West Visayas State University continues to gain global recognition for innovation and social impact after rising to Rank 137 in the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) 2026, placing the University among the Global Top 500 Innovative Universities.

From advancing inclusive and socially responsive programs to strengthening internationalization and student engagement, this achievement reflects the collective efforts of the entire WVSU community in pushing boundaries and creating meaningful impact beyond the classroom.

WVSU also earned spots in several WURI Top 100 categories, including:

Rank 8 Inclusive Social Innovation for the Underserved (C6)

Rank 36 Student Mobility and Openness (A2)

Rank 47 Future-Oriented Responses to Global Uncertainty and Geopolitical Risk (A7)

Rank 83 SDG- and ESG-Based Responses to Past and Present Global Challenges (A8)

As WVSU continues to expand its global footprint, this recognition affirms the University’s commitment to transformative education, innovation, and service for communities here and beyond.