Central Mindanao University

CENTRAL MIDANAO UNIVERSITY

Email: intlrelationsoffice@cmu.edu.ph

Overview

Central Mindanao University (CMU) is a public state university located in Musuan, Maramag, Bukidnon, Philippines. Founded in 1910 as an agricultural school, it has grown into one of Mindanao’s premier research and educational institutions, earning recognition from the Commission on Higher Education as a Center of Excellence in Agriculture, Forestry, Veterinary Medicine, and Biology, and as a Center of Development in Mathematics, Environmental Science, and Teacher Education.

The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple colleges, including Agriculture, Arts and Sciences, Business and Management, and many undergraduate and graduate programs. CMU serves a large student population with a strong focus on relevant, research-oriented instruction and community development.

Key Strengths of Central Mindanao University (CMU):

1. Recognized Centers of Excellence and Development: CMU has several academic programs formally designated by the Philippine Commission on Higher Education as Centers of Excellence (Agriculture, Forestry, Veterinary Medicine, Biology) and Centers of Development (Mathematics, Environmental Science, Teacher Education), reflecting strong academic quality and performance.

2. Broad range of degree programs: With many degree programs spanning nine colleges and multiple graduate offerings, CMU provides diverse fields of study from agriculture and engineering, to arts and sciences.

3. Research and community engagement focus: The university hosts several research centers and maintains active extension programs, contributing to scientific development, community service, and knowledge transfer both locally and regionally. 

4. Long history and established reputation: One of the oldest higher education institutions in Mindanao, CMU has built a longstanding tradition of education, research, and extension services, contributing to its reputation as the “Academic Paradise of the South.

Academic Calendars

The academic year at Central Mindanao University is divided into two semesters:

Spring Semester:

1. Nomination and Application Deadline: October - December

2. Semester Start: Early March

3. Semester End: Late June - Early July

Fall Semester:

1. Nomination and Application Deadline: April - June

2. Semester Start: Early September

3. Semester End: Late December - Early January

Orientation for international students is conducted a week before each semester, covering essential topics such as course registration, cultural adaptation, and campus facilities.

Courses in English

Based on Central Mindanao University official information (International Academy and international admissions materials), several English-taught programs are available for international students (based on the most recent listings):

Undergraduate Programs Taught in English:

1. Bachelor of Arts in English

2. Bachelor of Arts in History

3. Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

4. Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

5. Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

6. Bachelor of Science in Biology

7. Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

8. Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

9. Bachelor of Science in Physics

In addition to full degree programs, Central Mindanao University also offers a wide range of individual courses taught in English at undergraduate and graduate levels across faculties. The availability of courses may vary by academic year and department.