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The University of Nueva Caceres was established by Dr. Jaime Hernandez in 1948 as the first university in Southern Luzon. Today, we aren’t only known as the first university in Bicol — we have also grown to become a leader in the field of higher education and among the largest institutions of higher learning in the region.
WE ARE A HOME FOR STUDENT ACHIEVERS
Because of our high-quality education, The University of Nueva Caceres is home to student achievers. Our university has won multiple awards in various scholastic and organizational competitions.
We also have alumni who have performed excellently in the government Board and Bar examinations. In fact, we have hundreds of students who have topped the Engineering, Architecture, Accounting, Education, Nursing, Criminology, and Law examinations.
OUR VISION
Guided by our motto “Non ScholaeSed Vitae” (not for school but for life, we learn) and attuned to the demands of a dynamic global environment, we commit to quality and excellent education for all. We transform the youth into entrepreneurial, productive, morally upright, and socially responsible professionals for a just, humane, and progressive society.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is for the University of Nueva Caceres to be the leading exponent of academic excellence, research, extension, and innovative technology for sustainable development.
We create a nurturing academic environment and provide equal opportunities in the formation of individuals into empowered leaders, competent professionals, and proactive entrepreneurs who are cognizant of our rich cultural heritage.
For any questions or concerns, student applications, or free university tours, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today.
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Traffic Rerouting for USG Grand Presidential Debate
NOTICE The University will re-route traffic on March 7, 2018 from 6:00 AM to 12:00 MN to give way to the University Student Government (USG) Grand Presidential Debate in front of e-Library. Here are the rerouting schemes: Gate 1 along J. Hernandez and Gate 2, along Bayawas Street, Sta.Cruz, all of Naga city are open […]
Alumni Stories
Luz Del Dia is raised singlehandedly by a Mother who looked up to Education as the only key to liberate people from poverty and hopelessness. Growing up, Luz took to reading and observing people as a way to learn. She studied in the public school and …
After the 2016 Bar Examination, Jessie Savilla covered the headline of a national news media. It announced: A senior citizen finally fulfilled his dream of becoming a lawyer. Indeed, it took 34 years and intermittent enrollments at the University of Nu …
I am the second child of the seven children of Eleuterio E. San Jose and Florencia A. Abarientos. I grew up in Gainza, Camarines Sur, the smallest among the 35 municipalities of Camarines Sur. My father is a farmer who finished first year High School …
THE PREMIER UNIVERSITY IN SOUTHERN LUZON
University Of Nueva Caceres
The University of Nueva Caceres is dedicated to the pursuit of Truth, Wisdom and Knowledge for the service of God, Country and
Humanity. Founded by Dr. Jaime Hernandez in 1948, it has grown to become one of the leading institutions of higher learning in the
country. The campus is centrally located in the City of Naga, Camarines Sur, Philippines. The University has one of the biggest student
populations in the Bicol region and offers courses from Kinder to Graduate levels.
All course offerings are recognized by the government and the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Education and Commerce are accredited
by the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACU-COA). Its College of Engineering and
Architecture is now one of the few regional centers for technological education in the Philippines.
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Ha p p y New Year Everyone! As we begin the year, we look back to 2019, with all that had been achieved and where we failed, with grateful hearts. We are strengthened by the outcomes of our work which will serve as our stepping stone to move further ahead, while we are also wisened […]
Dr. Fay Lea Patria M. Lauraya
From first to number one is our courageous battle cry which summarizes UNC’s audacious goals of excellence in quality, access, relevance, and responsiveness.With Ayala Education’s core purpose of reinventing education to alleviate poverty, UNC endeavors to fulfill its tri-focal function of instruction, research, and extension while making education accessible and affordable. Our key thrusts include […]
UNC 4th President
I am very pleased, to share with you that we have recruited Dr. Fay Lauraya to take my place as President of UNC. I will be stepping down as President of the University of Nueva Caceres (UNC) effective today, July 30, 2018, so that I can focus on key strategic initiatives of AC Education, including […]
ACEducation _ i People Merger
A MESSAGE FROM FRED AYALA October 1, 2018 Dear UNC Community, Greetings! In accordance with what I shared with you last January, I am very happy to announce that Ayala Corporation (“AC”) and AC’s wholly-owned education subsidiary AC Education, Inc. (“AC Education”), together with House of Investments Inc. (“HI”) and HI’s education holding company iPeople, […]
