Mikee Quintos Just Got One Degree Hotter As She Graduates From College After A Decade

A lot can happen in a decade. And for actress Mikee Quintos, one of her proudest highlights is finally earning her college degree after 10 years, all while juggling a full-time acting career!

In a series of Instagram Stories, Mikee couldn't hide her excitement as she celebrated the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. Hours before her official graduation, the actress captured every special moment: starting with a mirror selfie in her official graduation sash, followed by heartwarming snaps with her family, fully soaking in the milestone. "Guess who just got one degree hotter!!" Mikee wrote in a caption with the hashtag, #USTArchitectureBatch2025.

Mikee's fellow celebrities applauded her on the achievement. Barbie Forteza, Inah De Belen, and Sofia Pablo sent their warm congratulations, while actor Rocco Nacino emphasized the value of her accomplishment: "Way to go!!! Education is the best investment! Proud of you."

UST’s official student publication, The Varsitarian, also joined in the celebration by posting a carousel of graduation photos on Facebook. In the images, Mikee is seen walking across the stage inside the Quadricentennial Pavilion—a memorable moment that marks the end of a fulfilling academic journey.

"After 10 years in college, actress Mikee Quintos marches inside the Quadricentennial Pavilion as one of the 318 graduates of the College of Architecture on Saturday, June 21," the caption read.

ICYDK, Mikee completed her Bachelor of Science in Architecture at the University of Santo Tomas. Earlier this year, she revealed that she had finally defended her thesis.

"POV: your thesis jury just gave you your final grade and you're finally graduating after 10 years in college," she posted on her Instagram Story.

Mikee has truly come a long way—juggling her full-time job as an actress while studying architecture. Despite her busy schedule, she continued to take on acting roles and never gave up on her dream of finishing college.

One of her most well-known roles was in Encantadia in 2016, where she played Lira. Now, she's set to reprise her role in the show's upcoming spinoff, Sang'gre. Before her graduation, Mikee also starred in the VIU TV series Slay Til Death Do Us Part alongside Julie Anne San Jose and Gabbi Garcia.

After years of hard work in both school and showbiz, Mikee's diploma is truly hard-earned.