5,594 pass the 2025 Bar Exams, UP grad tops with 92.70%

The Gumbo of Success Analyzing the Impact of 5,594 Passers of the 2025 Bar Examinations

In many parts of the world, gumbo is celebrated as a rich and flavorful blend of various ingredients. Similarly, the recent announcement of the 5,594 passers of the 2025 Bar Examinations can be likened to a gumbo of success. This milestone achievement marks a significant increase in the number of successful examinees, with far-reaching implications for the legal profession.

A Statistical Breakdown

The numbers tell an impressive story out of a total of 11,364 examinees, 5,594 successfully passed the bar exams, translating to a remarkable 48.98 percent passing rate. This represents a notable increase from the previous year's pass rate of 37.84 percent and surpasses the 2022 passing rate of 43.47 percent.

Top Achievers

Among the top performers are Jhenroniel Rhey Timola Sanchez of the University of the Philippines, who achieved an overall rating of 92.70 percent; Spinel Albert Allauigan Declaro of the University of Santo Tomas-Manila, with a score of 91.53 percent; and Alaiza Agatep Adviento, also from UST-Manila, with a rating of 90.67 percent.

School Performance A Closer Look

At the institutional level, Ateneo de Manila University demonstrated impressive results, boasting a passing rate of 96.52 percent among its examinees. The University of the Philippines followed closely, with a passing rate of 94.63 percent, while the University of Santo Tomas-Manila achieved a rate of 87.16 percent.

Regional Representation A Key Indicator

The results also reflected representation from both Metro Manila-based and regional law schools. Notably, Ateneo de Davao University recorded a perfect passing rate (100 percent) among schools with 51 to 100 examinees, while West Visayas State University led schools with 11 to 50 examinees, also achieving a perfect passing rate.

First-Time Bar Takers A Promising Sign

For first-time Bar takers, Ateneo de Manila University topped schools with more than 100 examinees, boasting a passing rate of 98.11 percent.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the 2025 Bar Examinations have yielded impressive results, with 5,594 passers translating to a remarkable 48.98 percent passing rate. The top performers and school performance highlights demonstrate the dedication and hard work of the examinees. As we move forward, it is essential to recognize the importance of education, training, and mentorship in shaping the next generation of legal professionals.

Keywords Bar Examinations, Law Schools, Top Performers, School Performance, Regional Representation, First-Time Bar Takers

Edward Lance Arellano Lorilla

CEO / Co-Founder

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