Baguio Central University

Baguio Central University is private school in Baguio City that offers various degree programs and courses for College Students and (K to 12) for Senior High School, recognized by higher educational institution by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the Department of Education (DepEd).

“Education For All in the Spirit and Atmosphere of Justice, Truth, and Equity in a Democracy”

The vision of Baguio Central University strives for Educational Excellence and Education for All. Four BCU ideals for students are Liberty, Justice, Truth and Equity. These guide us in providing the necessary training and skills for the whole individual, so they can be productive citizens, contributors to the Philippines in their respective countries, and the international community.

Baguio Central University is an institution dedicated to educational Excellence in all its programs of study in accordance with all regulations of the Commission of Higher Education.

• It aims to nurture the development of the whole individual inculcating Philippines values, strengthening the person character, moral and intellectual development.
• It is open to all Philippine students who wish to learn and achieve primary, secondary, tertiary and high levels of education, including highly specialized area of studies.

It aims to provide the necessary education – the training and skills of people to become productive contributors to the Philippines; to their respective countries and the International community.

Baguio Central University

Address:	Bonifacio Street, Baguio City, Philippines
Contact No:	(074) 444-9247; (074) 424-8216
School Head:	Ms. Margarita Cecilda B. Rillera – President
Year Established:	1945
Sector:	Private Non-Sectarian
Type:	Private HEIs
Website:	www.bcu.edu.ph

Academic Programs

Baguio Central University offers the following CHED and DepEd programs:

COURSES OFFERED

GRADUATE SCHOOL: Doctor of Philosophy in Administration and Supervision Doctor of Education in Education Management Master of Arts in Administration and Supervision Master of Arts in Alternative Learning System Master of Arts in Elementary Education Master of Arts in English Master of Arts in Filipino Master of Arts in Guidance and Counseling Master of Arts in Mathematics Master of Arts in Pre-Elementary Education Master in Business Administration Master of Arts in Home Economics COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Major in: Financial Management Human Resource Development Management Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Bachelor of Science in Office Administration Bachelor of Science in Public Administration 2 Year Certificate in Computer Secretarial 2 Year Associate in Computer Technology COLLEGE OF HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM MANAGEMENT Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management Associate in Hospitality Management COLLEGE OF TEACHER EDUCATION Bachelor of Elementary Education Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in: Science, English, Filipino, Biology Mathematics, Values Education Bachelor of Culture & Arts Education Bachelor of Physical Education Bachelor of Early Childhood Education COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS Bachelor of Arts in English Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Bachelor of Arts in History COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Bachelor of Science in Geodetic Engineering COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL AND JUSTICE EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Criminology COLLEGE OF NURSING AND SCHOOL OF MIDWIFERY Bachelor of Science in Nursing Diploma in Midwifery

SEEDS OF A PHILIPPINE UNIVERSITY

This article was written on December 22, 1978, and published in THE FLAME, the official publication of the Baguio Central University

MARGARITA JOVEN FERNANDEZ

Thirty three years ago, the seed to become the Baguio Central University on August 15, 1977 was planted in Baguio City in 1945 as the Centro Academy, a vocational school. My husband and I prayed from day to day that the school will survive the exigencies of the time.

Slowly, the foundation was reinforced with continued vigor, hope and since, patient and sustained efforts. There were times when the path seemed unsurmountable especially when competition became so keen, that sleepless nights or evaluation whether to go on or not followed. Every month, a special day of prayer was heard by both of us (my husband and I) in our hometown to pray for greater strength and inspiration to let live a semi hopeless venture considering the giants in the educational field we were with. Unkind predictions, here and there hurt us. To many, an only time was awaited for the closure of the school. The greatest surprise we ever had was, that at the end of every school year was the survival of the school despite all odds. Each year that passed by, God gave us the light to plan better, work with the vision of success. An unseen guiding hand let to the completion of yearly outlined goals.

Today, I am invested as first president of the school that my dear beloved and I founded. Belong, (my husband) has fallen on our path in 1972, but before he closed his eyes. I read what he meant, that, I continue the work we both began, for then he would be happy that his unselfish efforts to let me succeed with not have been in vain.

Belong, my love our dream has been realized. I am happy yet my heart is heavy. I can’t write further.

HISTORY OF BAGUIO CENTRAL UNIVERSITY

In 1945, immediately after World War II, the vocational school named Centro Academy started its operation with the initiative and dedication of the late Godofredo Fernandez and his wife Margarita J. Fernandez.

In 1949, high school academic program was added to the vocational school. It was then named as Centro Industrial School. The secondary curriculum was offered as an alternative for vocational training.

With an aim to provide a wider scope of educational training and to meet the demand of the growing region, the vocational school, which was under a single proprietorship, was turned into a private corporation. From 1951-1953, the institution offered college courses leading to the degrees, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Secondary and Elementary Education and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. The Bachelor of Laws and Engineering courses were offered in 1953 and Master of Arts in Education in 1955. For successive years, the institution had undergone expansion in its academic programs. From 1971-1977 there were other courses that were offered. These are Bachelor of Science in Public Administration, Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Doctor of Education, Master of Public and Business Administration. It was during these years of development when the institution was named as Eastern Philippine Colleges and renamed as the Lyceum of Baguio before it became the Baguio Central University.

In 1949, Dr. Margarita J. Fernandez became the first president of the University.

In 1985, a two-year course in Associate in Hotel and Restaurant Management was opened.

The few numbers of pre-schools in Baguio City drove BCU to put its own pre-school in 1987. Thus the Growing-Up Learning Center stood. Its programs are geared toward experiential learning – where learning is fun and fulfilling.

The continuous advancement in technology brought challenges to the institution in the early 90’s thus short degree courses include a year course in Computer Technology. Associate degree in Computer Science, and Associate degree in Computer Secretarial and eventually in 1993, the four-year course in Computer Science was offered. That same year the Doctorate program in Philosophy was added to the curriculum.

Baguio Central University has lived and continued to soar to a high endeavor through libertad (liberty), justitia (justice), veritas (truth), and equitas (equity).

Throughout the years, Baguio Central University has moved forward with the administration of Dr. Margarita Fernandez. Its expansion covers the academic programs as well as the physical structure of the school.

In 2001, the institution responded to the demand of the global market, the 6 month caregiver program was added to its curricular offerings. In 2002, Baguio Central University implemented the Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP). ETEEAP educational scheme recognizes knowledge, skills and prior leaning obtained by the individuals from his or her non-formal and informal experiences.

In 2003, the College of Medicine and College of Criminology were opened. The College of Medicine is considered to be the second in the Cordillera Administrative Region.

Enrollment Requirements:

Baguio Central University is accepting enrollees for Short Term Academic Year 2021-2022 both in the Undergraduate and Graduate Programs. This registration will provide you a slot for enrollment for the Short Term Semester A.Y. 2021-2022. Baguio Central University shall employ the Flexible Learning option of delivering instruction. Online, Offline, and/or Both. For Face-to-Face: Requirements upon enrollment based on the implementing guidelines for the safe conduct of LIMITED FACE-TO-FACE CLASSES (CHED-DOH JMC No. 2021-001, CHED-DOH JMC No. 2021-002, CHED-DOH JMC No. 2021-004 and CMO No.1 Series of 2022) Copy of your VACCINATION CARD or VACCINATION CERTIFICATE Copy of PHILHEALTH MEDICAL INSURANCE or ANY EQUIVALENT MEDICAL INSURANCE (for those who are below 21 years old, single and are dependents as specified in their parents’ updated Philhealth MDR or married students as specified in their husbands’ MDR may no longer secure a Philhealth Medical Insurance provided an updated MDR will be presented) (for those who are 21 years old and above with no PHILHEALTH yet, PHILHEALTH Regional Office-CAR will conduct an on-site registration during the enrollment period for BCU enrollees) The Primary Learning Management System that the University will use is Google Classroom(G Suite) for Education, where official logins will be provided to students who are officially enrolled. Schedule of Enrollment: Undergraduate Level: May 30, 2022-June 11, 2022 Graduate Level: May 30, 2022 – June 11, 2022 Start of Online Classes: Undergraduate Level: June 13, 2022 Graduate Level: June 13, 2022 You can VIEW/PRINT/DOWNLOAD the subjects offered (Short Term, A.Y. 2021-2022) below in PDF(Just click on the link) College of Business Administration(CBA): College of Criminal Justice Education(CCJE): College of Hospitality and Tourism Management(CHTM): College of Engineering(COE): College of Nursing and School of Midwifery(CONSM): https://bit.ly/CONSM_ShortTerm_2022 College of Teacher Education and Liberal Arts(CTELA): https://bit.ly/CTELA_ShortTerm_2022 Graduate School(GS): TO BE ANNOUNCED (UPDATES WILL BE POSTED) ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: https://forms.gle/R8iYsV9wkpxvkvxr9 If you opted to Enroll personally. Baguio Central University Bonifacio Campus will be open 8:00AM – 5:00PM Monday-Saturday Only. Please follow health protocols upon entering the University premises. Wearing of face mask and maintaining Physical distancing are strictly enforced. Limited number of enrolees/clients may only enter the University at time. For those previous students with outstanding balance who intend to enroll this Short Term Semester 2021-2022. Please be reminded to settle first your remaining balance, so we can validate your enrollment. To check the amount of your balance, tuition fees, including on how to process your payment, and other inquiries relative to these matters. Please do reach our Accounting Office through this email address: [email protected] or landline: (074)422-1681 For Graduate School Only(New Students and Transferees) are required to undergo Diagnostic Exam on appointment basis only for a fee of 500.00 Pesos (Graduate School Only. Non-Refundable) GUIDANCE SERVICES OFFICE STUDENT INVENTORY FORM: https://forms.gle/wNmQHqYBLRY8MMbx9 Please provide correct and accurate information. *All data information collected will be strictly confidential and will only be used for Enrollment purposes and will be kept safely in accordance to the Data Privacy Act of 2012(RA 10173). SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL: Requirements: Report Card (SF9) (Original and Photocopy) Birth Certificate (NSO/PSA) (Photocopy) Certificate of Good Moral Character (Original and Photocopy) Passport Size I.D. Picture (3pcs) Elementary: (Grade 1 – Grade 6) Requirements for incoming Grade 1 SF 9 (Report Card) 2 pcs. 2×2 ID Picture Photocopy of PSA (NSO) Birth Certificate Kindergarten Progress Report Card (Grade 1) For Returning Students: SF9 (Report Card) 2 pcs. 2×2 ID Picture Preschool/Kindergarten: Requirements: Photocopy of PSA (NSO) Birth Certificate 5 Years old (Kinder)

SCHOLARSHIPS:

SCHOLARSHIP GRANTS VALEDICTORIAN 100% Free tuition fee discount SALUTATORIAN 50% Free tuition fee FIRST HONOR 15% Free tuition fee (not applicable to transferees) GROUP DISCOUNT FOR SIBLINGS 100/0 tuition fee discount is given to the youngest among the siblings. This is applicable to 3 siblings or more. ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP Full Academic Scholar 1000/0 tuition fee discount -average must not be lower than 95% and a grade not lower than 920/0 Half Academic Scholar 50% tuition fee discount -average must not be lower than 920/0 and a grade not lower than 88% GRANT-IN-AID SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM STUDENT ASSISTANTS AND MARSHALS 1000/0 free tuition fee, free laboratory and departmental fees, with monthly allowance. ATHLETIC STUDY GRANT CLASS A 1000/0 tuition fee discount for gold medalist in the BBEAL, PRISAA and PNG. CLASS B= 80% tuition fee discount for silver or bronze medalist in the BBEAL, PRISAA and PNG CLASS C= 60-700/0 tuition fee discount for active participant in the BBEAL and other competitions. JOURNALISM SCHOLARSHIP EDITOR-IN-CHIEF – 1000/0 free tuition fee ACTIVE MEMBERS of the EDITORIAL STAFF -500/0 tuition fee discount GOVERMENT SCHOLARSHIP Student Assistance Fund for Education (SAFE) Loans Philippine Veterans Administration Office (PVAO) Scholarship Tulong Dunong ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS (Submit Original Copies) FRESHMEN: *Form 138 (High School Report Card) *Birth Certificate issued by NSO *Certificate of Good Moral Character TRANSFEREES: *Certificate of Honorable Dismissal or Transfer Credentials *True Copy of Scholastic Records *Certificate of Good Moral Character