ILOILO — The College of Law of the University of San Agustin (USA-COL) outperformed the national passing rate in the 2025 Bar Examinations. Seventy-one of its graduates passed, posting an overall passing rate of 55.91 percent, higher than the national average of 48.98 percent.
The Supreme Court released the official Bar results on January 7, 2026, covering examinations held on September 7, 10, and 14, 2025.
USA-COL also recorded a strong showing among first-time takers, who logged a 64.29 percent passing rate, underscoring the school’s consistent performance in the highly competitive licensure examination for lawyers.
In a celebratory post on Facebook, the university congratulated its successful examinees, saying, “Congratulations to our 71 new Augustinian lawyers — your dedication, integrity, and hard work have earned you this honor.”
The university said the results reflect both the discipline of the bar candidates and the sustained mentoring provided by its faculty, adding that it remains committed to producing competent and ethical legal professionals grounded in Augustinian values.
An oath-taking ceremony for the successful examinees is scheduled on February 6.
New Augustinian lawyers
* Alorro-Quemado, Ma. Aprille; Ambito, Novelle Joy; Anas, John Christian; Apelo, Loeisa Drexel; Arbis, Jian Alexie; Avelino, Christine Marie;
* Bance-Rodrguez, Jollibie B.; Bello, Yvette Marie; Billena, Jared; Billiones, Ian Brylle; Bionat, Justin Francis Castro; Borda, Lorenzo Angelo; Borja, Anthony Kent; Borres-Napoles, Lara Melissa;
* Canlas, Gleo Alex; Caro, Ervin Gedmaire; Caspillo, Raimer Gel; Cedullo, Eve; Clores, Pauline; Cueva, Maricel;
* Dagohoy, Mary Rose; Dangca, Hylenne Shane; Dangdang, Mar Renzon; De La Gente, Maybelle; Dela Pieza, Julienne; Deveza, Mara Rose Victoria;
* Elmedorial, Famela Jane; Encio, Joebert; Escaner, Syren Jil; Estinoso, Xena Hyacinth; Evangelista, Dhaenalene May;
* Fama, Edwin Jr.; Farren, Glendale Dyme; Figura, Vina Esther;
* Gonzaga, Shaira Kaye;
* Hebolario, Faye Camille;
* Ileto, Julius Caesar;
* Javier, Kristine Joy;
* Laraya, Leonard; Lascano, Tito; Lavalle, Marie Dominique; Ledesma, Samantha; Lesondato, Romer; Lira, Jann Lessandro; Llannos, Adrian Alain;
* Malte, Quemel Charles; Managaytay, Mary Andrea; Mariano, Janielle Pearl Marie; Marzan, Joseph Bernard;
* Naciongayo-Robles, Danielle; Nava, Auxl Reign; Nique, Ma. Monica Corazon;
* Oquendo, Joe Vic; Ortega, Jeálerie Mae;
* Paghubásan, Sharon Mae; Parreñas, Apolinario II; Ponsica, Christian Jay;
* Ramos, Lord Jemarie; Refugio, Ramon Christian; Rodrigo, Ren Joseph;
* Sales, Precious Denice; Salmon, Peter Lorenz; Saratan, Gino Ryan; Solinap, Miguel; Somes, Tiffany Marie;
* Teruel, Lawrenz; Trasadas, Ma. Soteya Apryll; Turao, Jesper Marie;
* Villabeto, Maria Jenica;
* Yap, Nathalie Jean;
* Zosa, Syciliane Li.
Meanwhile, USA-COL said it is now accepting applications for upcoming academic years. Interested applicants may inquire at the university’s Admissions, Scholarships, and Placement Office, visit its official website, or contact 033-337-6130./PN
