Admission to the undergraduate education is governed by the PLM Admission Test (PLMAT) for freshmen.

General Education until SY 2008-2009
Until SY 2008-2009, the principle of liberal arts education prescribed that a general admission will characterize a common track of study for all freshmen until they will be ready for admission into specific fields of study towards their sophomore year. Hence, undergraduate scholars were only to be categorized according to specific courses after their first year of studies, based on the satisfaction of the criteria set for the course. Each academic division at PLM had its own admission policy and retention criteria for prospective sophomores. Admission to one academic division did not guarantee admission to another. Except for the Professional schools, Graduate schools and Distance learning programs, all scholars should satisfy specific proof of Manila residency, or other supporting documents to secure eligibility to take the PLMAT.

In order to ensure one's admission to a specific degree program, a scholar's overall grade on the first year of college work, or the cumulative grade point average on all previous college work attempted, should fall within the prescribed GWA of the particular college or school to which the scholar intends to apply. Once admitted at a particular college or school, the scholar is expected to achieve the required GWA to ensure retention in the degree program. Academic screening continues from admission until graduation.

New Policy starting SY 2009-2010
Starting SY 2009-2010, all freshman scholars, upon passing the PLMAT, were immediately categorized upon admission according to specific courses they have elected as choices. They follow the regular track as prescribed by the new curriculum as approved by the University Council and ratified by the Board of Regents.

Policy on Transferee
For the undergraduate level, PLM does not accept transferees. Scholars are admitted only as freshmen after passing the required PLMAT; Provided, however, that the applicant has not previously taken the same and has not yet enrolled in any higher education institution.

For the graduate level, subjects may be accredited based on the evaluation by the school authorities. For specific details and requirements, applicants are advised to confer with the respective graduate schools they intend to apply with. See contacts here.