The University of Cagayan Valley (UCV) is a premier private, non-sectarian higher education institution located in Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, Philippines. Established in April 1948 by Dr. Matias Ponce Perez, Sr. and his wife, Mrs. Caridad Ventura-Perez, it was founded during the post-WWII reconstruction period to address the critical shortage of teachers in Northern Luzon. Originally named Cagayan Teachers College (CTC), it expanded its academic offerings over the decades and was renamed Cagayan Colleges Tuguegarao (CCT) in 1983. On July 14, 2010, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) officially granted the institution university status, establishing it as the University of Cagayan Valley. Core Identity & Philosophy Motto: Amicitia et Scientia ("Friendship and Knowledge") Institutional Philosophy: UCV operates on the foundational principle that "Every man, irrespective of creed and economic status, has the inherent right and access to quality education." Key Pillars: Instruction, Research, and Extension Services—emphasizing social equity, localized innovation, and community development. Campuses & Key Infrastructure UCV operates across two major campuses in Tuguegarao City: College Avenue Campus (Annex Campus): Houses administrative offices, health programs, and specialized laboratories. Balzain Campus (Main Campus): Spanning approximately eight hectares, this campus accommodates the majority of the university’s colleges. It features specialized facilities such as: Mock Ship Mario (College of Maritime Education) Criminology & Forensic Laboratories (simulated crime scenes, firing range, polygraph rooms, darkrooms) Hotel & Training Facilities (Hospitality Management) Engineering & IT Laboratories Academic Profile & Programs UCV offers a comprehensive range of academic programs spanning undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate studies across various disciplines: College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE) (A flagship college known for its criminology and public safety programs) School of Liberal Arts and Teacher Education (SLATE) College of Health (Nursing, Midwifery) College of Maritime Education College of Engineering, IT, and Technology School of Business Administration & Hospitality Management College of Law Graduate School (Master’s and Doctoral degrees) Global & Quality Accreditation ISO 9001:2015 Certification: Internationally certified for Quality Management Systems by the British Standards Institution (BSI). PACUCOA Accreditation: Programs are accredited by the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation. International Recognition: Frequently recognized for international collaboration and social innovation (e.g., COIL partnerships, QS Reimagine Education awards, and WURI/EduRank rankings for social responsibility).