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WHO CAN APPLY?
Visayas State University (VSU) welcomes applicants who meet the admission criteria for the Visayas State University College Admission Test (VSUCAT). The following are eligible to apply:
- Senior High School Graduating Students – currently enrolled in Grade 12.
- Senior High School Graduates – with completed Grade 12 records.
- Alternative Learning System (ALS) Graduates – with A&E certification.
- Transfer Students – from other colleges/universities.
- Second Coursers – those seeking a second bachelor's degree.
- International Applicants – foreign students with appropriate credentials.
- Equity Target Group (ETG) members – including 4Ps, IP, PWD, solo parents, out-of-school youth, senior citizens, disaster-displaced families, and dependents of AFP/PNP KIA/WIA, among others.
- Athletes and Artists – with DepEd certification of achievements.
WHO ARE EXEMPTED FROM TAKING THE VSUCAT?
- VSU alumni applying for a second degree (subject to program requirements).
- Students transferring between VSU component campuses (subject to slot availability and program-specific requirements).
WHAT DOCUMENTS DO YOU NEED?
Important reminders:
1. For transfer students, you may upload a copy of your grades for all semesters taken, signed by your registrar, if the TOR is not yet available.
2. For transfer students who have only taken one semester in college, please upload your TOR/copy of grades and certification of your Grade 12 GPA.
FOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATING STUDENTS
- Certification of your grades with a computed Grade Point Average (GPA) from Grades 9, 10 and 11
- Any valid ID (School ID, Driver's license, Postal ID, Voter's ID, National ID, Passport). If no valid ID, present voter's certification.
FOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE
- Certification of your grades with a computed Grade Point Average (GPA) from Grade 12
- Any valid ID (School ID, Driver's license, Postal ID, Voter's ID, National ID, Passport). If no valid ID, present voter's certification.
FOR ALTERNATIVE LEARNING SYSTEM (ALS) GRADUATES
- ALS Accreditation and Equivalency (A&E) rating
- Any valid ID (School ID, Driver's license, Postal ID, Voter's ID, National ID, Passport). If no valid ID, present voter's certification.
FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS AND SECOND COURSERS
- Certified true copy of Transcript of Records (TOR)
- Certification of your grades with a computed Grade Point Average (GPA) from Grade 12 (applicable only for those who have taken only one semester in college)
- Any valid ID (School ID, Driver's license, Postal ID, Voter's ID, National ID, Passport). If no valid ID, present voter's certification.
FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
- Passport
- Certification of grades with GPA
FOR APPLICANTS UNDER EQUITY TARGET GROUP (SELECT ONLY ONE OPTION)
- 4Ps Member: 4Ps ID of owner or parent
- Underprivileged Families: Certification from Barangay/Certificate of Indigency indicating monthly income
- Member of Indigenous People (IP): NCIP/Tribal Certification
- Students from very Remote Barangays (GIDAs): DepEd Certification
- Person with Disabilities (PWD): PWD ID
- Dependent of Persons Officially Enrolled under E-Clip: Provincial/City E-Clip Committee or DILG Certification that the parent or guardian is an enrolled Former Rebel, PSA birth certificate proving relationship, and Government ID of the Former Rebel
- Orphans (Double-Orphan): PSA Death Certificate of both parents, and PSA Birth Certificate of the applicant
- Out of School Youth/Adults (OSY/OSA): ALS A&E Certificate of Rating (HS level) indicating eligibility to enroll in HEIs; and Valid ID
- Senior Citizens (60 years old and above): OSCA Senior Citizen ID/other government-issued ID showing Filipino citizenship and date of birth (60 and above)
- Solo Parent & their Dependent Children: Solo Parent ID and PSA Birth Certificate linking parent and child
- Disaster-Displaced Families (IDPs): DSWD Disaster Assistance Family Access Card (DAFAC) or DSWD certification of disaster-affected status; or LGU/MSWD or Barangay Certification citing the calamity/disaster declaration and dates of displacement; or Evacuee/IDP ID or registry entry used by LGU/DSWD during response
- Children/Dependents of AFP/PNP Killed or Wounded in Action: AFP/PNP casualty or line-of-duty certification indicating KIA/KIPO or WIA/WIPO, PSA Birth Certificate (or legal guardianship/adoption papers), and Government ID of the fallen/injured personnel
FOR ATHLETES OR ARTISTS
- DepEd Certification as proof of your achievements.
WHAT COUNTS AS VALID ID?
For admission and examination purposes, VSU accepts the following as valid identification:
- School ID (current or previous school year)
- Driver's License
- Postal ID
- Voter's ID (or Voter's Certification from COMELEC)
- National ID (PhilSys ID)
- Passport
- PRC ID (for professionals)
- Senior Citizen ID (OSCA)
- PWD ID
- Other government-issued IDs showing full name, photo, and signature
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU APPLY?
After you submit your application through the VSU Admissions Portal, here's the step-by-step process:
- Application Review: The Admissions Office validates your submitted documents. If incomplete or unclear, your application will be reverted and you will be notified to correct and resubmit.
- Examination Schedule: Once validated, you will receive an email with your exam schedule, testing center, examination link, username, and password.
- Take the VSUCAT: The test is computer-based (via Moodle) or face-to-face, depending on your assigned mode. It lasts 2 hours and consists of 100 multiple-choice items (English 30, Math 30, Science 30, Abstract Reasoning 10).
- Results Release: Upon approval by the Office of the President, results are announced on the VSU website and Facebook page. You may also view your individual result via the Admissions Portal.
- Qualification & Enrollment: If you meet the 60% minimum rating and are within the program quota, you qualify for admission. You must then enroll within the prescribed period; otherwise, your slot is forfeited.
- ETG / Athlete / Artist Consideration: If you belong to an Equity Target Group, athlete, or artist category, you may qualify with a rating as low as 40%, subject to ranking and slot availability.
WHAT IF MY APPLICATION IS REVERTED?
A reverted application means your documents are incomplete, unclear, or deficient. You will need to log in to the portal, correct the issues, and resubmit your documents for validation. You will not receive an exam schedule until your application is complete.
WHAT IF I LOSE INTERNET OR POWER DURING THE ONLINE EXAM?
If the disruption occurs within the first 30 minutes, you may be allowed to retake the test or switch to a pen-and-paper exam, depending on the situation. Otherwise, the test may be suspended and rescheduled through the Admissions Office.
WHAT IF I QUALIFY BUT DON'T ENROLL?
Qualified applicants who fail to enroll within the prescribed period forfeit their slot for the academic year. They must reapply and take the next VSUCAT if they wish to enroll in the future.
For more information:
Visit the Official VSU Website and the Admissions FB Page.
YOUR VSU JOURNEY COULD START HERE
Ready to become a Proud Viscan?
Your journey to excellence, innovation, and service starts with a single step — submitting your application. Whether you're a fresh high school graduate, a transferee, or a working professional seeking a second degree, VSU has a place for you.
APPLICATION STEPS (QUICK GUIDE)
- Go to https://cat2026.vsu.edu.ph/ and click "Get Started".
- Read the Privacy and Consent form and click "I Agree".
- Input your active email address and click "Submit".
- Check your email inbox for the confirmation link.
- Fill out the VSU Admission Application form. Always click "Save" before "Next".
- Review your information and click "Submit".
- Check your email for exam details (schedule, testing center, link, username, password).
EXAM DURATION
2 hours · 100 items
PASSING RATING
60% (40% for ETG/Athlete/Artist)
COVERAGE
English 30 · Math 30 · Science 30 · Abstract 10
Tip: Prepare your documents early, review your GPA, and familiarize yourself with the DepEd K–12 curriculum. On exam day, bring a valid ID, your test permit, and clean scratch paper. Most importantly — believe in yourself. Your VSU journey starts now!
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