Overview
Founded in 1910, the Negros Oriental State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Dumaguete City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Central Visayas. This institution also has branch campuses in Bais City, Guihulngan, Mabinay, Pamplona, Siaton and City of Bayawan. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Negros Oriental State University (NORSU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Negros Oriental State University (NORSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 114-year-old Philippine higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this Philippine higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. NORSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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non-profit
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large-sized
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averagely selective
University Identity
| Name | Negros Oriental State University  |
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| Acronym | NORSU |
| Founded | 1910 |
| Motto | Quality Education for the poor but deserving students |
| Colours | Blue and white |
| Mascot | Tigers |
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University Location
| Address | Kagawasan Avenue, Capitol Area Dumaguete City 6200 Central Visayas Philippines |
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+63 (35) 225 4751 |
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+63 (35) 225 0777 |
| Other locations | Bais City, Guihulngan, Mabinay, Pamplona, Siaton and City of Bayawan |
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Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Negros Oriental State University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
Negros Oriental State University's Facebook page
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