MSU-TCTO Ranks Second in AACCUP Level II Accreditation Among Top 5 Colleges and Universities with the Highest Number of Accredited Programs

By: MSU Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography

Published: March 7, 2025

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MSU-TCTO Ranks Second in AACCUP Level II Accreditation Among Top 5 Colleges and Universities with the Highest Number of Accredited Programs

By: MSU Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography

March 7, 2025

MSU-TCTO Ranks Second in AACCUP Level II Accreditation Among Top 5 Colleges and Universities with the Highest Number of Accredited Programs

The Mindanao State University - Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU-TCTO) proudly achieved Top 2 status in the Level II Accredited Programs Category for 2024, as recognized by the Accrediting Agency for Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP), Inc. This remarkable accomplishment places MSU-TCTO second among the Top 5 Performing Colleges and Universities with the highest number of accredited programs.

Chancellor Mary Joyce Z. Guinto-Sali, PhD personally received the award during the 38th AACCUP National Conference and General Assembly 2025 together with Quality Assurance and Accreditation Director Al-Kwarizhme Abdusalam and Food and Residential Services Director Marife Bentulan. The event was held at the Marikina State Polytechnic College in Marikina City, Metro Manila, from March 5-7, 2025.

The following are the accredited degree programs for MSU-TCTO:

Bachelor of Elementary Education

Bachelor of Secondary Education, with majors in English, Filipino, Sciences, and Mathematics

Bachelor of Arts in English Language Studies

Bachelor of Arts in History

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Bachelor of Science in Fisheries

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

Bachelor of Science in Teaching Arabic

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Studies, major in Shariah Law

This recognition underscores MSU-TCTO's dedication to providing high-quality education and its commitment to academic excellence.

As the university continues to pursue higher standards and greater achievements, it stands as a beacon of knowledge, innovation, and growth in the region.

MSU-TCTO is thankful to all its constituents, partners, and stakeholders for helping and supporting the University, and for making this achievement possible.

The University is also proud to congratulate the Mindanao State University - Main Campus for achieving the Top 1 status in the same category. This outstanding achievement highlights their commitment to excellence and inspires academic institutions nationwide. MSU-TCTO joins in celebrating their success and dedication to advancing the standards of education.

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