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Pisay graduate receives 23 admission offers from international universities

Pisay graduate receives 23 admission offers from international universities
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A graduate of the Philippine Science High School (PSHS) CALABARZON Campus in Batangas City has earned praise after receiving 23 admission offers from international universities. Erika Bianca Magbojos, a member of Batch Alindanaw (Class of 2026), secured scholarships and admission offers from…

A graduate of the Philippine Science High School (PSHS) CALABARZON Campus in Batangas City has earned praise after receiving 23 admission offers from international universities.

Erika Bianca Magbojos, a member of Batch Alindanaw (Class of 2026), secured scholarships and admission offers from multiple institutions abroad, including universities in the United States and Canada.

Her list of acceptances includes:

• Binghamton University (SUNY)
• Florida International University
• Louisiana State University – Baton Rouge
• University of Nevada, Reno
• University of Dayton
• Ohio Northern University
• Juniata College
• University of Tennessee at Martin
• Central Connecticut State University
• Purdue University Fort Wayne
• Purdue University Northwest
• Missouri Southern State University
• Northwest Missouri State University
• University of South Dakota
• Queens College (CUNY)
• University of Mount Union
• Wesleyan College
• York College of Pennsylvania
• Glenville State University
• Newman University
• Snow College
• Foothill–De Anza Community College District
• Fraser International College

Magbojos’ mother, Vanessa, expressed pride and gratitude to PSHS for helping nurture her daughter’s academic growth.

“Grabe anak, sobrang proud kami sa’yo!” she said. “Parang kailan lang hinahatid ka lang namin sa school, tapos ngayon tapos mo na ang Senior High School. Lahat ng puyat, pagod, at sacrifices mo sulit na sulit. Thank you for always doing your best and for always making us proud.”

“Thank you, Philippine Science High School, for taking care of Eka and for all the learnings, experiences, and opportunities. Ready na kami sa next chapter mo, baby. We will always support you sa dream school mo, no matter what,” she added. — Photo from Vanessa Magbojos/Facebook

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