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Southville International School affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU)

Philippines, Manila

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₱390,000 - 450,000
Ages 4 - 19 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1998
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages English
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Social and Hobbies
Stages Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Southville International School affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU) is a private transnational university located at Lima corner Luxembourg St., BF International, Las Piñas City 1740, Philippines. It originated in 1997–1998 as the SISFU branch of Southville's international education network, the first international university in the country, with the opening in May 1998. SISFU partners with foreign institutions such as De Montfort University (UK), Pearson (UK), Macquarie University (Australia), Southern Cross University (Australia), and Swiss Hotel Management School to deliver degrees on campus and through online programs. The campus offers on-site Senior High School tracks (ABM, General Academic Strand, ICT) and Online SHS, alongside higher-education programs in business, hospitality, and digital technology. The English Language Center provides English proficiency courses for non-native speakers. SISFU emphasizes international study through Study Abroad options in New Zealand, Australia, and Canada and through partnerships that confer foreign- university credentials. Campus facilities include Bistro Lima, the Capital Market Learning Center, computer laboratories, a Reading and Research Centre, and The Kitchen. Active clubs include The Bridge, SISFU Business Club, and Rotaract.

sisfu.edu.ph

Lima, corner Luxembourg Streets, Las Piñas, 1740 Metro Manila, Philippines

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The Essentials

Southville International School affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU) has instruction in English.

Location
The SISFU campus is located at Lima corner Luxembourg Street, BF International, Las Piñas City, Philippines. BF International is a southern Metro Manila district that hosts a mix of residential and commercial facilities. The postal address is Lima corner Luxembourg St., BF International, Las Piñas City 1740.

Stages
Senior High School is offered with ABM, General Academic Strand, and Information and Communications Technology tracks, plus an Online Senior High School option. Undergraduate degrees are delivered through foreign university partnerships, including BSc Accounting and Business Management, BA Business Management (Hons.), and BA Business Entrepreneurship and Innovation (Hons).

Type
SISFU functions as a higher education institution offering Senior High School and college degree programs through foreign university partnerships. It maintains affiliations with international universities, including the United Kingdom, Australia, and Switzerland.

Additional learning support
Student Support includes a Mentoring Programme and a MIS Support Center. The English Language Center and on-campus learning resources such as a reading and research centre support student development.

Country affiliation
SISFU partners with universities from the United Kingdom (e.g., De Montfort University), Australia (e.g., Macquarie University, Southern Cross University), and Switzerland (Swiss Hotel Management School). These affiliations enable Philippine delivery of degrees from foreign institutions.

Religious affiliation
No religious affiliation is listed in SISFU materials.

School day structure
The AY 2025–2026 calendar shows term start dates, holidays, and term transitions (e.g., SHS Start of Term 2). An Academic Calendar is published for campus life and planning.

Bus service
A dedicated school bus service is not listed on SISFU's facilities pages; nearby housing and accommodations are indicated as options for students.
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Fees

Annual tuition at Southville International School affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU) ranges from PHP 390,000 to PHP 450,000 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees

- Application fee: one-time, non-refundable US$30 paid when the applicant sits the admission exam.
- Administration fee (enrolment deposit): one-time, non-refundable US$300 payable on or before the start of classes; this secures the student's slot and is not deductible from tuition.
- International Registration Fee (IRF): a fee charged to register a student with the foreign partner institution; IRF terms depend on the partner (e.g., for some partners it is payable in installments). For Pearson BTEC HND programmes the IRF is specified as US$800.

Tuition fees by programme / year group (summary of published programme figures and commonly reported ranges)

- Online Blended Learning (Pearson BTEC HND in Business): tuition is charged per unit/module at US$330 per subject/unit; an IRF of US$800 applies at registration; an annual registration/continuation fee of US$50 applies for students starting their second year. These amounts are stated for the Pearson HND/OBL pathway. Payments may be made in US dollars or Philippine pesos (using the FX rate at time of payment).

- Undergraduate degrees delivered with foreign partners (De Montfort University, Macquarie, Swiss Hotel Management School, etc.): SISFU's tuition levels vary by degree and partner institution. Third‑party reports and market listings consistently place typical annual tuition for SISFU undergraduate programmes in the approximate range of PHP 390,000 to PHP 450,000 per academic year (program-dependent). Specific per-term or per-subject amounts for each partner programme are set by programme and are reflected in the formal fee assessment at enrolment.

- Senior High School (SHS): fees are programme-dependent (SHS strands and international partner components may affect cost). A single standard published tuition table for all SHS strands is not provided in the student handbook; SHS fees follow the same payment and refund principles described below.

- Postgraduate / MBA and short courses: tuition varies by programme and partner; programme pages and official programme materials specify the assessed charge for each enrollee. (Tuition currency may be USD or PHP depending on the programme.)

Per-term billing and payment terms

- Billing unit: tuition is assessed per term; the Accounting Office issues the assessed tuition and other fees at enrolment and when registration is processed. Fees may be paid in US dollars or the Philippine peso equivalent using the FX selling rate on the date of payment.
- Payment schemes (per term):
- Plan A: pay tuition in full (no instalment interest).
- Plan B: two instalments with 3% interest on the tuition fee only.
- Plan C: three instalments with 5% interest on the tuition fee only.
- A 2% per month surcharge is applied to late payments.
- Additional programme-specific instalment options may exist for certain partner programmes.
- Penalties and administrative charges:
- Late‑enrolment penalty for continuing students who enroll after the first day of classes: US$150.
- Holding or unfunded check penalty (bounced/withheld check): PHP 500 per instance.
- Transfer fee (programme change within 1st term): US$200; after 1st term a programme change fee of US$500.
- Refund handling fee for advanced tuition payments requested before the start of term: US$100 for local students and US$250 for foreign students.

Refunds and withdrawal billing rules

- General rule: tuition may be refundable according to a weekly schedule for students who officially leave after enrolment; miscellaneous fees and the International Registration Fee (IRF) are not refundable. Refunds are calculated according to the date of official withdrawal and the manner of payment (paid in full or on instalment).
- Refund schedule (tuition paid in full):
- First week of term: 80% refund of tuition.
- Second week: 50% refund.
- Third and fourth weeks: 25% refund.
- After 30 days from the start of term: no refund.
- Refund schedule (tuition paid on instalment):
- First week: 80% refund on tuition fee.
- Second to fourth week: 50% refund on tuition fee.
- After 30 days: no refund on tuition fee.
- Additional conditions: if a student withdraws for personal reasons or due to disciplinary sanction, outstanding accounts must be settled in full before any school record is released; some programme fees (such as partner appeals/certification fees) are subject to partner rules.

Boarding / accommodation fees

- SISFU does not operate an on‑campus boarding facility. Student accommodation is arranged off campus through nearby private residences, condominiums, and managed student residences (for example, TREX Residences and nearby condo/dorm options are promoted as student lodging). Charges for boarding/accommodation are set by private providers and are not billed by SISFU. Families should contract directly with the off‑campus provider for rates and terms.

Other mandatory or regular costs

- Uniform and dress code: SISFU requires prescribed uniforms (Type A business uniform, business casual, SISFU polo, chef's kit for hospitality/culinary practicals). Uniforms and practical clothing (chef's jacket, pants, apron, kitchen shoes) are mandatory where specified; the handbook sets the dress requirements but does not publish a standard retail price for uniform items. Costs for uniforms and specialised practical clothing are a student expense.
- Student ID: ID cards are issued and must be presented on campus; any replacement or related administrative charge is governed by registration procedures.
- Miscellaneous fees: programme‑specific charges (lab fees, partner assessment or registration charges, certification/appeal fees, tutorials, internship expenses, examination/assessment fees charged by partner institutions) may apply depending on the programme and partner institution. IRF and some partner fees are non‑refundable.

Refund exceptions and special handling

- Fees paid in advance that are requested to be returned before term start incur handling fees (US$100 local; US$250 foreign). IRF and certain miscellaneous fees are not refundable. Refunds require written requests and are processed by the Registrar/Accounting Office; outstanding balances must be cleared before records are released.

Fee payment options and channels

- Accepted payment methods include: over‑the‑counter at the SISFU cashier, credit cards (Visa, Mastercard), debit cards (Visa, Mastercard), bank transfers to the SISFU bank account, checks (peso and dollar), BPI InstaPay (peso only), GCash (peso via bank transfer), PayMaya (via bank transfer), and PayMongo (online payment link). Fees are payable in USD or PHP (PHP equivalent uses the prevailing USD selling rate at the time of payment). Specific partner programmes may specify a particular bank account (e.g., Metrobank or Security Bank) for their payments.
Academics

Southville International School affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU) teaches Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 4 to 19.

Curriculum
SISFU offers a blended curriculum that links Philippine K-12 education with international degree programs delivered through foreign university partners. Senior High School follows a UK Pearson-accelerated framework with strands in Accounting and Business Management, a General Academic Strand, and Information and Communications Technology, plus an online SHS option enabling dual qualifications with a Philippine diploma and a Pearson Higher National Certificate Level 4. The undergraduate offerings are organized into the School of Business Management (BA Business Management, BSc Accounting and Business Management, BA Business Entrepreneurship and Innovation) through a De Montfort University partnership. The School of Hospitality Management offers Culinary Arts; the School of Digital Technology provides Data Analytics, Cybersecurity, Cloud Networking, and Artificial Intelligence. SISFU also provides Online/Blended Learning pathways, including Online UK degrees in Accounting and Finance, Business Management, Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing, and a Diploma in Data Analytics, along with short courses and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Application for Admission
The Applicant fills out the Application for Admission Form. This initiates the SISFU admissions process. The form is the starting point for the sequence of steps that follow, and it marks the official entry of the candidate into SISFU's admissions flow. The process references the required documents listed in the Admission Requirements, and applicants should be prepared to provide accurate contact details to receive communications about the next steps.

2. Initial requirements and assessment scheduling
Marketing staff contacts the applicant and provides details of the initial requirements to bring and schedules the assessment exam. This communication clarifies which documents to bring and when the candidate should take the scheduled assessment. It is important for families to note the exact assessment date, location, and any special instructions provided by the admissions team.

3. Interview with the Dean/Head of School
The Dean/Head of School interviews the applicant as part of the evaluation process. The interview offers a formal opportunity to discuss the applicant's goals, interests, and fit with SISFU's programs. Families should plan for this meeting to occur on or around the scheduled interview date and be prepared with any questions about the program choices.

4. Submission of required documents to the Registrar
The Applicant submits all the required documents to the Registrar. Documents vary by program but typically include the High School Report Card, Official Transcript of Records, Original PSA Birth Certificate, and program-specific materials. For foreign residents in the Philippines, additional items such as an Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) and a Student Visa/SSP are required.

5. Letter of Acceptance/Offer
The Applicant receives the Letter of Acceptance/Offer following successful completion of the assessment, interview, and document review. This letter confirms the place offered to the student and outlines the conditions of enrollment. Families should review the offer carefully and be prepared for the next step of formal acceptance.

6. Acceptance of offer and enrollment formalities
The Offer must be signed by the Applicant (or by a Parent/Guardian if the student is under 18) and submitted to the Admissions Office. This step finalizes the admission and initiates enrollment processes in SISFU's system. After signing, families will receive guidance on the enrollment procedure and any remaining requirements.

Scholarships
SISFU offers two main scholarship tracks:

- Global Dimensions Olympiad (GDO) Scholarship: Selection is tied to the GDO competition. Requirements include being among the top 10 in class with a minimum GPA of 86% (1st Quarter or Term 1). Final competition participants are identified by SISFU's testing partner. Students who pursue the GDO scholarship are eligible for a special tuition grant upon enrollment and may receive a higher scholarship ranging from 50% to 100% of the tuition fee depending on exam performance.

- Academic Scholarship (Non-GDO): Students may apply for academic scholarships without participating in GDO. Eligibility requires a GPA of at least 86% (1stQ/Term 1) with no grade below 80. Applicants take a scholarship examination conducted by Asian Psychological Services and Assessment (APSA). Final approval rests with SISFU's Scholarship Committee, with other requirements discussed during the application process.

Additional context: In 2022, SISFU advertised scholarship opportunities with a 25% financial grant on tuition upon enrollment, and higher grants could be awarded based on examination results.

For inquiries about scholarships, contact Ms. Gina Bisco (Lima corner Luxembourg Sts., BF International, Las Piñas City 1741) at gjbisco@southville.edu.ph or 0998 963 5286.

Waitlist
Waitlist/Pool

There is no published waitlist or pool policy for SISFU admissions. The Admissions FAQ states that SISFU does not reserve admission quotas for particular high schools and instead admits students based on aptitudes and high school performance, not school origin. There is no explicit waitlist process described in SISFU's publicly available pages.
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