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On this page Student guide City life Campus details Academic calendar 1st Trimester, School Year 2026-2027 runs May 12, 2026 – Apr 30, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
1 entries May 12 → Apr 30, 2027
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CAS College of Arts and Sciences.
CBA College of Business Administration.
CCJE College of Criminal Justice Education; one of the university's most prominent and high-performing departments.
CHMT College of Hospitality Management and Tourism.
CIT College of Information Technology.
CTE College of Teacher Education. F
Food Court The designated area within the university buildings where various food stalls are located. G
Gov Pack Shorthand for Governor Pack Road, the main street where the university is situated and a common meeting point.
Green and White The official school colors, often used to refer to school spirit or the student body collectively. S
SBO Student Body Organization; the highest governing student body at the university.
SM Refers to SM City Baguio, the shopping mall immediately adjacent to the campus where students frequently eat lunch. U
UC Canteen The primary on-campus cafeteria located within the main building complex.
UCian The standard term for a student or alumnus of the University of the Cordilleras. Places and practicalities Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
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Enrollment The multi-step process of registration which is a major topic of student discussion at the start of each trimester.
Legarda Campus The secondary campus site located along Legarda Road, typically housing specific colleges or laboratory facilities.
Main Building The primary multi-story structure located on Governor Pack Road housing most administrative offices and classrooms.
Nursing Building The specific wing or area dedicated to the College of Nursing facilities.
RFID The student identification card equipped with Radio Frequency Identification used for automated campus entry and attendance tracking.
UC Portal The online student management system used for checking grades, schedules, and official announcements.
Uniform Refers to the university's prescribed dress code; UC maintains specific days and styles for student uniforms depending on the college. Quick answers Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now? 1st Trimester, School Year 2026-2027 runs May 12, 2026 – Apr 30, 2027.
How much campus context is included? 13 approved campus terms and 7 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. Using DormWay at University of the Cordilleras What the product handles for students.
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Campus News Latest updates from University of the Cordilleras
UC Accountancy Students Win National Deloitte Tax Challenge Team of fourth-year BS Accountancy students won the national championship and will represent UC in the international competition.
Oct 9, 2026
Read More UC Conducts Balili River Information and Education Campaign The university led community outreach and environmental awareness efforts focusing on the preservation of the Balili River.
Oct 9, 2026
Read More UC Alumna Receives Most Promising MSME Award Digital Marketing alumna Lorie Jane S. Regines was recognized by DICT-CAR for her achievements in the SPARK Technical Training program.
Oct 8, 2026
Read More University of the Cordilleras Recognized with 500th Scopus Research Award UC received the GHF University Excellence award, highlighting its commitment to scientific research publications.
Oct 7, 2026
Read More Full face-to-face classes resumed October 10, 2026 for all year levels. Full face-to-face classes resumed October 10, 2026 for all year levels.
Read More Upcoming Events What's happening at University of the Cordilleras
5th Cordillera Festival of Festivals October 17, 2026
A celebration featuring traditional indigenous dances, music, and rituals from the Cordillera region. UC's Saeng ya Kasay Cultural Ensemble, recently named MIDFEST 2026 Cultural Ambassadors, is a frequent featured participant.
Philippine Startup Challenge X (PSC X) Regional Finals November 1, 2026
Regional finals for the innovative startup competition featuring entries from senior high and college students across the region, including the University of the Cordilleras.
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