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Bar Exam 2023: Passing Rates, Top performers, and School Performance
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The 2023 Philippine Bar Examinations results are out, and the Supreme Court announced a 39.55% passing rate – a important increase from the historically low 26.68% in 2022.This year’s exam saw 3,812 examinees, wiht 1,505 successfully passing. Let’s dive into the details, including the top performers and how law schools fared.
Overall Passing Rate and Key Statistics
The jump in the passing rate is a welcome sign, indicating potential improvements in legal education and exam readiness. here’s a swift overview of the key numbers:
Total Examinees: 3,812
total Passed: 1,505
Passing Rate: 39.55%
Date of Examination: September 17, 18, 19, and 20, 2023
Date of release: December 5, 2023
This year’s exam was notably notable for being digitally administered for the first time, utilizing a platform provided by Justice Systems, Inc.
Top Performers: Meet the New Lawyers
ateneo de Manila University School of Law’s Anna Isabela S.Soriano emerged as the topnotcher with an impressive average of 95.80%.Here’s a look at the top 10 passers:
- Anna Isabela S.Soriano – Ateneo de Manila University (95.80%)
- Jannah Camille D. Dumlao – University of the Philippines (95.55%)
- Christianne Joy A. Cruz – University of Santo Tomas (95.30%)
- Ivy Jane A. Burgos – Ateneo de Manila University (95.25%)
- Eira Camille S. De Leon – University of the Philippines (95.20%)
- Rochelle D.Dizon – Ateneo de Manila University (95.15%)
- Mark Laurence T. Vinoya – San Beda University (95.10%)
- Ma. Carmela A. Gabuyo – University of Santo Tomas (95.05%)
- Jan Tristan T.Dela Cruz – Ateneo de Manila University (94.95%)
- Jefferson R. Cruz – University of the Philippines (94.90%)