Education for All, committed to global excellence.

From the heart of Baguio City, BCU forms holistic, globally competitive graduates through innovative instruction, interdisciplinary research and meaningful community involvement.

Students and faculty at Baguio Central University

About BCU

A university that soars — and lifts its community with it.

Baguio Central University offers basic education through graduate studies, grounded in values formation and a commitment to serve the Cordillera and beyond.

Vision

Education for All Committed towards Global Excellence.

Mission

Seeks to train holistically and globally competitive students through innovative curriculum and instruction, interdisciplinary research, and participative, functional social orientation and community involvement.

Our History →

Holistic Formation and Development

Organizational Stability, Adaptability and Responsiveness

Moral Recovery for the Common Good

Excellence in Education and Continuing Development towards Global Competitiveness

Academic Programs

Find your path at BCU

Six colleges, a Graduate School and a full Basic Education department — all on one campus in Baguio City.

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CTELA

Teacher Education & Liberal Arts

Preparing licensed, values-driven educators and communicators for classrooms and communities.

Learn more → CONSM

Nursing & School of Midwifery

Compassionate, competent health professionals trained through rigorous clinical exposure.

Learn more → CHTM

Hospitality & Tourism Management

Hands-on training for careers in the Summer Capital's thriving tourism and service industry.

Learn more → COE

Engineering

Building problem-solvers who design safe, sustainable infrastructure for highland communities.

Learn more → CBA

Business Administration

Future managers, accountants and entrepreneurs connected to the local startup ecosystem.

Learn more → CCJE

Criminal Justice Education

Disciplined, ethical professionals ready to serve in law enforcement and public safety.

Learn more → GS

Graduate School

Master's and doctoral studies for working professionals seeking leadership and research depth.

Learn more → BED

Basic Education

A strong foundation from the early grades through Senior High School.

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Proud Moments

Congratulations, 2026 board passers!

Our newest licensed professionals carry the BCU name into hospitals, classrooms, construction sites and public service across the country.

NursingNurse Licensure Exam

MidwiferyMidwife Licensure Exam

Civil EngineeringCE Licensure Exam

CriminologyCriminologist Licensure Exam

Teacher EducationLEPT

And moreSee all passers on our page

Beyond the Classroom

Support, research and global reach

Student Support

Guidance, scholarships, the arts and student media — services that help every learner thrive.

Research & Extension

Interdisciplinary research and community programs that put knowledge to work for the Cordillera.

International Relations Office

Partnerships, exchanges and linkages that open global opportunities for BCU students and faculty.

Visit the IRO →

Sustainable Development Goals

Education for all — and a better world for all.

BCU aligns its instruction, research and community extension with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Our vision of Education for All naturally extends to ending poverty, advancing health and justice, and building partnerships for a more sustainable Cordillera.

Explore the SDG Tracker to see how each college, office and program contributes. Each goal opens a page of related BCU stories.

17Goals tracked

241BCU stories mapped

16Goals with BCU activity

Read our SDG Report → Community Extension →

1No Poverty 2Zero Hunger 3Good Health & Well-being 4Quality Education 5Gender Equality 6Clean Water & Sanitation 7Affordable & Clean Energy 8Decent Work & Growth 9Industry & Innovation 10Reduced Inequalities 11Sustainable Cities 12Responsible Consumption 13Climate Action 14Life Below Water 15Life on Land 16Peace & Justice 17Partnerships for the Goals →Full SDG Report

Tap a goal to see the BCU stories linked to it. Badges show the number of stories.

SDG 16SDG 17

Weaving Threads of Hope: research on peace and integral regeneration

BCU faculty researchers examine how local communities and global visions come together to build lasting peace.

SDG 8SDG 9

CBA joins startup ecosystem mapping for Baguio and Benguet

The College of Business Administration helps chart the region's startup landscape, linking students to local innovation and enterprise.

SDG 4

PACUCOA reaccreditation of Business and Hospitality programs

Continuing quality assurance keeps BCU's programs aligned with national standards for excellent, accessible education.

Baguio Central University Graduate School Community Extends Compassionate Support to the Walitan Family

By: Jennifer T. Longchasen, EdD (CES, Coordinator, Graduate School) FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TURN-OVER: Mrs. Marites P. Quiban (center-left) receives the financial ...

October 10, 2026

BCU College of Business Administration Prepares Future Business Professionals through ESP Orientation

By: Ms. Jhoana H. Guinoo Baguio Central University’s (BCU) College of Business Administration (CBA) participated in the Entrepreneurial Skills Pass ...

October 5, 2026

BCU-JPMAP JOINS NATIONAL WORKSHOP ON STUDENT LEADERSHIP, COMMITTEE DEVELOPMENT

by: Dr. Shamany L. Lokines Baguio Central University (BCU), through its Junior People Management Association of the Philippines (JPMAP) Chapter ...

October 4, 2026

BSBA-HRDM Students Support Preparations for the 4th World March for Peace

by: Ms. Jhoana H. Guinoo The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in Human Resource Development Management (BSBA-HRDM) students ...

October 3, 2026

WEAVING THREADS OF HOPE: HOW THE PHILIPPINES UNITES LOCAL COMMUNITIES AND GLOBAL VISIONS FOR PEACE AND INTEGRAL REGENERATION

By: Rubenson Bilag, Marina Bid-Ing, Peter Canggat Jr., Oliver Ngiwas, Cynthia Calavera, Faithfulyn Colian,Jocelyn Pilas, Cherrie Ann Pintado, and Meling ...