Mindanao State University

Also known as MSU

Mindanao State University (MSU) is a prominent educational institution in the Philippines that has gained recognition for its academic excellence and research contributions. In recent rankings, MSU - Iligan Institute of Technology entered the 701-800 bracket in THE World University Rankings, marking significant progress alongside other top universities like De La Salle University and Mapua University. The university continues to support innovation through programs such as DOST's 'Propel' initiative, which aims to boost intellectual property registration and foster technological advancement among Filipino innovators.

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Last updated at April 24, 2025.

Recent stories about MSU

Ateneo, UP tie for top spot in THE Asia University Rankings

Ateneo de Manila University and the University of the Philippines (UP) are now tied for the top position in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings.
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Ateneo de Manila retains top spot in THE rankings for third year

The Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) has retained its position as the top Philippine university in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings for a third consecutive year.
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DBM approves PHP120.327 million for 175 new MSU faculty positions

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved the creation of 175 faculty positions for the Mindanao State University (MSU) System.
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DSWD signs pact with MSU for Marawi-affected orphans

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) signed an agreement with Mindanao State University (MSU) on Tuesday to support orphans and children in torils affected by the 2017 Marawi Siege.
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UM-Davao student tops plumbers exam with 88.80%, 1,594 pass out of 3,594

On Tuesday, February 20, 2024, Arllan Feoj Santillan from the University of Mindanao-Davao City topped the Master Plumbers Licensure Examination with a score of 88.80 percent.
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6 Scout Rangers, 3 Maute members killed in Lanao del Sur

Six Scout Rangers and three suspected Maute Group members were killed in a military operation in Barangay Ramain, Munai town, Lanao del Sur on Sunday.
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AFP neutralizes Khadafi K. Mimbesa, Marawi bombing mastermind

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) confirmed on Monday that they have neutralized Khadafi K. Mimbesa, also known as 'Engineer', who was reportedly one of the masterminds behind a bombing at Mindanao State University in Marawi City last December.
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Mimbesa, MSU bombing mastermind, killed; Maute Group weakened

The alleged mastermind behind the deadly bombing at Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City last December, Khadafi Mimbesa, also known as 'Engineer', has been killed and the Maute Group is on the brink of collapse following a series of military operations.
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DBM allocates PHP55.65M for MSU Marawi Student Center

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has allocated PHP55.65 million for the construction of a three-story Student Center Building at Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City, covering an area of 1,850 square meters.
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Teodoro: Bombing at MSU could have been prevented with police presence

Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. stated on Friday that the bombing at Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City could have been prevented if police and military personnel were present on campus.
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