19/04/2026
Coco Martin (born Rodel Pacheco Nacianceno) completed his Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management (HRM) at the National College of Business and Arts (NCBA) in Quezon City, Philippines, graduating in 2003.
Educational Background Breakdown
1. Elementary and High School
He attended Jose Abad Santos Memorial School (JASMS) from 1989 to 1999 for grades 1–12.
2. College
After high school, he enrolled at NCBA and earned his HRM degree. Notably, he worked odd jobs (e.g., janitor, waiter, flyer distributor) to support himself before entering show business.
3. Post-College Work
Post-graduation, he briefly worked as a janitor at a bingo parlor in Alberta, Canada, before pursuing acting.
