Our Lady of Fatima University

What Our Lady of Fatima University does

Our Lady of Fatima University (OLFU) is a private, multi-campus higher education institution headquartered in Valenzuela City, Philippines, founded in 1967. The university operates six campuses across Luzon (Valenzuela, Quezon City, Antipolo, Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Laguna) and serves learners from preschool through graduate school, with a portfolio spanning Basic Education, Senior High School, undergraduate colleges, the College of Medicine, the College of Dentistry, and the Graduate School. Its strongest programs are concentrated in healthcare and licensed professions — Nursing, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Medical Technology, Radiologic Technology, Medicine, Dentistry, and Respiratory Therapy — supplemented by Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Maritime (Marine Engineering and Marine Transportation, both Level III PACUCOA-accredited in NCR), Business, Education, Criminal Justice, Hospitality, and Tourism programs.

The institution delivers education through in-person instruction across its campuses, supported by Canvas LMS for online/hybrid course delivery and an internal Student Information System (AIMS). It has invested in proprietary research infrastructure through its Research Development and Innovation Center (RDIC), most notably the MARVEL reality-virtuality laboratory for healthcare simulation. OLFU generates revenue primarily through tuition and miscellaneous fees across all program levels and campuses, with a secondary stream from the CHED-authorized ETEEAP equivalency program for adult learners. Pricing varies by program level, campus, and voucher status, with installment payment plans (semestral, quarterly, monthly) supplementing full-payment options and government voucher subsidies.

The university's go-to-market emphasizes accessibility (no entrance exams, low downpayment, six geographic locations), brand reputation as the 'Home of the Topnotchers' anchored on consistently high licensure exam passing rates, and a growing ecosystem of international partnerships (FOSCON, Meiji Shipping, SK Shipping, ASEAN universities, and student exchange programs) that feed direct career placement pipelines for graduates. Regulatory recognition includes CHED Autonomous Status for three campuses, the inaugural PACUCOA Quality and Sustainability Seal, ISO 9001:2015 certification, QS 4-Star Rating, and CHED ETEEAP Deputized Institution status as one of only ten private HEIs nationwide.

Name

Our Lady of Fatima University

Legal name

Our Lady of Fatima University

Website

https://fatima.edu.ph

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Our Lady of Fatima University is a private, six-campus Philippine higher education institution serving learners from preschool through graduate school, with anchor healthcare and licensed-profession programs, CHED Autonomous Status, and growing international exchange and career placement partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Affiliated Private Research Universities (EDAHABAJ)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Health sciences programs
• Professional licensure preparation
• Undergraduate degree programs
• K-12 basic education

Headquarters

HQ city

Valenzuela

HQ country

Philippines

HQ region

Asia

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Miscellaneous Fees: OLFU generates revenue primarily through tuition fees charged across its Basic Education, Senior High School, College, College of Dentistry, College of Medicine, and Graduate School programs. Fees vary by program level, campus location, and whether students are voucher recipients or private school completers.
2. ETEEAP (Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program): An educational assessment program of CHED which gives credit to an individual's job tenure and prior learning, generating revenue from adult learners seeking formal academic credentials through experiential learning recognition.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Our Lady of Fatima University (OLFU) is a private multi-campus higher education institution offering academic programs from Basic Education through Graduate School. The university delivers undergraduate and graduate degrees across health sciences (Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Medical Technology), business, computing, engineering, maritime, education, hospitality, and liberal arts, supported by six campuses across the Philippines and online learning through Canvas LMS.

Product overview

Our Lady of Fatima University (OLFU) operates as a multi-campus higher education institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of academic programs from Basic Education through Graduate School. The university provides undergraduate degree programs across health sciences (Medical Laboratory Science, Pharmacy, Nursing, Physical Therapy, Medicine, Dentistry, Respiratory Therapy, Radiologic Technology), technology and computing (Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, Digital Animation), maritime education (Marine Engineering, Marine Transportation - both Level III Accredited), business (Accountancy, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship), criminal justice, education, hospitality management, and liberal arts. The institution also offers Graduate School postgraduate degrees and ETEEAP alternative education pathways. Supporting services include the Research Development and Innovation Center (RDIC), MARVEL reality-virtuality laboratory, and internal Student Information System (AIMS). OLFU is recognized for its 'Topnotcher' culture, consistently producing top-performing graduates in professional licensure examinations across multiple disciplines.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Basic Education (Preschool, Grade School, Junior High School)
• Senior High School Programs (ABM, HumSS, STEM, GAS)
• College of Medicine
• College of Dentistry
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (Medical Technology)
• Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy
• Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Banking, Marketing, Operations)
• Bachelor of Science in Culinary Management
• Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management
• Bachelor of Science in International Tourism Management
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology
• Bachelor of Science in Criminology
• Graduate School Programs
• ETEEAP (Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program)
• Research Development and Innovation Center (RDIC)

Quantifiable outcome

• 93.32% passing rate in Nov 2025 NLE vs 90.05% national rate
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

28 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Katapult Digital MarketingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 June 2026Strategic partnership with OLFU's College of Business and Accountancy (CBA) for industry-responsive education, digital marketing training, and student placement opportunities.
• Star Digital SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 June 2026Strategic partnership with OLFU's College of Business and Accountancy (CBA) for technology integration and career development programs.
• Stacktrek EnterprisecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 June 2026Strategic partnership with OLFU's College of Business and Accountancy (CBA) for tech talent development and employment pathways.
• Kasetsart University (KU) - ThailandflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 March 2026Strategic alignment meeting held at OLFU Valenzuela Campus on 23 March 2026 to formalize international academic collaboration. KU is Thailand's leading agricultural university.
• Pyeongtaek Office of Education (South Korea)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 December 2025Signed MoU on academic and cultural exchange with focus on OLFU's Junior High School and Elementary programs. Official visit to Valenzuela City Campus marking significant milestone in internationalization efforts.
• Philippine Association of Maritime Institutions (PAMI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2025Maritime industry association that facilitated OLFU's participation in 11th PhilMarine Expo 2026, strengthening university's presence in maritime sector.
• Australian Education providers (PACE Program)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 October 2025Philippine-Australia Cross Education in Hospitality (PACE) Extension program strengthening internationalized academic offerings for CHIM students.
• Universitas Muhammadiyah Magelang (UNIMMA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 October 202512-member OLFU delegation participated in weeklong academic and cultural exchange. Formalized under existing MOU for research, academic partnership, and faculty development. Students from CCJ and Forensic Science participated.
• Center for Educational Measurement Inc. (CEM)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 October 2025Designated by CHED to manage National Merchant Marine Aptitude Test (NaMMAT) for maritime school applicants. Exam administered free of charge for pilot run.
• Hong Bang International University (HIU) - VietnamcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 September 2025Partnership formalized during ASEAN universities collaboration initiative. Represents regional academic alliance building across Southeast Asia.
• MILA University - MalaysiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 September 2025Partnership formalized during ASEAN universities collaboration initiative. Represents regional academic alliance building across Southeast Asia.
• Municipality of PoracflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 August 2025MOA signed for Ayta community upliftment programs covering healthcare, education, cultural preservation, and livelihood development. Municipal Resolution No. 161 expressed gratitude to OLFU for proactive initiative.
• National Commission on Indigenous Peoples Region III (NCIP R3)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 August 2025Partner in Ayta community development MOA for indigenous peoples upliftment covering healthcare, education, cultural preservation, and livelihood programs.
• Universiti Kebangsaan MalaysiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 March 2025Dr. Mohd Makmor Bakry, Dean of Faculty of Pharmacy, served as Visiting Professor at OLFU College of Pharmacy. Provided AI lecture in pharmaceutical care, participated in clinical training focus groups, and outlined research collaboration opportunities.
• ZIP TravelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 February 2024International education partner featured at 2nd International Fair. Director Mary Jean De Guzman shared insights on educational and personal benefits of studying abroad programs.
• First Place Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 February 2024International education partner. Business Development Manager Jerico Bautista emphasized transformative impact of studying abroad at CHIM International Fair.
• EDI Staffbuilders Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 February 2024Hospitality and tourism employment partner. President Cesar Averia discussed borderless workforce strategies and professional development in hospitality industry.
• PERSOL Global WorkforcecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 February 2024Global workforce solutions partner. Executive Director Mohiro Tada discussed professional development and talent mobility in hospitality sector.
• ASIA Placement InternationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 February 2024International internship placement partner. Operations Manager Lyn Macabihag focused on cultural awareness through international internship preparation.
• e-VERSITY Online CampusminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 February 2024Online education partner contributing to CHIM International Fair discussions on international internship and professional development.
• Far Eastern UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 February 2024Academic partner. Associate Department Head for Internship Carolina Roces participated in CHIM International Fair discussions on cultural awareness through international internship.
• Universitas Muria Kudus (UMK)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 October 2023Partner institution hosting OLFU Psychology student who won Best Research Presenter at International Conference on Psychology. Facilitated academic exchange of innovative research ideas and findings in Psychology industry.
• SK ShippingflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 25 September 2023Seoul-based global shipping leader. Four cadets from OLFU College of Maritime Education officially endorsed for deployment on newly built LNG vessels.
• Rangsit University (Thailand)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 August 2023International nursing conference collaborator. Dr. Nuttapol Yuwanich presented on RSU Vaccination Center during COVID-19 pandemic. Partnership in nursing education and research collaboration.
• Sias University (China)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 August 2023International nursing conference collaborator mentioned by OLFU President as part of global partnership network for healthcare education advancement.
• FOSCON Shipmanagement Inc.flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 25 July 2023Philippine-registered global manning agency providing maritime student-trainees opportunity for direct hiring after graduation. Company has sent Filipino crew to Japan, Korea, and European countries, currently with 500 crew on board. Actively seeks OLFU graduates for training and employment.
• Meiji Shipping GroupflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 25 July 2023Japan-based maritime company offering intensive training programs for OLFU maritime students. Owns Multinational Maritime Inc., MMSPhil Maritime Services, Phil-Crewing Maritime Services, and MK Maritime Training Center. Selected OLFU students for 43rd in-house training program with recognition for top performers.
• Mokpo National Maritime University (MMU)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 June 2023Student exchange program between OLFU's College of Maritime Education and South Korea's leading maritime university. OLFU students can train at MMU and gain direct employment opportunities through FOSCON. Korean students also participate in inbound exchange at OLFU.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Saint Louis University (SLU): Private Catholic university in Baguio with strong programs in nursing, medicine, and engineering. SLU competes with OLFU for healthcare-professional licensure topnotchers and shares the faith-affiliated private HEI positioning.
• Far Eastern University (FEU): Large Manila-based private university with strong nursing, business, and accountancy programs and a multi-campus footprint. FEU is a direct competitor for the same pool of Filipino college-bound students OLFU targets, especially in health sciences.
• Centro Escolar University (CEU): Philippine private university with a similarly long-standing focus on nursing, pharmacy, and medical technology licensure preparation. CEU competes head-on with OLFU in producing topnotchers in healthcare professions and operates multiple campuses.
• Lyceum of the Philippines University: Private multi-campus HEI with strong maritime, business, and criminology programs, plus nursing and allied health. Directly comparable to OLFU on maritime education specialization and multi-campus private HEI scale.
• University of Santo Tomas (UST): The Philippines' oldest private Catholic university and the most direct domestic comparable to OLFU, with similarly broad health-sciences and professional programs, a 'topnotcher' tradition, and multiple campuses. UST is the closest faith-affiliated, multi-campus private HEI peer to OLFU's positioning.
• University of Perpetual Help System: Philippine private university system with multiple campuses and similarly strong focus on nursing, medicine, and allied health licensure performance. Direct peer on multi-campus private healthcare-education positioning.

Broad incumbents

• De La Salle University: One of the Philippines' premier private HEIs with significantly larger research output and a broader portfolio. While OLFU does not directly compete in DLSU's research-intensive tier, DLSU is the relevant aspirational benchmark and ceiling competitor for talent and rankings.
• University of the Philippines: The national state university system and dominant Philippine HEI by research output and prestige. UP competes with OLFU only at the margin of qualified applicants, but sets the ceiling on rankings and academic reputation.

Regional players

• Kasetsart University: Thailand's leading agricultural university and an active OLFU partner under recent ASEAN collaboration initiatives. Comparable as a multi-faculty Southeast Asian public HEI with international partnership ambitions.
• Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM): Malaysian national research university and an OLFU partner in pharmacy education and research. Comparable as a multi-faculty Southeast Asian HEI with strong health-sciences programs and active international collaboration.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/fatima.university
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• Instagraminstagram.com/olfu1967
• TikToktiktok.com/@olfu1967
• Xx.com/fatimaphoenix

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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