Awards received by Benjamin Cayetano over the years.
- 2002 Philippine Legion of Honor, Degree of Commander. The Philippines’ highest award for outstanding achievement by a civilian. Presented by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo on October 24, 2002.
- 1998 UCLA Edward A. Dickson Alumnus of the Year Award for lifetime achievement.
- 1998 Honorary Doctorate of Public Service, Loyola Marymount University.
- 1997 Honorary Doctor of Laws, University of the Philippines, School of Law.
- 1997 Distinguished Citizens Award, Aloha Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
- 1996 Harvard University Foundation for Intercultural and Race Relations Award for Leadership.
- 1995 American Society of Public Administrations Award for Ethics in Government.
- 1995 UCLA Medal, the university’s highest honor, for “remarkable record of public service.”
- 1995 The Distinguished Leadership Award from the UCLA John E. Anderson Graduate School of Management.
- 1993 UCLA Alumni Association Award for Outstanding Public Service.
- 1993 University of Hawaii College of Education Award for contribution to education excellence.
- Honolulu StarBulletin “Ten Most Effective Legislators” Award 1975 – 1978.
- Hawaii Observer “Four Best Legislators” Award 1975- 1978.
