University of Science and Technology of Southern PhilippinesStudent Guide

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Student guide · First Semester AY 2026-2027

The semester, explained for University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines

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
First Semester AY 2026-2027
Campus terms
15
Local details
12

Academic calendar

First Semester AY 2026-2027 runs Aug 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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  1. First Semester AY 2026-2027Relevant now
  2. Academic Year 2026-2027
  3. First Semester AY 2026-2027
  4. Second Semester AY 2026-2027
  5. Midyear Term 2027

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Campus language

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15 terms

C

Canteen
The main university food court located inside the campus.
Centrio
A nearby Ayala Mall where students go for higher-end dining and air conditioning.

G

Gaisano
Gaisano City Mall, a common nearby destination for affordable meals and supplies.

I

IIEE
Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers - USTP Student Chapter.

J

JIECEP
Junior Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines - USTP Chapter.

M

Major
Commonly used to refer to specialized subjects or the high-stakes exams associated with them.
Mustian
A legacy term for students, referring to the school's former name, Mindanao University of Science and Technology (MUST).

O

Outside
The collection of affordable food stalls and eateries located immediately outside the main gate in Lapasan.

P

PICE
Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers - USTP Chapter.
PSME
Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers - USTP Student Unit.

T

The Dorm
The official on-campus female dormitory, the only university-managed housing on the CDO campus.
Trail
Shorthand for the student publication, 'The Trail'.
TRAIL
The Trail, the official student publication of the university.

U

USG
University Student Government, the highest student governing body.
USTPian
The standard demonym for a student currently attending the university.

Places and practicalities

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

12 details
CEA
The College of Engineering and Architecture Building.
COT
The College of Technology Building.
Enrollment
The multi-step process of securing subjects, often involving the student portal and physical validation.
faculty_learning_resource_center_cafes
Faculty Learning Resource Center Cafes
Gym
The University Gymnasium, used for sports and major institutional events.
ICT
The Information and Communications Technology Building, home to the College of Information Technology.
Lapasan
The district where the main campus is located; often used when giving directions to jeepney drivers.
Pavilion
The university's multi-purpose hall used for events and large gatherings.
Portal
The Student Information System (SIS) used for checking grades, enrollment, and accounts.
RFID
The student ID card system used for automated entry and exit at campus gates.
S&T
The Science and Technology Building, housing various laboratories and administrative offices.
Uniform Day
Specific days of the week when students are strictly required to wear the prescribed school uniform.

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What academic term is relevant now?
First Semester AY 2026-2027 runs Aug 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
15 approved campus terms and 12 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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Life in Cagayan de Oro for University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Cagayan de Oro.

Timezone

Asia/Manila

Median Rent

$220

Cost of Living Index

55

Student Population

80,000

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

jeepneys, buses, taxis

Nearest Airports

Laguindingan Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Tropical rainforest

Avg Annual Temp

81°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus News

Latest updates from University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines

USTP Rises to Rank 773 in UI GreenMetric World University Rankings 2026

The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines has achieved a new milestone by ranking 773rd in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings for 2026, reflecting its commitment to campus sustainability and environmental management.

Oct 23, 2026

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USTP Professor Earns International Recognition as Judge for QS Reimagine Education Awards 2026

A professor from USTP has been selected as an international judge for the prestigious QS Reimagine Education Awards 2026, highlighting the university's growing global academic influence.

Oct 20, 2026

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USTP CDO Students Advance as Finalists in Mindanao TECH PLANTER 2026

Data Science students from the USTP Cagayan de Oro campus were named finalists in the Mindanao TECH PLANTER 2026 for their project 'Bakhaw AI,' an artificial intelligence solution for mangrove restoration.

Oct 18, 2026

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CDO School Launches QR-Based Child Tracking System in Partnership with USTP

A new real-time monitoring system using QR codes was launched at Lapasan National High School, developed by researchers and faculty from USTP to enhance student safety and parent communication.

Oct 22, 2026

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USTP continues to implement its color-coded Emergency Warning System (EWS) to provide real-time instructions during disasters such as floods or earthquakes.

USTP continues to implement its color-coded Emergency Warning System (EWS) to provide real-time instructions during disasters such as floods or earthquakes.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines

Cagayan de Oro City Job Fair

October 29, 2026

Ororama Supercenter Event Center, Cogon, Cagayan de Oro City

A large-scale job fair activity sponsored by PESO CDO, featuring professional and skilled work opportunities.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

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

International Dormitory - Phase 2, USTP Claveria

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

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Email Domain

@ustp.edu.ph

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