Arellano University (Official)

The late Florentino Cayco, Sr. first Filipino undersecretary of Public Instruction and illustrious educator, conceptualized the birth and administered the growth of Arellano University.

This prestigious institution of learning opened in 1938 as the Arellano Law College, named after Cayetano Arellano, first Filipino Chief Justice. It closed in December 1941 to March 1945 during the war.

In June 1946, Florentino Cayco, Sr. became the first president of Arellano Colleges. Through his efforts, Arellano Colleges was elevated to university status and recognized as Arellano University on February 22, 1947.

To provide equitable access to learning through relevant, innovative, industry-sensitive, and environment-conscious academic programs and services.