Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan is a prestigious private Jesuit university in Cagayan de Oro City, Mindanao, northern Philippines. The school is part of the Ateneo de Cagayan system, which includes several other equally prestigious Ateneo schools. Xavier University is committed to providing a well-rounded education that emphasizes academic excellence, spiritual formation, and social responsibility. Here are some details about Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan:

School Overview:

Founded: 1933

Founder: Fr. James T.G. Hayes, SJ

Type: Private Jesuit University

Location: Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines

Student Population: Approximately 14,500+ students (data may change over time)

Academic Achievements:

Xavier University is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines and is one of the first 30 higher education institutions in the Philippines to be granted "full autonomy" status.

The school is accredited by PAASCU (Philippine Association for Private Education) in several fields, including Arts and Sciences, Education, Business Administration, and Accounting.

Disciplines and Departments:

Undergraduate Programs: Offers a variety of disciplines including Biology, Marine Biology, Mathematics, Psychology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Agricultural Engineering, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Management, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Electronic Engineering.

Graduate Programs: Offers Master's and Doctoral programs in Education, Sociology, Public Administration, Economics, English, History, Psychology, Language Studies, English Education, Filipino Education, Mathematics Education, Educational Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Information Technology, and Agricultural Economics.

Campus and Facilities:

The main campus is located in the heart of Cagayan de Oro City and covers an area of ​​approximately 6.4 hectares.

The College of Agriculture has a 64.7-hectare experimental and demonstration farm located in nearby Manresa.

The school is equipped with modern teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries, computer centers, sports facilities, etc.

International Relations:

Xavier University has established partnerships with many universities and educational institutions around the world to promote academic exchanges and student exchange programs.

The school actively participates in international conferences and forums to enhance its global visibility.

Social Responsibility:

As a Jesuit university, Xavier University attaches great importance to community service and social justice.

The school encourages students to participate in volunteer services and community development projects to cultivate them into socially responsible leaders.

Campus Life:

Xavier University offers a rich variety of extracurricular activities, including student organizations, clubs, sports events and cultural festivals.

The school focuses on holistic education, not only focusing on students' academic achievements, but also caring about their comprehensive development in spiritual, moral, social and physical aspects.

Admission Requirements:

For undergraduates, high school transcripts, letters of recommendation and personal statements are generally required.

Graduate programs usually require applicants to hold a bachelor's degree in a related field and may need to provide GRE/GMAT scores, letters of recommendation, personal statements and/or research proposals.

Tuition:

As a private university, Xavier University's tuition is higher than that of public universities, but it offers different types of scholarships and financial aid to students in need.

Ranking:

Xavier University usually ranks high in the university rankings in the Philippines, especially in the northern Mindanao region.