A religious Institute founded in India on January 6, 1877, by Helene Philippine de Chappotin, known as Mother Mary of the Passion.

With evangelization and the development of women as their primary concern, they chose the establishment of schools as the best means to obtain this purpose.

[1] With the increase in enrollment, the high school building, named after St. Francis, was constructed in September 1960 and was ready for occupancy in June 1961.

In 2013, SMC accepted elementary graduates from public schools nearby to avail of free education.

After more than six decades our God continues to beckon Stella Maris College to journey with the Filipino youth in the process of their becoming and growth in Christ.

Stella Marts College community contributes to the task of nation building and to the mission of the Church through the transformative experiences and programs it offers to its students.

The high school uniform has a white long-sleeved blouse, with the blue marine collar and sailor's necktie.