Misamis University

What does Misamis University stand for?

Misamis University (MU) is a private educational institution originally founded in 1929 by the Felicianos (Dr. Hilarion T. Feliciano and his wife, Doña Maria Mercado Feliciano). It started as the Kolambugan Academy in Kolambugan in Lanao Del Norte, which eventually transferred to the Misamis in order to cater a large portion of students who are in needing of education. With this, the institution was renamed to Misamis Institute.

With the emergence of World War II, the school's operation was disrupted, and resumed its operations in 1946 with elementary and secondary courses offered as part of its curriculum. The institution was inaugurated as a university in 1977, and Dr. Jaime M. Feliciano was the first university president to be put in position. MU is currently located in Feliciano Street, Ozamiz City.

The university houses thirteen (13) undergraduate and graduate colleges, a Basic Education program from Nursery to Senior High School, and Technical-Vocational Courses. Some of its undergraduate programs include degrees in Criminology, Political Science, Computer Engineering, Marine Transportation, Accountancy, and a lot more. While its technical-vocational courses certified by TESDA include; Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Healthcare Services, and Security Services, which all have National Certificates II.

MU has been pursuing a high-level quality of education for its students through the different accreditations MU received. The institution received recognition from the following bodies: Philippines Association of Colleges and Universities Commission of Accreditation (PACUCOA), Commission on Higher Education (CHEd), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Det Norske Veritas, Unified TVET Program Registration and Accreditation System, among others.

With its continuing objectives, MU hopes to further innovate its academic programs, build an academic community that champions the university's core values, support research that has societal impacts, establish a harmonious relationship with the community, and offer education to everyone.
 

Misamis University Facts:

• In Mindanao, MU is the first and only ISO certified university awarded by Det Norske Veritas, the Netherlands for its Quality Education and Service.
   
• MU's Computer Education Program was recognized as Center of Development for Excellence in Information Technology Education by the Commission on Higher Education in April 2000.
   
• MU achieved deregulated status from the Commission on Higher Education through Resolution No. 393-2003 in 2003.

What programs & courses does Misamis University offer?

Choosing the right program can help you set your future goals and visualize where you want to be. Whether you want to be an engineer, a teacher, an accountant, or you want to level up in your profession, making yourself informed with the right choices will surely back you up in the future. Are you ready to map your career with Misamis University? Make the best decision in choosing the right path for you, click through the list of programs offered by Misamis University below:

College (Undergraduate) Programs

Tech-Voc Programs

Graduate Studies Programs