Your Admissions Journey at SoFA Design Institute

Our admissions process is designed to help you take the next step toward your creative goals. Follow the steps below to get started, whether you're pursuing a college degree or enrolling in one of our Continuing Education programs.

Admissions Process for College Programs

BA Fashion Design & Marketing, BS Interior Design, and BS Interior Design – Professional

Step 1: Create Your SoFA Application Account - Visit the SoFA Design Institute Applicants Portal to create your account and complete your information. This will serve as your portal for managing your application and admissions process.

Step 2: Submit Your Admission Requirements - Once you’ve created your account and completed your information, upload the applicable documents through the Document Submission tab of your application portal:

• Two (2) 2x2 ID photos with a white background
• Photocopy of your PSA Birth Certificate
• Certificate of Good Moral Character, for high school graduates and college transferees
• Form 137 and Form 138, or other grade assessment documents, for recent high school graduates
• Transfer Credential Certificate and Transcript of Records, for college transferees and second-courser applicants
• Incomplete documents: Applicants who cannot complete their requirements within the designated application period may be considered for provisional acceptance, subject to the Admissions Office’s approval. Applicants may proceed with enrollment pending submission of outstanding documents, which must be completed no later than 30 days after the start of the semester.

Step 3: Take the College Design Test - After creating your application account, settle the admissions processing fee through the College Design Test page.

We recommend taking the test face-to-face at the SoFA campus, where you can experience the SoFA Method firsthand. An online test is also available upon request for provincial and international applicants.

The College Design Test is not intended to measure your creativity or assess your technical skills in sketching or rendering. Instead, it is designed to reveal your individual approach to design and ideation.

Step 4: Settle Your Reservation Fee - To secure your slot, settle the non-refundable reservation fee of ₱20,000 through the Reservation Fee Payment page. This amount will be deducted from your total tuition upon enrollment.

Admissions Process for Continuing Education Programs

1-Year and 2-Year Diplomas, Certificate Programs, Short Courses, and Workshops

Step 1: Enroll in Your Chosen Program - Visit sofa.edu.ph and select your preferred program. Click “Enroll and Register” to proceed to registration, complete the required information, and settle your tuition fee to confirm your enrollment.

• Eligibility: Our Continuing Education programs are primarily intended for high school graduates or individuals aged 18 and above. Age requirements may vary for programs specifically designed for younger learners. For applicants below 18, please contact our Admissions Office to confirm eligibility and any additional requirements.

Step 2: Create Your SoFA Application Account - Visit the SoFA Design Institute Applicants Portal to create your account and complete your information. This will serve as your portal for managing your application and admissions records.

Step 3: Submit Your Identification Document - Once you’ve created your account and completed your information, upload or submit one (1) valid government-issued ID through your application portal.

Ready to Begin Your Journey at SoFA?

Our Admissions Office is here to help you with your application and answer any questions you may have.

• Email: admissions@sofa.edu.ph
• Call: 0917 539 7574 or 0917 501 8136
• Request for Information: Submit an inquiry

We look forward to welcoming you to the SoFA community.