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Ruffa Gutierrez pursues a masters degree at the age of 51: ’It’s never too late!’

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Rhea Manila Santos

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<p>After graduating with a degree in Bachelor of Arts majoring in Communication Arts from the Philippine Women’s University in Manila in 2022, Ruffa Gutierrez revealed in a social media post that she was ready to pursue further studies this new year as she enrolls in the masteral program of the same university. </p><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DSRem7pknuN/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A166751.89999997616%2C%22ls%22%3A166106.09999996424%2C%22le%22%3A166112.89999997616%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="722" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><p>In her Instagram post last December, Ruffa shared how she felt about becoming a student again at the age of 51. She wrote, “Feeling inspired to rekindle my passion for learning! 📚📖🤓 Back at my beloved alma mater, Philippine Women’s University, diving into my Master’s in Communication Arts! 🎓 Life is all about those projects that enrich us and give our lives meaning and purpose. Remember, if you need to hit that restart button, it’s never too late! It’s not always easy, but wow, is it worth it! 🙏🏻💖🙌🏻”</p><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2025/12/15/ruffa-gutierrez-reveals-dad-eddie-had-a-life-threatening-infection-but-is-now-recovering-well-1817"><strong>READ: Ruffa Gutierrez reveals dad Eddie had a ‘life-threatening infection’ but is now recovering well after spinal procedure</strong></a></div><div><br/></div><p>Starting off her journey into graduate studies, Ruffa visited the school’s head office to greet the administration heads. “Cherishing this moment with some amazing women: Shirley Padua, Dean of Education; Marivic Tirona from the Office of the President; and Ambassador Rosario Manalo, Dean of the HZB School of International Relations &amp; Diplomacy. 🇵🇭 Let’s go after what makes our souls shine! ✨” she wrote. </p><div><br/></div><p>It was in 2021 when Ruffa first revealed her decision to pursue a degree again after 34 years. In 2022, she wrote about her academic achievement  after graduating under PWU’s Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP).</p><div><br/></div><p>“Don’t downgrade your dream just to fit your reality. Upgrade your conviction to match your destiny. I would not have been able to successfully embark on my educational journey without the continuous guidance of PWU‘s ETEEAP team of professionals and the immeasurable support of my loved ones. Because of my enduring commitment to continuously seeking knowledge and equipping myself with new skills that will help me prosper and fulfill my dreams in the ever-changing global scene, I also proudly share with you that I am officially an MA-ComArts student at PWU. The journey continues.”</p><div><br/></div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2025/12/10/ruffa-gutierrez-and-family-asks-for-prayers-as-dad-eddie-undergoes-spinal-procedure-in-singapore-1318"><strong>READ: Ruffa Gutierrez and family asks for prayers as dad Eddie undergoes spinal procedure in Singapore</strong></a></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-3" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DSpIB8RkvJm/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A3%2C%22os%22%3A167895.79999995232%2C%22ls%22%3A166106.09999996424%2C%22le%22%3A166112.89999997616%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="925" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-3" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DSzi9_pEnDj/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A168306.39999997616%2C%22ls%22%3A166106.09999996424%2C%22le%22%3A166112.89999997616%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="722" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><p>During the holidays, Ruffa enjoyed spending time with her family. Her US-based daughters Lorin and Venice had come home for Christmas and her father Eddie Gutierrez had also returned from Singapore after undergoing a spinal procedure last month. </p><div><br/></div><p>Talking about her dad’s return, Ruffa wrote in a post, “It’s been 19 days since his procedure in Singapore, and seeing him thrive fills our hearts with so much gratitude. ❤️Age is just a number—hangga’t kaya pa natin, let’s keep living, loving, and enjoying life. 🍸💃🏼💫 Cheers to more quality moments and making time for our parents. ✨🕺🙏🏻”</p>

<p>Actress Ruffa Gutierrez heads back to her alma mater in Manila this year as a student of the university’s masteral program.</p>

Actress Ruffa Gutierrez heads back to her alma mater in Manila this year as a student of the university’s masteral program.