Published July 13, 2026 by Graduate School Office
CHED grants COPC to 5 CSU Graduate Programs
Cagayan State University – Sanchez Mira Campus Graduate School proudly announces a significant achievement as five (5) graduate programs are now granted the Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC) by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), effective academic year 2026-2027.
The programs granted COPC are as follows:
Doctor of Philosophy in Education
Major in Educational Management
per CEB Resolution No. 333-2026
Master of Arts in Education
Major in Educational Management
per CEB Resolution No. 038-2026
Master of Arts in Education
Major in English
per CEB Resolution No. 174-2026
Master of Science in Teaching
Major in Mathematics
per CEB Resolution No. 262-2026
Master of Science in Teaching
Major in Biology
per CEB Resolution No. 430-2026
This certification reflects the university’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, quality graduate education, and responsive professional development aligned with national standards for higher education.
This remarkable achievement was made possible through the collective efforts, visionary leadership, and steadfast support of the University President, Prof. Dr. Arthur G. Ibañez, ASEAN Engr., CESE; Campus Executive Officer of Sanchez Mira Campus, Prof. Dr. Rodel Francisco T. Alegado; University Graduate School Dean, Prof. Dr. Julius T. Capili; former Graduate School Dean, Prof. Dr. Melba B. Rosales; and Graduate School Dean, Prof. Dr. Allan O. de la Cruz.
The Graduate School also extends its appreciation to the dedicated graduate faculty members, COPC task force, administrative staff, and valued stakeholders whose commitment, collaboration, and pursuit of excellence have significantly strengthened the quality and sustainability of CSU’s graduate programs