About UP VINTA

The University of the Philippines System, under its Charter of 2008 (RA 9500), as the only national university in the country, is mandated to perform unique and distinctive functions in higher education and development. Among the primary roles of the University is to ensure that quality higher education becomes accessible for all Filipinos, both within and outside the country, for their holistic upliftment, contributing to national development. It is the mandate of the University to serve Filipinos while upholding and exemplifying the values of honor, excellence, and service.

The University of the Philippines Ventures for International and Transformative Academia (UP VINTA) stands as one of the flagship programs of the UP System, embodying a commitment to transcend geographical borders and deliver UP quality education to Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families. The program is driven by the noble purpose of making UP education accessible and borderless, ensuring that knowledge knows no bounds.

Safer Work Opportunities Overseas, Stable Work Opportunities in the Philippines
At its core, UP VINTA seeks to provide educational opportunities for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) that support their long-term personal and professional development. By offering accessible, high-quality, and responsive learning pathways, UP VINTA aims to contribute to the career growth, capacity building, and overall stability of OFWs and their families. The program is designed to equip OFWs with the necessary knowledge and skills whether they choose to pursue safer and more rewarding work opportunities abroad or decide to return to the Philippines and reintegrate into the local workforce. In doing so, UP VINTA not only supports individual empowerment but also contributes to national development by harnessing the potential of Filipino workers as lifelong learners and nation builders—wherever they may be in the world.