A University of Excellence · Est. 1946
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Quick Facts
Founded
1946
School Type
Public
Run By
Government of the Philippines
Location
Miagao, Iloilo
Campus
642 hectares
Colleges
6
CHED Status
Autonomous
Sports Team
UP Visayas Marlins
Tuition & Fees
Estimated Tuition Range: ₱1,000 to ₱1,500 per unit
State university with subsidized tuition. Free tuition under RA 10931 for qualifying Filipino students.
| College / Program | Estimated per Unit | Estimated per Semester |
|---|---|---|
| College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences | ₱1,000 to ₱1,500 | ₱18,000 to ₱30,000 |
| College of Arts and Sciences | ₱1,000 to ₱1,500 | ₱18,000 to ₱28,000 |
| College of Management | ₱1,000 to ₱1,500 | ₱18,000 to ₱28,000 |
| School of Technology | ₱1,000 to ₱1,500 | ₱18,000 to ₱30,000 |
These are estimates only and may not reflect current rates. Always confirm with the UP Visayas Cashier’s Office or your official assessment slip via SAIS.
About the School
The University of the Philippines Visayas (UP Visayas) is a public state university with its main campus in Miagao, Iloilo. Established in 1946, it is the premier fisheries and marine sciences institution in the Philippines and part of the UP System.
UP Visayas is home to the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences, one of the most respected marine science programs in Southeast Asia. Its Miagao campus is located near a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The university also offers programs in management, arts and sciences, and technology. It plays a key role in research on marine biodiversity, aquaculture, and coastal resource management in the Western Visayas region.
Fisheries, Marine Science, Aquaculture, Management, and the Sciences — the UP System’s center for ocean and fisheries research.
UP Visayas is a public state university under the UP System. Tuition is free under RA 10931 for qualifying Filipino students.
UP Visayas is virtually free for Filipino undergraduates under RA 10931. Only minimal miscellaneous fees apply.
History & Background
1918
The University of the Philippines established a trade school in Iloilo, its first presence in the Western Visayas region.
1947
UP’s College of Fisheries was created in Miagao, Iloilo — becoming the foundation of what would become UP Visayas.
1979
The UP Board of Regents formally established UP in the Visayas as an autonomous unit of the UP System.
2002
UP in the Visayas was elevated to full constituent university status within the UP System with its own Chancellor.
2017
Filipino undergraduates at UP Visayas benefited from the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act.
Today
UP Visayas remains the country’s premier institution for fisheries, marine science, and aquaculture research.
Notable Programs & Courses
College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences
BS Fisheries, BS Marine Biology — The premier fisheries and marine sciences institution in the Philippines, leading research on aquaculture and ocean resource management.
College of Management
BS Accountancy, BS Management — Strong business programs serving the Visayas region with emphasis on management and entrepreneurship.
College of Arts and Sciences
BS Biology, Chemistry, Applied Mathematics — Solid science programs with research focus on marine biodiversity and environmental science in the Visayas.
Division of Physical Sciences and Mathematics
BS Computer Science — Growing computing program supporting the tech industry in Western Visayas.
School of Technology
BS Industrial Technology — Practical technology programs addressing the industrial and technological needs of the Visayas region.
College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences
Graduate Programs in Aquaculture — Internationally recognized graduate research programs in aquaculture, fisheries management, and marine ecology.
UP Visayas offers 30+ undergraduate and graduate programs. See the full list at upv.edu.ph.
FAQs About UP Visayas
Is UP Visayas a private or public university?
UP Visayas is a public state university and a constituent university of the University of the Philippines System. It benefits from the free tuition law for qualified Filipino students.
What is UP Visayas known for?
UP Visayas is known as the country’s premier institution for fisheries and marine sciences, with internationally recognized research in aquaculture and ocean resource management.
Where is UP Visayas located?
UP Visayas has campuses in Miagao and Iloilo City in Iloilo Province. The Miagao campus is the main campus and is located near the historic Miagao Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
How do you get admitted to UP Visayas?
Admission is through the UPCAT (UP College Admission Test), similar to other UP campuses.
Does UP Visayas only offer fisheries programs?
No. While UP Visayas is best known for fisheries, it also offers programs in management, arts and sciences, computer science, and technology.
Does UP Visayas offer free tuition?
Yes. Under the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act, qualified Filipino students at UP Visayas pay no tuition fees.
