HNU-College of Law

Congratulations and welcome to the Holy Name University College of Law!

We are pleased to announce herein the names of the applicants admitted to the Master of Legal Studies - Juris Doctor Program of the HNU College of Law. We have sent the individual Letter of Acceptance through email with proper instructions on the next steps.

To our newest law students: welcome to a journey that will challenge your mind, strengthen your character, and prepare you for a life of service, leadership, and justice.

We look forward to seeing you in the halls of HNU College of Law.

Aspire. Lead. Serve with Justice. Witness to the Word.

LIST OF ACCEPTED STUDENTS
ACADEMIC YEAR 2026-2027

1. Abarquez, Joniette Marae Y.
2. Alfanta, Zora Charisse D.
3. Angeles, Kathy Lou L.
4. Apellanes, Reicher D.
5. Asuncion, Leona May S.
6. Banzuelo, Anabel A.
7. Bernales, Shaina D.
8. Biliran, Sam Josephus Mari J.
9. Boñol, Chris Laurence A.
10. Bueno, Francis Raymund V.
11. Canda, Louriene Mae U.
12. Cimeni, Rhaiad T.
13. Columnas, Reinagin M.
14. Corcilles, Ma. Cindy N.
15. Culpa, Jerika Faith O.
16. Custodio, Bless Dianne
17. Dalagan, Mark T.
18. Dancel, Dajia A.
19. Datahan, Ray Marian Louise
20. Decasa, Adzen Lane T.
21. Duites, Czarina Maree G.
22. Durupan, Karen Lea O.
23. Estillore, Eden Lou O.
24. Galido, Jucel P.
25. Godinez, Josef Ralph L.
26. Harrison, Jan Nissi E.
27. Hontanosas, Jose Gabriel B.
28. Intong, Jes Resurrecti J.
29. Janiola, Anthony Anastacio A.
30. Lopera, Sheen
31. Lumor, Angel Mae M.
32. Lunzon, Jeeve Lyn S.
33. Madelo, Albert B.
34. Maguigad, Kayla Cynthia G.
35. Mahumot, Chad Anthony P.
36. Marabeles, Alexandra
37. Maslog, Jessica B.
38. Mesario, Jason
39. Mulato, Elenita C.
40. Nadal, Aljun B.
41. Obtenario, Serian Grace
42. Ocio, Adnilasor Airam B.
43. Olandria, Arnielito
44. Pabalan, Amee Therese S.
45. Pacaña, Jeanette Marie S.
46. Perfecio, Mary Angelica A,
47. Perocho, Christian Rinz L.
48. Pieras, Ryan Miles C
49. Raut, Tamara Ansley B.
50. Restauro, Niño Anthony T.
51. Reyes, Jensie S.
52. Reyes, Rizza V.
53. Rollorazo, Charles Oswald R
54. Salva, Wendy P.
55. Sameon, Gerardine Grace L.
56. Santiago, Earl Justine C.
57. Sarigumba, Mark Joseph A.
58. Sy, Jaenine Jwebie B.
59. Taldo, Alexi Norbert Mikael M
60. Tecson, Nel Matthew P.
61. Tungol, Jefrey N.
62. Ucat, Seth Francis A.
63. Vallecer, Ma. Ann Corell A.
64. Vestal, Pearl Steffany

WEAR YOUR PRIDE. ⚖️

The official HNU College of Law embroidered corporate jacket is now available for pre-order.

Designed for comfort, style, and everyday wear, this jacket proudly reflects the identity, excellence, and pride of the HNU College of Law community.

For HNU College of Law students, the jacket may also be used as an official uniform, making it both a staple piece and a statement of school pride.

And it’s not just for law students — everyone is welcome to avail. Students from other colleges, alumni, parents, friends, supporters, and anyone who wishes to show support for HNU College of Law and the 2026 BAR Operations may proudly wear the jacket as well.

This initiative is open to all, making every purchase not only a statement of pride and style, but also a meaningful way to support the 2026 BAR Operations.

📌 Available in sizes Small to 6XL
📌 For a more comfortable fit, we recommend ordering one size larger than your usual size.

💸 Price:
• ₱1,599.00 – Sizes Small to XL
• ₱1,699.00 – Sizes 2XL to 6XL
(additional ₱100.00 for 2XL sizes and above)

📌 Payment:
Payment may be made through the QR codes provided in the Google Form via bank transfer or GCash.

📌 Order through this link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHDK8UPB3s1chIajVyF16Dgfe6T4mpmbQf3sk-LxNlr3xFyA/viewform

Every purchase goes a long way in supporting the 2026 BAR Operations and helping make this BAR season meaningful and successful.

Pre-order now through the QR code or the link provided and wear your pride wherever you go. ✨

HNU College of Law Qualifying Test happening now! The future of the legal profession begins here.

Today, the HNU College of Law welcomed the highest number of applicants ever for its Qualifying Test, a hopeful sign that many still choose the path of justice, service, and leadership. Praying many of them will qualify! 🙏🏻🥰

Congratulations HNU-College of Law for having been granted another extension to offer the Refresher Course this school year 2026-2027!

We are the only law school in Bohol granted such authority to offer the Refresher Course! Enrol na kayo! 💚💛

NEW ISSUANCE: The Legal Education Board (LEB) hereby publishes the Memorandum Circular No. 003, Series of 2026 for the list of Legal Education Institutions (LEIs) duly authorized to offer the Refresher Course.

The LEB reminds all concerned that subjects taken in a refresher course from a legal education institution not included in the aforementioned list shall not be recognized by the Legal Education Board.

Accordingly, pursuant to LEBMC No. 20, s. 2025, or the 2026–2027 Calendar of Compliance for LEIs, all applications for authority to offer the Refresher Course Program must be filed within the prescribed deadlines, as follows:

• April 30, 2026 — for institutions with a June start of the academic year
• May 29, 2026 — for institutions commencing in July
• June 20, 2026 — for institutions with an August opening
• July 31, 2026 — for institutions with a September start

For the complete list and further information: https://bit.ly/LEBMC-No003s2026

HNU College of Law, represented by its Dean and some students, spoke before the graduating students of Bohol Island State University to encourage them to consider pursuing legal education at Holy Name University.

The visit was an opportunity to share the journey of law school, the value of legal education, and the many ways the legal profession can become a path of service, leadership, and justice.

To the graduating students of BISU and other schools: your law school journey can begin here.

Come realize your dreams at HNU College of Law! ⚖️

From hooding rites to graduation day, the journey of our 28 Juris Doctor graduates of the Holy Name University College of Law is a story of perseverance, discipline, sacrifice, and faith.

Behind every hood and diploma are years of balancing work, family, public service, sleepless nights, recitations, exams, and countless prayers. Today, they celebrate not only academic achievement, but the courage to continue despite every challenge along the way.

As they move forward to the next chapter, the 2026 Bar Examinations, the HNU College of Law proudly sends them with confidence, pride, and prayers.

May they continue to uphold the values of competence, integrity, service, and justice wherever the legal profession may lead them.

Congratulations, Class of 2026, Batch Usbong! The journey continues. ⚖️💜

|| 𝙎𝙚𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙛𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮—𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙫𝙤𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙙 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚.

𝐇𝐍𝐔-𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐰 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧.

Application Requirements:

1.Filled-up Applicant’s Profile Form (can be obtained in the College of Law office)
2.Informative Copy of Transcript of Records

📌File your application on or before May 15, 2026. Qualifying Exam will be on May 16, 2026.

Click the link below for more details:
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HNU COLLEGE OF LAW – CLASS OF 2026

With pride and gratitude, we present the 28 Candidates for Graduation of the Holy Name University College of Law for Academic Year 2025–2026.

1. ANUNCIADO, Annabel Galido
2. ARANAS, Bridgette Stephan Abela
3. AVERGONZADO, Mia Marielle Boyles
4. BALIONG-CUEVAS, April Joy Ramos
5. BASILIO, Wendelyn Agcol
6. BAYONA, Argie Olano
7. BICAR, Rey Jay Cagas
8. BUCOG, Jake Paguican
9. CAJILOG, Allan Joseph Labitad
10. CEMPRON, William James Escalante
11. CLARK, Mee Fritzie Tavera
12. ELUMBARING, Madel Pestañas
13. GATAL, Crystal Dawn Mary Acedo
14. GEROMO, Maria Lourdes Tupas
15. GRUPO, Megan Tiffany Bagaipo
16. LAGURIN, Joseph Ace Cosare
17. LEDESMA, Dennis Amores
18. MARAGUINOT, Bryan Bajao
19. MARFE, Lucelyn Tumanda
20. MARUDO, Francis Braulio Loquias
21. OJENDRAS, Ni**od Rex Quinal
22. PONDOC, Mikkell Angelito Biliran
23. ROTILLES, Louel Tanasas
24. SALAZAR, Philip Rey Bongay
25. TUÑACAO, Noel Alphonse Orimaco
26. TUTOR, Ma. Dianne Felisilda
27. UCAT, Eriz Mari Viba
28. VALEROSO, Dominic Requierme

These men and women have journeyed through the rigors of legal education, marked by discipline, sacrifice, and perseverance, and they now stand on the threshold of a noble profession.

We likewise honor those who have distinguished themselves in academic excellence:
1. Eriz Mari V. Ucat - Magna Cum Laude and Gold Medal for Academic Excellence
2. Francis Braulio L. Marudo - Silver Medal for Academic Excellence
3. Mee Fritzie T. Clark - Bronze Medal for Academic Excellence

Your achievements reflect not only intellectual excellence, but also steadfast commitment to the ideals of the law.

As you prepare to take the Bar and enter the legal profession, may you always remember that the law is not merely to be known. It is to be lived in the service of justice, integrity, and humanity.

The HNU College of Law is proud of each one of you.

Padayon, Batch Usbong, Class of 2026. The future of justice awaits you.

We are praying for our 2026 HNU Bartakers! God bless you all! 🙏🏻💚🥰

HNU-College of Law is now open for admission.

From a top-performing law school in the province, we continue our tradition of excellence by offering a program that gives you two degrees and an advantage.

Why settle for one when you can earn two?

Through our MLS–JD Program, you may obtain a Master in Legal Studies (MLS) in your first two years, and seamlessly proceed to complete your Juris Doctor (JD), all in one continuous journey.

Start strong. Stay ahead. And when you’re ready, step fully into the legal profession equipped with both depth and distinction.

Your legal journey begins here.

Join us. File your application with your TOR on or before May 15, 2026. Take the COLQT on May 16, 2026.