Villanueva University vs University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines - USTP vs STI Colleges vs Xavier University - Ateneo De Cagayan vs Mindanao State University- Naawan

Side-by-side comparison from 38 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Xavier University - Ateneo De Cagayan (4.60)
Villanueva University: wins 0/6 categories
University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines - USTP: wins 1/6 categories
STI Colleges: wins 5/6 categories
Xavier University - Ateneo De Cagayan: wins 0/6 categories
Mindanao State University- Naawan: wins 0/6 categories
Capitol University - Cu: wins 0/6 categories
University of Cebu - UCB: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Psychology
Best programme: Teaching
Alaminos, Philippines
4.40
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5 reviews
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Best programme: Computer and Information Science
Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
4.60
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8 reviews
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Best programme: Accounting and Business Finance
Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
Not rated
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0 reviews
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Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
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Cebu City, Philippines
4.50
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14 reviews
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Best programme: Accounting
Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
4.50
Win
4.20
4.00
Not rated
Not rated
4.21
Location
4.14
4.50
4.60
Win
4.43
Not rated
Not rated
4.20
Professors
4.14
4.00
4.80
Win
4.13
Not rated
Not rated
4.64
Internationality
2.86
4.50
4.60
Win
4.25
Not rated
Not rated
4.50
Student life
3.43
4.50
5.00
Win
3.86
Not rated
Not rated
4.33
Value
3.71
4.50
4.60
Win
4.25
Not rated
Not rated
4.57
Accommodation
3.14
3.50
4.00
4.29
Not rated
Not rated
4.29
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Dedicated and helpful academic staff
  • +Motivating and engaging learning environment
  • +Excellent facilities and practical career focus
  • +Quality teaching and skill development
  • +Clean and peaceful environment
  • +Disciplined student body and rule implementation
  • +Inspiring faculty and practical skills development
  • +Supportive and inclusive community
  • +Engaging and enjoyable learning experiences
  • +Competent and considerate faculty
  • +Flexible and adaptive policies
  • +Excellent and effective education

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  • +Accessible education and scholarships
  • +Quality education and academic reputation
  • +Personal growth and development through activities
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and insufficient resources are frequently mentioned.
  • -Course content and teaching methods are often perceived as irrelevant or unengaging.
  • -Administrative and management issues
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment
  • -Lack of communication and transparency
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are a significant drawback.
  • -Unclear communication and a disorganized learning environment are frustrating.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a consistent problem.
  • -Lack of clear communication and unresponsiveness are major complaints.

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  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance
  • -Unresponsive administration and management
  • -Lack of academic support and clear communication
Rating summary
What students say

Overall, the university exhibits a mixed performance across its assessed aspects. Its strongest areas are clearly Facilities, Professors, and Location, all receiving ratings above four. Conversely, Internationality and Accommodation represent the weakest points, with scores below three. Student Life and Value fall in the mid-range, indicating moderate satisfaction in these aspects.

With outstanding marks in Facilities, Location, Student Life, and Internationality, this institution clearly excels in its campus environment and global outlook. Value for money also received a perfect score. The weakest area identified was Accomodation, with a rating of 3.5. Professors were rated a solid 4. Overall, the university presents a highly positive picture.

This institution demonstrates exceptional strengths in student life, receiving a perfect score. Professors are also highly regarded, with a near-perfect rating. Areas for potential improvement include accommodation, which scored a solid but lower 4.0, representing the weakest aspect. Overall, the university presents a robust offering across its facilities, location, internationality, and value.

This institution presents a robust profile, with its strongest areas being Location and Accomodation, both exceeding 4.25. Professors also received a strong rating at 4.125. Student Life emerges as the comparatively weakest area, scoring 3.857. Overall, the university demonstrates good performance across most aspects, with a particular emphasis on its physical environment and student support services.

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This university receives strong ratings across multiple aspects. Professors are particularly well-regarded, achieving the highest score. Student life and internationality also score highly. Facilities and accommodation are rated well, as is the overall value. The location, while good, is the lowest-rated category but still solid.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With ~56% of reviews being positive, students highlight good teachers, engaging academics, and supportive staff. Facilities are also noted as modern. No negative feedback was recorded.

With a 4/5 average rating from two reviews, positive feedback highlights good teaching quality and a clean, peaceful environment conducive to skill development. No negative feedback was recorded.

All 5 reviews are positive (100%), with an average rating of 4.4/5. Students praise teaching quality, supportive faculty, and practical skills for career success. They also appreciate facilities and a fun learning environment.

With an average rating of 4.63/5 from 8 reviews, ~88% of feedback is positive. Students frequently praise the quality and support of professors, along with the university's clean and well-maintained campus.

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Nearly all (approximately 100%) of 14 reviews are positive, highlighting quality education, interactive classes, approachable professors, and personal growth opportunities. No negative feedback was recorded.

Rating distribution
5★
11%
50%
40%
75%
0%
0%
57%
4★
44%
0%
60%
13%
0%
0%
36%
3★
44%
50%
0%
13%
0%
0%
7%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Very good experience

It is a relatively new university being my promotion in 2019 the first. The professors are very competent and not only give you the necessary knowledge but they plant the seed of curiosity and interest in this matter. As a graduate in psychology, I can say that the agendas They have been very interesting and with group dynamics every four months. The facilities are quite new within a small university.

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A good example

In this university i found peace , friends and the quality education , its not only lectures but they make sure that the students are enjoying while learning . They will mold you into a quality employee or a future boss of your desired business , and that's what i love from them .

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Experience in UCB

y time in UCB has been one of the most memorable and precious parts of my teen life. It was where I experienced so many firsts—new friendships, challenges, and moments that shaped who I am today. Every day brought something new to learn, not just in the classroom, but about life, people, and myself. UCB became more than just a place to study—it was a space where I grew, laughed, stumbled, and stood back up. Those years will always hold a special place in my heart, a chapter filled with growth and unforgettable memories. uring my time as a senior high student at the University of Cebu Banilad campus, I learned how to be flexible and adaptable. Balancing academics, responsibilities, and personal life wasn’t always easy, but it taught me the value of time and resilience. Along the way, I met new friends who stood by me through every high and low. They’ve become some of the people I treasure the most, turning ordinary days into unforgettable ones. With them, I discovered not just how to manage life, but how to enjoy it fully—even in the busiest moments.

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