Our Institution
WELCOME to the Pontificio Collegio Filippino!
The Collegio is the "Home in Rome" of Filipino secular diocesan priests, carefully chosen and formally sent by their respective bishops to pursue further studies in the different ecclesiastical centers in Rome. They may specialize in Theology, Philosophy, Canon Law, Sacred Scriptures, Liturgy, History, Communications, Patristics, and other fields, taking up either the Licentiate (a degree higher than the Master's) or Doctoral degrees, for a period of generally two to four years.
Our Present Residents
The PCF currently home to 24 student priests from the different Philippine dioceses. Another 12 priests live with us, who come from India, Kenya, Nigeria, Lanka, and Tanzania.
Three Administrators coordinate the Collegio's day to day activities: a Rector, a Vice-Rector/Procurator, and a Spiritual Director.
Four Filipina Dominican Sisters (OP's of the Congregación Misionaria de Santo Domingo) help as support staff of our Pontifical College. They are assisted by three lay personnel.
You, Our Friends
The Collegio has always welcomed guests visiting us for a few hours or a few days (space permitting) referred by the Bishops or our Residents and Alumni, or by other guests who have enjoyed the family atmosphere of this Filipino "Home in Rome".
Our friends continue to be united with us through their prayers, encouragement and material support. We also include them in our daily intentions, especially in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
Applicants
The PCF accepts only priests carefully chosen and sent by their respective Bishops to do further studies in Rome. While preference is given to Filipino diocesan priests, other priests may also apply on a case to case basis, and space permitting.
Please contact us for the admission process and for further information.