SDG 4 - Quality Education
Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
4.4 - Proportion of first-generation students
To promote educational equity and drive intergenerational mobility, Leyte Normal University (LNU) actively tracks and supports first-generation students or those who are the first in their immediate family to pursue a university degree.
We measure the proportion of full-time equivalent (FTE) students entering our degree programs from first-generation backgrounds to ensure higher education remains accessible to all. Through specialized admissions pathways, dedicated orientation and mentorship programs, and comprehensive academic and socio-emotional support services, our institution actively empowers these students to navigate university life successfully, ensuring that historically underrepresented groups thrive and that no learner is left behind.
4.4.1 - Number of students starting a degree
Number of Students
The total number of enrolled students at Leyte Normal University (LNU) from 2021 to 2024 reflects a pattern of steady recovery and sustained growth in the University’s academic population. In 2021, enrollment stood at 6,868 students, marking a period of adjustment likely influenced by the lingering effects of the pandemic on higher education participation. The following year, in 2022, LNU experienced a significant rebound, reaching 7,374 students, as the resumption of on-site and blended learning modalities encouraged more learners to return to formal education.
In 2023, enrollment showed a slight dip to 7,182, which may be attributed to transitional academic adjustments or graduation cycles, yet the number remained consistently high—demonstrating the University’s strong retention and continuous appeal among prospective students. By 2024, the trend regained positive momentum, with 7,277 enrollees, signaling a stable and resilient academic community.
Overall, the four-year data reveal that LNU has effectively maintained an upward and stable enrollment trend, reinforcing its reputation as a leading teacher education and higher learning institution in Eastern Visayas. The consistent student turnout reflects the University’s commitment to accessibility, quality education, and the promotion of lifelong learning opportunities aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education).
Number of Students Starting a Degree
The data on the number of students starting a degree at Leyte Normal University (LNU) from 2021 to 2024 reflects a steady pattern of growth and sustained interest in higher education. In 2021, LNU recorded 1,696 new degree students, marking the beginning of a progressive trend in student admissions. The following year, in 2022, the number of new entrants rose to 2,056, signaling renewed enthusiasm for university education as learners adapted to post-pandemic learning modalities.
This positive trajectory continued in 2023, when 2,149 students began their academic journey at LNU—the highest intake across the four-year period. By 2024, the University maintained a strong enrollment of 1,719 new students, demonstrating continued confidence in LNU’s academic reputation and its commitment to quality education.
Overall, the four-year data underscores the University’s consistent ability to attract aspiring learners across various programs. It reflects LNU’s dedication to providing inclusive, accessible, and transformative educational opportunities, in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) and its mission to empower communities through lifelong learning.
4.4.2 - Number of first-generation students starting a degree
The data on the number of first-generation students starting a degree at Leyte Normal University (LNU) from 2021 to 2024 highlights the University’s ongoing efforts to open doors of higher education to students who are the first in their families to attend college.
In 2021, LNU welcomed 662 first-generation students, showcasing its role as an accessible institution for learners from diverse backgrounds. The following year, 2022, recorded the highest number with 720 students, reflecting strong participation and growing awareness of educational opportunities for first-generation learners. In 2023, 420 students began their academic journey as pioneering members of their families in higher education—demonstrating continued engagement and inclusivity within the University’s programs. By 2024, 541 first-generation students enrolled, reaffirming LNU’s consistent commitment to nurturing new scholars and sustaining pathways for educational advancement.
Overall, the data reflects LNU’s inclusive and transformative learning environment, where first-generation students are continually encouraged to pursue their academic aspirations. This trend underscores the University’s vital contribution to Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) by ensuring equitable access to higher learning and supporting learners who represent the first generation in their families to enter the academic community.
