Established in 1961, Mindanao State University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Marawi City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Naawan, Buug, General Santos City, Iligan City, Maigo, Sultan Naga Dimaporo, Marawi City, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Naawan, Jolo, Bongao. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Mindanao State University (MSU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Mindanao State University (MSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 59 years old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Philippine higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
