University of Southern Mindanao: Statistics

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#6955 of 14,131 In the World
#2692 of 5,830 In Asia
#39 of 229 In the Philippines
#3230 of 3,373 For Horticulture
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Quick Review

Acceptance rate
50%
Type
Non-profit
Funding
Public-private
partnership
Highest Degree
Doctorate
Website
www.usm.edu.ph
Languages
Filipino;English

Acceptance rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate50%
Admissions RequirementsGraduation from high school and entrance examination (USMICET)
Academic CalendarJune to March

We've calculated the 50% acceptance rate for University of Southern Mindanao based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.

Research profile

University of Southern Mindanao has published 298 scientific papers with 1,611 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Chemistry, Botany, Geology, Geography and Cartography, and Agricultural Science.

Publications
298
Citations
1,611

University of Southern Mindanao majors

by publication & citation count

Biology
223 / 1,377
Environmental Science
220 / 1,333
Ecology
177 / 1,066
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
160 / 818
Medicine
154 / 966
Chemistry
121 / 1,165
Botany
112 / 686
Geology
110 / 520
Geography and Cartography
106 / 444
Agricultural Science
100 / 753
Sociology
91 / 544
Engineering
87 / 697
Genetics
83 / 678
Paleontology
83 / 457
Horticulture
81 / 525
Physics
71 / 717
Biochemistry
65 / 782
Political Science
64 / 95
Computer Science
63 / 242
History
63 / 269
Archaeology
63 / 269
Law
61 / 95
Mathematics
60 / 68
Psychology
57 / 86
Philosophy
55 / 147
Organic Chemistry
54 / 746
Pathology
52 / 500
Business
48 / 59
Public Health
48 / 495
Economics
47 / 127
Immunology
47 / 252
Demography
45 / 492
Forestry
43 / 152
Materials Science
41 / 492
Development Studies
40 / 120
Statistics
40 / 45
Linguistics
39 / 29
Wildlife and Fisheries Management & Conservation
38 / 282
Veterinary
38 / 146
Zoology
35 / 161

Annual publication & citation counts

Year Publications Citations
1991 0 0
1992 1 0
1993 1 2
1994 1 2
1995 0 0
1996 0 0
1997 0 1
1998 0 2
1999 0 0
2000 0 2
2001 0 0
2002 1 2
2003 2 1
2004 0 14
2005 4 18
2006 2 28
2007 2 11
2008 16 20
2009 11 27
2010 2 26
2011 9 32
2012 3 36
2013 8 44
2014 5 53
2015 12 36
2016 8 37
2017 4 28
2018 15 71
2019 32 93
2020 28 149
2021 40 230
2022 36 249
2023 50 362
Academic rankings

Programs and Degrees

The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Southern Mindanao.

Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.

Programs Bachelor Master Doctoral
Art & Design No No No
Biology Yes Yes Yes
Business Yes Yes Yes
Chemistry Yes Yes Yes
Computer Science Yes Yes No
Economics Yes Yes No
Engineering Yes Yes No
Environmental Science Yes Yes Yes
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Yes Yes Yes
Mathematics Yes Yes Yes
Medicine Yes Yes No
Physics Yes Yes Yes
Psychology Yes Yes No
PhD Agricultural Education, Agriculture, Crop Production, Education, Education, Educational Administration, Soil Science, Veterinary Science

Notable alumni

  1. Manny Piñol

    Manny Piñol
    Born in
    Philippines Flag Philippines
    Years
    1953-.. (age 71)
    Enrolled in the University of Southern Mindanao
    Graduated with Doctor of Philosophy in agricultural extension
    Graduated with master's degree in rural development
    Graduated with Bachelor of Science in communication
    Occupations
    agronomist
    Biography

    Emmanuel "Manny" Fantin Piñol is a Filipino politician, journalist, writer, agriculture advocate and agribusinessman. He most recently served in President Rodrigo Duterte's cabinet as chairman of the Mindanao Development Authority (2019–2021) and Secretary of Agriculture (2016–2019).

University of Southern Mindanao faculties and divisions

Campus : Kidapawan City Automotive Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Food Technology, Heating and Refrigeration, Industrial Arts Education, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metal Techniques, Technology, Technology Education
College : Agriculture Agriculture, Agronomy, Animal Husbandry, Entomology, Farm Management, Genetics, Horticulture, Plant and Crop Protection, Plant Pathology, Soil Science
College : Arts and Science Applied Chemistry, Arts and Humanities, Behavioural Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Communication Studies, English, Information Sciences, Journalism, Library Science, Modern Languages, Natural Sciences, Psychology
College : Business, Development Economics and Management Accountancy, Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies, Human Resources, Management, Marketing
College : Education Art Education, Biological and Life Sciences, Education, English, Filipino, Foreign Languages Education, Home Economics Education, Mathematics Education, Music Education, Native Language Education, Physical Education, Physics, Primary Education, Secondary Education, Social Studies, Technology Education
College : Education Education, Primary Education, Secondary Education
College : Engineering and Computing Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Information Management, Information Technology, Technology Education
College : Graduate Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Engineering, Agriculture, Agronomy, Aquaculture, Biology, Communication Studies, Crop Production, Education, Educational Administration, English, Filipino, Foreign Languages Education, Home Economics Education, Horticulture, Industrial Arts Education, Information Management, Islamic Studies, Mathematics Education, Native Language Education, Plant and Crop Protection, Public Administration, Rural Planning, Rural Studies, Soil Science, Zoology
College : Human Ecology and Food Sciences Dietetics, Food Technology, Hotel and Restaurant, Hotel Management, Nutrition, Tourism
College : Industry and Technology Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Heating and Refrigeration, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Equipment and Maintenance, Mechanics, Metal Techniques, Structural Architecture
College : Nursing Midwifery, Nursing
College : Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Science
Institute : Middle East and Asian Studies Asian Studies, International Relations and Diplomacy, Islamic Studies, Middle Eastern Studies

General information

Alternative names USM
Founded 1952
Accreditation Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities of the Philippines (AACCUP)
Motto Your Partner in Academic Excellence and Leadership Development
Colors green, gold

Location and contacts

Address USM Avenue
Kabacan, Cotabato, 9407
Philippines
City population 77,000

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