Cebu City · Since 1947
Caritas
et Scientia
Charity and Knowledge — the Recollect way
A PAASCU-accredited, CHED Autonomous Catholic university forming leaders of character, competence, and compassion in the heart of Cebu.
Our Heritage
Formed by Faith.
Built for Purpose.
Founded in 1947 by the Order of Augustinian Recollects, USJ-R has shaped generations of Cebuanos with an education rooted in Caritas et Scientia. With CHED Autonomous Status and full PAASCU Level III accreditation, we stand among the Philippines' most trusted Catholic universities.
- ✦ Board exam topnotchers across all disciplines
- ✦ Rooted in the Recollect tradition since 1947
- ✦ CHED Autonomous — highest institutional recognition
- ✦ Deep roots in Cebu civic life
Academics
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Seven schools. Over 30 programs. One transformative education.
Recognition
Accreditations & Achievements
CHED Autonomous
Highest status since 2001
PAASCU Level III
Full accreditation
COE: IT & Education
Centers of Excellence
COD: Business & Engineering
Centers of Development
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