Published December 03, 2025 by Campus Information Office
Cagayan State University–Gonzaga has been ranked Top 2 in region 2 for its performance in the November 2025 Agriculturists Licensure Examination (ALE), according to the latest assessment of the Region Universities Ranking Philippines. This organization monitors regional academic performance and development. The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) officially released the results on December 2, marking another milestone for the campus.
The results highlighted CSU-Gonzaga’s performance in the licensure examination for agriculturists, recording a 90.48% passing rate for first-time takers, 50% for second takers, and an overall school performance rating of 86.96%. This significantly surpassed the national passing rate of 68.55%, positioning the campus among the top-performing institutions in the region.
CSU-Gonzaga’s achievement reflects the campus’s commitment to academic excellence and to adequately preparing its students for professional success. The recognition also affirms the institution’s growing reputation as a competitive hub for agricultural education in Region 2.
Dr. Jayrome Butay, College Dean, expressed his gratitude and pride for the achievement, attributing the college’s success to the unwavering support of Dr. Froilan A. Pacris, Jr., CEO of CSU-Gonzaga. He also credited the dedicated faculty members and the expertise of high-caliber agriculture specialists who served as reviewers for the ALE.
“This accomplishment is a testament to the collective hard work, unity, and commitment of the entire CSU-Gonzaga community,” Dr. Butay said. “Our students’ success mirrors the quality of instruction, mentorship, and support they have received throughout their journey.”
The whole CSU-Gonzaga Tangkiran community extends its congratulations to the passers, their parents, teachers, and stakeholders who contributed to the success of these students. To the non-passers, the campus encourages them to continue striving, keep their determination alive, and use this experience as motivation to come back stronger. CSU-Gonzaga remains committed to supporting them in their journey toward eventually earning their Agriculturist license.
Sources: Office of the College Dean, College of Agriculture
Regional Cagayan Valley Nationwide Facebook page