Universities in the Philippines

West Visayas State University

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world rank  8346

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Overview

West Visayas State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Iloilo City, Western Visayas, Philippines. This institution also has branch campuses in Calinog, Lambunao, Pototan, Janiuay and Himamaylan. Founded in 1902, West Visayas State University (WVSU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines. WVSU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 124-year-old Philippine higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. WVSU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

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Control

West Visayas State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

West Visayas State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

West Visayas State University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

West Visayas State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
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Acronym WVSU
Founded 1902
Motto Service, Harmony, Excellence
Colours Blue, gold and white
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Location

Address Luna St., La Paz
Iloilo City
5000 Western Visayas
Philippines
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West Visayas State University Phone Number (33) 320 0870
West Visayas State University Fax Number (33) 320 0879
Other locations Calinog, Lambunao, Pototan, Janiuay and Himamaylan

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

West Visayas State University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important West Visayas State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accrediting Agency for Chartered Colleges and Universities of the Philippines, Inc. (AACCUP)
  • Association of Christian Schools, Colleges and Universities Accrediting Agency, Inc. (ACSCU-AAI)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize West Visayas State University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

West Visayas State University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of West Visayas State University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify West Visayas State University's academic range and degree level offering.



West Visayas State University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
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degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

West Visayas State University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

West Visayas State University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of West Visayas State University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at West Visayas State University.



West Visayas State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact West Visayas State University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official West Visayas State University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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West Visayas State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

West Visayas State University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


West Visayas State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

West Visayas State University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

West Visayas State University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

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West Visayas State University's International Students Admission International Students

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West Visayas State University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact West Visayas State University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

West Visayas State University Size and Profile


West Visayas State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

West Visayas State University has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


West Visayas State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

West Visayas State University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


West Visayas State University's Control Type Control Type

West Visayas State University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


West Visayas State University's Entity Type Entity Type

West Visayas State University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


West Visayas State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

West Visayas State University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


West Visayas State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

West Visayas State University's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.


West Visayas State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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West Visayas State University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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West Visayas State University's Library University Library

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West Visayas State University's Housing University Housing

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West Visayas State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

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West Visayas State University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

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West Visayas State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

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West Visayas State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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West Visayas State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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West Visayas State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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West Visayas State University's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

West Visayas State University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

West Visayas State University Affiliations and Memberships

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Visayas State University public or private?

West Visayas State University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is West Visayas State University profit or non-profit?

West Visayas State University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of West Visayas State University in terms of enrollment?

West Visayas State University has a student enrollment ranging from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of West Visayas State University in terms of academic staff?

West Visayas State University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.

Is West Visayas State University a coeducational institution?

West Visayas State University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does West Visayas State University use?

West Visayas State University's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.

What religion is West Visayas State University affiliated with?

None.

Does West Visayas State University admit international students?

Not reported.

What is West Visayas State University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

West Visayas State University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend West Visayas State University WVSU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is West Visayas State University WVSU located?

West Visayas State University is located in Iloilo City, Western Visayas, Philippines. Address: Luna St., La Paz.

Is West Visayas State University WVSU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, West Visayas State University is accredited by Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines (since ).

Does West Visayas State University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does West Visayas State University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does West Visayas State University have a university library?

Yes

Does West Visayas State University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does West Visayas State University have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does West Visayas State University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does West Visayas State University offer career services?

Not reported

Does West Visayas State University offer distance learning?

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Does West Visayas State University have an institutional hospital?

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