San Pedro College

San Pedro College

Email: spc@spcdavao.edu.ph

Overview

San Pedro College (SPC) is a private, Catholic, coeducational higher-education institution in Davao City, Philippines, founded in 1956 by the Dominican Sisters of the Trinity from Quebec, Canada. It began as a nursing school attached to San Pedro Hospital, the first Catholic hospital in Mindanao, and has been expanding into a full-fledged college offering programs in health sciences, education, business, arts and sciences, and allied health fields. The college maintains a mission to nurture holistically formed graduates equipped to serve community needs with compassion and competence. 

SPC’s vision emphasizes becoming a leading autonomous Dominican learning community offering internationally recognized programs that produce graduates who serve both Filipinos and the global community. From its nursing heritage to its growing international initiatives, SPC continues to bridge local roots with global horizons, empowering students to turn knowledge into action and service that reaches beyond the classroom. Over more than six decades, it has built a strong academic tradition and continues to pursue excellence in instruction, research, and community engagement.

Key strengths of San Pedro College:

1. Strong Health Sciences Tradition: SPC’s roots in nursing and allied health education have grown into comprehensive programs with notable board performance and professional recognition.

2. Holistic Catholic Education: Guided by Dominican values, SPC emphasizes moral formation, community service, and ethical leadership in its curriculum and student formation activities.

3. Diverse Program Offerings: SPC offers a range of undergraduate degrees which includes biology, English, business administration, education, and health-related sciences, catering to a breadth of academic and career interests.

Academic Calendars

The academic year at San Pedro College is divided into two semesters:

Spring Semester:

1. Nomination and Application Deadline: October - December

2. Semester Start: Early March

3. Semester End: Late June - Early July

Fall Semester:

1. Nomination and Application Deadline: April - June

2. Semester Start: Early September

3. Semester End: Late December - Early January

Orientation for international students is conducted a week before each semester, covering essential topics such as course registration, cultural adaptation, and campus facilities.