About the university

Largest state university in the Bicol region. Strong in Engineering, Education, Nursing, Fisheries and Tourism. Affordable and high-quality public education with the iconic Mayon Volcano as backdrop.

Key information

• Location: Legazpi City, PH
• Institution type: public

Popular faculties

• Engineering
• Education
• Nursing
• Fisheries
• Tourism
• Architecture

Programs (6)

• Engineering
• Education
• Biology
• Business Administration
• Nursing
• Food Technology

Student body

• Total students: 22,000
• International students: 1%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: $70 - $220 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 82%

Admission requirements

Required tests

• BUCAT
• IELTS
• TOEFL

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Tuition costs

• $200 - $700 / per year
• Acceptance rate: 45.00%
• Scholarships available: Free tuition (UAQTEA), DOST-SEI grants, Bicol Provincial scholarship, athletic and cultural awards, BU President's Scholarship.
• Additional costs: Legazpi at the foot of Mayon Volcano: USD 140-280/month. Disaster prep is part of the curriculum.

Quick facts

• Founded: 1969
• Teaching languages: English, Filipino, Bikol
• Study formats: offline

Contact

• Website: https://www.bicol-u.edu.ph