CATBALOGAN CITY, SAMAR — Samar State University (SSU) celebrates a significant milestone in its continuing pursuit of academic excellence, recognizing seven academic programs reported to have achieved Level IV re-accreditation, reaffirming the University’s commitment to quality assurance, continuous improvement, and excellence in higher education. The milestone highlights SSU’s sustained efforts to strengthen its academic offerings and uphold standards of quality in instruction, research, community engagement, and institutional development.
The seven programs identified for this milestone are:
1. Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd) | Validity from May 16, 2022 – May 15, 2027
2. Bachelor of Industrial Technology (BIndTech) | Validity from August 01, 2025 – July 31, 2030
3. Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BS Civil Engineering) | Validity from Oct.1, 2025- Sept.30, 2030
4. Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Management (PhD in Educational Management) | Validity from April 16, 2026 – April 15, 2031
5. Master of Arts in Education major in Mathematics (MAEd Mathematics) | Validity from August 01, 2026 – July 31, 2031
6. Master of Arts in Education major in Physics (MAEd Physics) | Validity from August 01, 2026 – July 31, 2031
7. Master of Arts in Education major in Chemistry (MAEd Chemistry) | Validity from August 01, 2026 – July 31, 2031
The re-accreditation of the three graduate programs in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry is documented in the Board Action issued by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines, Inc. (AACCUP) and dated October 6, 2026. These programs were granted Level IV re-accredited status effective August 1, 2026, until July 31, 2031. This accomplishment reflects the continuing efforts of SSU’s academic leadership, faculty members, administrative personnel, and other stakeholders in sustaining academic quality and strengthening the University’s quality assurance mechanisms. Their collective work supports the continuous enhancement of curricula, teaching and learning processes, research productivity, graduate outcomes, community service, and institutional planning. Beyond the recognition itself, accreditation serves as an important mechanism for evaluating academic programs against established quality standards and identifying opportunities for further improvement.
It reinforces the University’s responsibility to provide relevant, accessible, and quality education responsive to the needs of students and the communities it serves. For Samar State University, this milestone represents not only institutional achievement but also a renewed commitment to advancing academic excellence and contributing to the educational and socioeconomic development of Samar and the Eastern Visayas region. As the University continues to pursue its vision of becoming a future-proof international university, it remains committed to nurturing a culture of quality, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement across its academic programs. Seven programs. One commitment to quality.
A stronger Samar State University.