University of the Immaculate Conception

University of the Immaculate Conception

Email: info@uic.edu.ph

Overview

University of the Immaculate Conception (UIC) is a private Catholic university located in Davao City, Philippines, founded in 1905 by the Congregation of the Religious of the Virgin Mary (RVM), making it one of the earliest Catholic educational institutions in the region. It began as a basic school and progressively expanded into a full university, being granted university status in 1992, and has since committed to Ignacian-Marian values and transformative education that integrates faith, excellence, and service.

UIC offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across fields such as business, sciences, technology, education, health professions, music, arts, and humanities. It aims to produce globally competent and socially responsible graduates equipped for leadership and service, supported by strong accreditation, AUN-QA certification for selected programs, and opportunities for international collaboration and mobility. 

Key strength of University of the Immaculate Conception:

1. Longstanding Catholic educational tradition: Founded in 1905 and rooted in the Ignacian-Marian mission, UIC provides a values-based education that emphasizes faith, moral integrity, and service to community as core aspects of its academic and formation programs.

2. Broad and accredited academic offerings: UIC offers a comprehensive range of degree programs from engineering and technology to arts, business, nursing, and health sciences. Many of those programs have high accreditation levels and ASEAN University Network-Quality Assurance (AUN-QA) certification in selective programs, enhancing academic quality and international relevance. 

3. Research and community engagement: UIC supports research and innovation through its Research, Publication and Innovation Center (RPIC) and science laboratories, and it engages actively with local and external stakeholders to address societal needs and advance community development.

Academic Calendars

The academic year at University of the Immaculate Conception 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.