Is education the dividing line between classes in Philippine society?

[steven21]

Philippine society puts high value on an individual's educational attainment. Because of the instability of the Philippine economy, education in the country becomes a privilege and not a right. As a result, education then becomes a line that separates the privileged few and those who are not. Some can have several options for schools, while others have to choose between education and work. Some read examples of personal statements in order to get a spot in a US university that they want to go to. Those who are poor, on the other hand, have no choice but to spend time working hard for their next meal. Does the government make an effort to make college education available to everyone?