Cagayan State University

About

Cagayan State University (CSU) is a prominent public institution in the Cagayan Valley region of the Philippines, recognized for its comprehensive academic offerings and commitment to regional development. It is particularly strong in fields such as agriculture, fisheries, engineering, and teacher education, serving as a vital educational hub. For international students, CSU provides a supportive environment, integrating them into its diverse programs with assistance from its international affairs office, though dedicated international schools or extensive English-taught programs are not its primary focus. The university emphasizes practical skills and community engagement. A distinctive characteristic is its extensive multi-campus system, which decentralizes education across the province.

Background

Cagayan State University (known as CSU), was established through a Presidential Decree No. 1436 CSU operates nine satellite campuses and two extension campuses strategically located across the three Congressional Districts of Cagayan Province. Each campus is administered by a Campus Executive Officer(CEO). CSU Andrews Campus, established in Caritan Sur, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, serves as the main campus and houses the central administration of the university. CSU campuses are distributed across the province's congressional districts. CSU Gonzaga, CSU Aparri, and CSU Lallo are located in Cagayan’s 1st congressional district, along with the Calayan and Buguey Extension Campuses. CSU Lasam, CSU Sanchez-Mira, and CSU Piat are situated in Cagayan’s 2nd congressional district. CSU Andrews Campus, together with CSU Carig in Tuguegarao City and CSU Solana, forms part of Cagayan’s 3rd congressional district.

Location

Quick facts

Nearby universities