Bulacan State University (commonly referred to as BulSU or BSU; Filipino: Pamantasang Pampamahalaan ng Bulacan) is a public university located in Malolos, Bulacan in the Philippines. The University is one of the most respected institutions in Bulacan and in the Philippines. It was established in 1904 as an intermediate school by the Americans during their regime. It was converted into a chartered state university in 1993 by virtue of Republic Act 7665. It has four satellite campuses in Bustos, San Jose del Monte, Bulakan, Hagonoy, and Pulilan, and also runs an academic program in Hong Kong which offers graduate and collegiate degree courses.
The University is mandated to provide higher professional, technical training and promote research, advanced studies, and progressive leadership. It has been identified by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) as one of the Center for Excellence and Development institutions in the country and one of the Training Centers nationwide for teachers pursuing education in areas beyond their specialization.
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Campuses
Main Campus
The BSU Main Campus, established in 1909, is situated along MacArthur Highway in Brgy. Guinhawa, City of Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines.
Bahay-Saliksikan ng Bulacan
Smart-BulSU Wireless Laboratory
MEE-ART Center
Institute of Local Government Administration
DOST-BulSU Food Testing Laboratory
CHED-DepED Teacher Training Center
BulSU Language Center
Confucius Institute
Satellite Campuses
- Bustos Campus in Brgy. Poblacion, Bustos, Bulacan was established in 1976.
- Sarmiento Campus in City of San Jose del Monte, Bulacan was established in 1998.
- Meneses Campus in Brgy. Matungao, Bulakan, Bulacan was established in 2000.
- Hagonoy Campus in Brgy. Iba-Carillo, Hagonoy, Bulacan was established in 2011.
- Montessori De San Ildefonso in Brgy. San Juan, San Ildefonso, Bulacan was established in 2008.
- Pulilan Campus in Brgy. Paltao, Pulilan, Bulacan was established in 2013.
International Campus
In 2003, BSU Hong Kong Campus in Nathan Road, Yaumatei, Hong Kong was institutionalized by virtue of a Memorandum of Agreement signed between Bulacan State University and Hong Kong Lifelong Education Organization (HKLEO).
The Hong Kong Campus was accredited and recognized by Commission on Higher Education (CHED), Accrediting Agency for Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP), Inc., International Association of Universities (IAU) and the Ministry of Education of China.
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International affiliations
The University is affiliated with several universities from different countries. The following is a list of its global partners:
- Dongyang University
- Shenzhen Business College
- Northwest University
- Andong National University
- Youngnam Theological College and Seminary
- Pai Chai University
- Hong Kong Lifelong Education Organization
- Xi'an Institute of Physical Education
- Yeungjin College
- Guanzhou Institute of Physical Education
- Hong Kong University (SPCE)
- Fudan University
- Han Nam University
Academics
Colleges
- Graduate School
- College of Law
- College of Architecture and Fine Arts
- College of Arts and Letters
- College of Business Administration
- College of Criminal Justice Education
- College of Engineering
- College of Education
- College of Home Economics
- College of Industrial Technology
- College of Information and Communications Technology
- College of Nursing
- College of Physical Education, Recreation and Sport
- College of Science
- College of Social Sciences and Philosophy
- Laboratory High School
Students Affairs
Student Population
The University has a student population of about 50,000 enrolled students, one of the largest state universities in the Philippines in terms of population/enrollment rate.
Majority of the students are Bulakenyo, but not only the Bulakenyos were studying at the University, but also many Kapampangan from Macabebe, Apalit, Masantol, San Simon, Santo Tomas, City of San Fernando, Candaba and other towns in the Province of Pampanga. There are also students coming from nearby cities of Metro Manila.
Student Services
- Guidance Service
- Health Services
- Library Services
- Student Organizations
- Admission Service
- Student Publications
- Cultural Affairs
- Student Scholarships
- University Hostel
Student Government
The Bulacan State University - Student Government (BulSU-SG) provides a means for student participation in student governance in the University campuses. It assists in the protection of the rights and interests of the individual student and the student body and serves as an official voice through which students may express their opinions on issues affecting their welfare.
The Student Government operates and functions according to its constitution, resolution and ordinances.
Student Organizations
The Office of Student Organizations is headed by a faculty member designed as Director for Student Organization who is responsible for the preparation of annual work plan of student organizations, their implementation, monitoring and evaluation. The Director also supervises the activities of student organizations in each college/campus/unit as prepared by the unit coordinator for student organizations.
There are about 112 registered student organizations.
Student Publication
The BulSU Administration provides for optimum opportunities for the growth of campus journalism. The University shall provide opportunities that help develop responsible student publications pursuant to the constitutional mandate of freedom speech and press. All matters pertaining to student publication shall be subject to the laws of the land and the rules and regulations promulgated by the University.
Pacesetter is the official student publication of the university.
Scholarships
In the continuing effort to motivate students toward academic excellence, BulSU grants scholarships free tuition/stipend to qualified and deserving students. The office of Scholarship and Financial Assistance helps undergraduate students reach the goal of graduation by providing financial assistance service. Through this office, the University provides scholarship grants and financial assistance to needy but deserving students.
Types of Scholarship
The types of scholarships and grants are (a) Institutional Scholarship, (b) Private Scholarship, (c) Barangay Scholarship, and (d) Financial Assistance. Any qualified student may only avail of one type of scholarship or assistance in any given semester.
There are 82 Scholarship Providers for students.
Bulacan State University Basketball Men Notable Players
- Romnick Mendoza (Transferred to JRU Heavy Bombers)
- Alex Almario (Transferred to JRU Heavy Bombers)
- Michael Mabulac (Transferred to JRU Heavy Bombers)
- Marco Balagtas (Transferred to JRU Heavy Bombers)
- Macky Haldos (Transferred to SSR Stags)
- Earnest Efren Reyes (Plays for PBL Pharex)
- Reynor Santor (Plays for NLEX Road Warriors)
- Tong Maniego (Transferred to JRU Heavy Bombers)
- Jason Santa Ana
- Aaron Sanchez (notable UAE Point Guard)
- Van Joseph Victor
- Jeff Surio (Model, Mr. Philippines)
- Geronimo Clemente (Head Coach of Bulacan Polythecnic College);
- Jorelle Vega
- Kirby Chan
- Kevin Ignacio
- Alden Mendoza (Part of 3 time SUCIII Champion)
- Edwin Solocasa (Part of 3 time SUCIII Champion)
- Daryl Alulod (Part of 3 time SUCIII Champion)
- Rodelio Reyes (CLASSIC 2009 MVP)
- Richard Barrientes
- Dillon Alexander Alulod (2015 SucNationals Champions)
- Kenneth Reyes (2015 SucNationals Champions)
- Dominic Fajardo (2015 SucNationals Champions)
- Paul Vincent Dela Cruz (2015 SucNationals Champions)
- John Gilbert Pontillas (2016 Most Bangko of the year)
Accredited Programs
As of July 2014, Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines, Inc. (AACCUP)
(Programs; Level/Accreditation Status; Duration of Validity of Accreditation Status)
Malolos Campus
- Elementary Teacher Education; LEVEL IV Re-accredited; July 16, 2011 - July 15, 2013
- Secondary Teacher Education; LEVEL IV Re-accredited; July 16, 2011 - July 15, 2013
- Industrial Teacher Education; LEVEL III Re-accredited; July 16, 2007 - July 15, 2011
- Science (Biology); Level III Re-accredited; Aug. 16, 2011 - July. 15, 2014
- Science (Mathematics); Level III Re-accredited; Aug. 16, 2011 - July. 15, 2014
- Civil Engineering; LEVEL III Re-accredited; April 1, 2009 - Mar. 31, 2013
- Mechanical Engineering; LEVEL III Re-accredited; April 1, 2009 - Mar. 31, 2013
- Electrical Engineering; LEVEL III Re-accredited; April 1, 2009 - Mar. 31, 2013
- Industrial Technology; LEVEL III Re-accredited; April 1, 2009 - Mar. 31, 2013
- Graduate: Doctoral (Ed.D./ Ph.D.-Ed. Mgmt.); Level II Re-accredited; Dec. 16, 2005 - Dec. 15, 2010
- Graduate: Master's (MAEd); Level II Re-accredited; Dec. 16, 2005 - Dec. 15, 2010
- Graduate: Master's (MPA); Level II Re-accredited; Dec. 16, 2005 - Dec. 15, 2010
- Architecture; Level II Re-accredited; Sept. 1, 2007 - Aug. 31, 2011
- Computer Engineering; Level II Re-accredited; Sept. 1, 2007 - Aug. 31, 2011
- Information Technology; Level II Re-accredited; Sept. 1, 2007 - Aug. 31, 2001
- Electronics and Communication Engineering; Level II Re-accredited; Sept. 1, 2007 - Aug. 31, 2011
- Industrial Engineering; Level I Accredited; Sept. 1, 2009 - Aug. 31, 2012
- Nursing; Level I Accredited; Aug. 1, 2009 - Aug. 31, 2011
- Fine Arts (Advertising Arts); Candidate; Sept. 1, 2007 - Aug. 31, 2009
- Industrial Technology (Comp. Tech.); Level I Accredited; Sept. 1, 2009 - Aug. 31, 2012
- Information Technology; Level I Accredited; Sept. 1, 2009 - Aug. 31, 2012
- Home Economics Education; Candidate; Aug. 16, 2008 - Aug. 15, 2010
- Hotel and Restaurant Management; Candidate; Aug. 16, 2008 - Aug. 15, 2010
- Mechatronics Engineering; Candidate; Sept. 1, 2009 - Aug. 31, 2011
Bustos Campus
- Secondary Teacher Education; Level III Accredited; Dec. 1, 2011 - Nov. 30, 2013
- Elementary Teacher Education; Level II Accredited; Dec. 1, 2011 - Nov. 30, 2013
- Industrial Technology; Level I Accredited; Dec. 1, 2007 - Nov. 30, 2010
San Jose del Monte Campus
- Industrial Technology; Assessment on-going for Level I; January 2010 - December 2010
- Information Technology; Assessment on-going for Level I; January 2010 - December 2010
- Secondary Teacher Education; Assessment on-going for Level I; January 2010 - December 2010
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