About University of Cagayan Valley (UCV)
"Every man, irrespective of creed and economic status, has the inherent right and access to quality education."
~Dr. Matias P. (founder)
AMICITIA ET SCIENTIA
"Friendship and Knowledge"
The University of Cagayan Valley (UCV) is the premiere academic institution of the Region that caters to the thirst of students, from all walks of life, to quality education. It was formerly known as the CAGAYAN TEACHERS COLLEGE, and then CAGAYAN COLLEGES TUGUEGARAO, and now the UNIVERSITY OF CAGAYAN VALLEY, thanks to the dedication of the academe to give students the education and values that they deserve. The University of Cagayan Valley is the first private non-sectarian academic institution in the Cagayan Valley Region founded in 1948 in the heart of Tuguegarao City by the late Dr. Matias P. and Doña Caridad Ventura-Perez, now with Level III Accredited Programs by the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA), and offers a wide array of quality courses. At present, the University offers six (6) graduate programs, one (1) post-baccalaureate program, nineteen (19) degree programs, eight (8) non-degree programs, and complete secondary and elementary levels to more or less 9,000 student populace. CORE VALUES
EXCELLENCE
UCV is committed to innovation and creativity, and strives to produce the highest quality of outcomes in all its endeavors
Dedication to excellence impels the individuals and the university itself to consistently strive for outcomes that are exemplary and to recognize its member’s significant achievements and contributions to the welfare of the university
Excellence in teaching within a student-focused, supportive and challenging environment
INTEGRITY
Urges each member of the academic community to live in accord the university’s thrusts, it being a “school for the masses” and to act with honesty, integrity and with utmost reverence to the truth
Development of ethical and socially responsible leaders, professionals and citizens
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
UCV promotes a culture that is environment-friendly, and recognizes that protecting the health and safety of its students and employees is a primordial concern
Accountability for individual and community activities towards oneself, others and the environment
Being a proactive and productive individual and group member, having pride in and contributing to the social and economic wealth of the community and the nation
COLLABORATION
Contributes to the advancement of the society by building partnership with business and industries, the alumni, government organizations, accrediting agencies and the community it serves
RESPECT
Respect for the personal dignity and individual worth / potential of student prompted UCV to adhere to its philosophy of massive admission
The University of Cagayan Valley is the premiere academic institution of Cagayan Valley that caters to students from different walks of life. The University of Cagayan Valley is the first private non-sectarian school in Region II, and offers a wide array of quality courses. The academe continues its mission to this day, creating leaders and well rounded individuals that will become changers of the society as we know it, evident of her alumni who have earned a name for themselves and for the institution.
