Samar State UniversityStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for Samar State University. Core organization is free for students.

University in Catbalogan City, Region 8. Operating on a semester system.

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Catbalogan City, Region 8
11K+ students
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Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for Samar State University

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026
Campus terms
9
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Aug 15, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

2 entries
  1. Fall 2026Relevant now
  2. Spring 2027

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Campus language

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9 terms

I

ITS
Information Technology Society, the primary student organization for IT majors.

P

PICE
Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers - SSU Student Chapter, a major professional organization for engineering students.

R

RCY
Red Cross Youth Council, a service-oriented campus organization.

S

Samarians
The collective name for students, faculty, and alumni of Samar State University.
SSU Canteen
The main on-campus dining area where students eat between classes; often referred to simply as 'the canteen'.

T

The Hostel
The primary on-campus student dormitory and accommodation facility at Samar State University.
TP
The Tradesman, the official student publication of Samar State University.
Trade
A historical nickname for the school, referencing its previous identity as the Samar School of Arts and Trades (SSAT).

U

USC
University Student Council, the highest governing body of the students.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Assessment Form
The official document issued during enrollment that lists the subjects a student is registered for and their total tuition fees.
CAS
The College of Arts and Sciences building.
CIT
The College of Industrial Technology building.
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CIT Food Technology Building (Cafeteria Services)
COED
The College of Education building.
COENG
The College of Engineering building.
CONHS
The College of Nursing and Health Sciences building.
Museum
The SSU Museum and Archives building, housing the university's cultural collections.
SCUAA
The State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association, refers to the major regional multi-sport event in which SSU competes.
SSU-CAT
The Samar State University College Admission Test, required for all incoming freshmen.
Student Portal
The online management system used by students to check grades, enrollment status, and schedules.
university_student_center_canteen_services
University Student Center (Canteen Services)
Validation
The process of getting the student ID stamped or stickered to confirm current enrollment for the semester.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Aug 15, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
9 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

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Life in Catbalogan City for Samar State University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Catbalogan City.

Timezone

Asia/Manila

City Transportation

Public Transit

Local buses, Jeepneys, Tricycles, Passenger ferries

Nearest Airports

Catbalogan Airport (Buri Airport)

Climate Averages

Climate

Tropical climate with rainfall possible throughout the year

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Main Campus Parking Area

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Includes designated accessible parking near major buildings.

Campus News

Latest updates from Samar State University

Samar State University Celebrates Seven Level IV Re-Accredited Academic Programs

SSU recognized seven academic programs that achieved Level IV re-accreditation from AACCUP, reaffirming the university's commitment to quality assurance and excellence in higher education.

Oct 22, 2026

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SSU Advances Heritage Preservation through CNCHS Museum Inauguration

Prof. Jhonil C. Bajado, SSU Museum and Archives Head, served as the guest speaker at the inauguration of the Catbalogan National Comprehensive High School (CNCHS) Museum of Local History and Heritage.

Oct 21, 2026

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Orientation for New Teaching and Learning Effectiveness System Held

The university conducted an orientation and demonstration of its new Teaching and Learning Effectiveness System to faculty representatives at the College of Arts and Sciences computer laboratory.

Oct 20, 2026

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SSU Ranks 270th Globally in UI GreenMetric 2026 Sustainable University Rankings

Samar State University was recognized as the 270th world's most sustainable university, ranking 1st in Eastern Visayas and 5th in the Philippines for environmental sustainability efforts.

Oct 14, 2026

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The University remains active in disaster preparedness and infrastructure audits through its Local Infrastructure Learning Hub (LIL Hub).

The University remains active in disaster preparedness and infrastructure audits through its Local Infrastructure Learning Hub (LIL Hub).

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Samar State University

All Saints' Day (PH National Holiday)

November 1, 2026

Nationwide

A special non-working holiday in the Philippines observed across all Samar State University campuses.

All Souls' Day (PH National Holiday)

November 2, 2026

Nationwide

A special non-working holiday in the Philippines observed across all Samar State University campuses.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Samar State University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

3 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Alumni Balay-Balay

Men’s Dormitory

SSU Mercedes Campus Dormitory

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@ssu.edu.ph

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