Overview
Founded in 1924, the Visayas State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Baybay (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Eastern Visayas. This institution also has branch campuses in Alangalang, Isabel, Tolosa and Villaba. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Visayas State University (VSU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Visayas State University (VSU) 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 and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 100-year-old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Philippine higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. VSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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medium sized
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moderately selective
University Identity
| Name | Visayas State University |
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| Acronym | VSU |
| Founded | 1924 |
| Motto | Relevance, Integrity, Truth and Excellence |
| Colours | Green and gold |
| Mascot | Civet |
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University Location
| Address | Visca Baybay 6521A Eastern Visayas Philippines |
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(53) 565 0600 |
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(53) 563 7067 |
| Other locations | Alangalang, Isabel, Tolosa and Villaba |
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Introduction
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Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Visayas State University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
Visayas State University's Facebook page review
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Visayas State University's Youtube page review
Visayas State University's Instagram page review
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