Area VI
Support to Students
Message of Commitment
As Dean of the Office of Student Affairs and Services (OSAS), I am committed to ensuring that every student feels welcomed, valued, and supported throughout their college journey. We recognize that each student comes with unique needs, experiences, and aspirations, and it is our responsibility to meet them with services that are fair, accessible, responsive, and compassionate. Through our recruitment and admission processes, scholarship and financial assistance programs, and services for health, counseling, spiritual well-being, and other student concerns, we strive to foster a safe and nurturing environment where students can learn with confidence, participate meaningfully in campus life, and grow both personally and academically.
Moving forward, the OSAS will continue to listen to our students and thoughtfully improve our programs and services in response to their experiences and concerns. We will strengthen career guidance and placement support to help our graduates take their next steps with greater confidence and readiness for the world of work. Beyond the programs we provide, we want every student to know that OSAS is a place where they can find someone who will listen, guide, and extend support when it matters most. This is our commitment—to put students at the heart of what we do and to help create an environment where they can thrive, discover their potential, and confidently prepare for life beyond college.
Ms. Grace B. Abella
Dean for Student Affairs and Services
Institutional Portfolio
Institutional Portfolio
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Evidence & Ratings
How this area is assessed
Each parameter is judged on its systems, how they are implemented, and what they achieve. Against every indicator is the rating the area gave itself and the document that evidences it.
4.11
Overall mean rating
A Recruitment, Admission and Academic Support 4.06 8 indicators
| Indicator | Rating | Means of Verification |
|---|---|---|
| System — Inputs and Processes | ||
| S.1 The institution adopts a program and procedures for the selection of prospective students, and the retention of the most deserving. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| S.2 There is a well-organized, properly administered and adequately staffed student services unit. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| S.3 The institution has a system to identify the special learning needs of students. | 3 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| System — Inputs and Processes mean | 3.67 | |
| Implementation | ||
| I.1 The institution recruits and selects students based on clear policies and operational guidelines. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| I.3 There are programs that provide for orientation of new and old students. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| I.4 The institution admits students from special groups (e.g., financially disadvantaged, tribal groups, physically challenged) and ensures that they are given fair consideration. | 3 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| Implementation mean | 4.00 | |
| Outcome/s | ||
| O.1 Admission policies provide fair access to education. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| O.2 Rate of retention and completion are consistently high. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| Outcome/s mean | 4.50 | |
| Parameter mean | 4.06 | |
| Best Practices | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) | |
B Student Scholarships 3.56 14 indicators
| Indicator | Rating | Means of Verification |
|---|---|---|
| System — Inputs and Processes | ||
| S.1 The institution has a well-defined and sustainable scholarship program and grants which enable beneficiaries to complete their studies successfully within the prescribed period. | 3 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| S.2 Deserving students get an education through the institution’s scholarship programs, which include various groups of beneficiaries, including special groups. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| S.3 Resources are available to support beneficiaries throughout the duration of studies. | 3 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| S.4 There is a system that monitors the performance of graduates to ensure that the scholarship program is working as expected. | 3 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| System — Inputs and Processes mean | 3.25 | |
| Implementation | ||
| I.1 Deserving students are selected based on eligibility criteria and procedures for the award of scholarships and study grants. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| I.2 Benefits are maximized through guidance and the scholarships awarded to the students. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| I.3 Scholarships facilitate the completion of degrees sometimes even ahead of the prescribed period. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| I.4 Scholarship programs are periodically evaluated and revised as needed. | 3 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| Implementation mean | 3.75 | |
| Outcome/s | ||
| O.1 Graduates enter employment that are appropriate to the aims of the scholarship program. | 3 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| O.2 Student quality is ascertained because of adherence to scholarship guidelines. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| O.3 Diversity of student population is visible because of the different interests of the students in activities participated in. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| O.4 Rate of completion is higher for scholars. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| O.5 Employment rate is 70% higher for high academic performers. | 3 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| O.6 Performance of graduates as grantees in Board Examinations is consistently high. | 3 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| Outcome/s mean | 3.67 | |
| Parameter mean | 3.56 | |
| Best Practices | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) | |
C Student Services 4.72 15 indicators
| Indicator | Rating | Means of Verification |
|---|---|---|
| System — Inputs and Processes | ||
| S.1 There exists a functional guidance program and services available to all students needing assistance that ensures maximum benefit from the support they receive. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| S.2 There are structures that address immediate needs of students. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| S.3 An effective employment and placement program is available. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| S.4 A system of monitoring student performance is maintained. | 3 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| S.5 A publication unit that provides an avenue for students’ expression and accomplishment exists. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| S.6 A system to evaluate and monitor the student services program implementation is in place. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| System — Inputs and Processes mean | 4.50 | |
| Implementation | ||
| I.1 Students are active participants in major committees and policy-making bodies particularly those affecting student welfare and development. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| I.2 Students avail themselves of the programs offered in the student services unit. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| I.3 Students are active in student organizations and publication. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| I.4 The institution provides opportunities for student participation in program planning and policy formulation. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| I.5 The institution adequately provides a variety of services to promote health, spiritual, and socio-cultural development of the students while completing their studies. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| I.6 Evaluation and monitoring of service program implementation is regularly done. | 5 | — |
| Implementation mean | 5.00 | |
| Outcome/s | ||
| O.1 Special programs help enhance the students’ development, including management of discipline. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| O.2 Leadership qualities of students are demonstrated by the participation in various fora and awards received in various competitions. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| O.3 A certain level of empowerment is manifested in student participation in decision - making and opportunities for self-improvement. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| Outcome/s mean | 4.67 | |
| Parameter mean | 4.72 | |
| Best Practices | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) | |
D Placement Support 4.11 7 indicators
| Indicator | Rating | Means of Verification |
|---|---|---|
| System — Inputs and Processes | ||
| S.1 The program is managed by competent staff. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| S.2 A system of monitoring the employment and performance of graduates is maintained. | 3 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| System — Inputs and Processes mean | 3.50 | |
| Implementation | ||
| I.1 The institution exposes students to a wide range of opportunities to develop their potential. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| I.2 The institution has links with employers to facilitate placement opportunities. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| Implementation mean | 4.50 | |
| Outcome/s | ||
| O.1 Students are able to plan for their career/future through career orientation and job placement programs. | 5 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| O.2 High level of performance of students in schooling and on – the - job training. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| O.3 The placement program improves the percentage of employed graduates. | 4 | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) |
| Outcome/s mean | 4.33 | |
| Parameter mean | 4.11 | |
| Best Practices | Click to view MOVs attached (opens in a new tab) | |