University of Santo Tomas Entrance Test — a complete month-by-month study plan with subject-wise strategies and actionable tips.
USTET's Mental Ability section trips most takers
Filipino is a real subtest, don't skip it
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Common questions about preparing for this exam
Six to eight weeks. USTET's Mental Ability section trips most first-time takers — drill pattern, analogy, and figural items from week one, not just the last fortnight.
UST runs USTET in waves between October and December 2026 for SY 2027-28 admission. Application opens around June-July through ustetapp.ust.edu.ph. Slots fill fast — apply early.
It's manageable if you've kept up with senior-high Filipino. Daily grammar drills and reading comprehension passages in Filipino lift this subtest fast — most takers under-rate it.
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