The Union College of Laguna is a college institution that is located at Santa Cruz, Laguna, Philippines. The Union College was founded in 1947 by veteran educator Dr. Enrique Sobrepeña whose aim was to provide access to education to students who can't go to Manila for further education. Union College was established to bring education to the students in the countryside, to effectively mold the youth for character development; to strive for excellence in knowledge and skills; to nurture talents for cultural fulfillment; and to produce graduates imbued with a deep sense of consecrated service to God and community. In the pursuit of truth, Union College envisions itself as a provider of knowledge, expertise, wisdom and goodness of character thus developing excellent graduates of sterling character, God-fearing and responsive to the needs of the global community. The Union College of Laguna is composed of the following Schools: The Union College School of Integrated Preparatory Studies (UCSIPS) provides a 12-year program that combines kindergarten, elementary, and high school studies to prepare the student for college.