The International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE) is pleased to announce that Samar Colleges, Inc. has been awarded the QAHE Excellence in Education Award in recognition of its long-standing commitment to academic quality, institutional development, innovation, and community service. Established in 1949, Samar Colleges has served generations of learners in Catbalogan City, Samar, and nearby communities through its broad offerings in basic, tertiary, graduate, and technical-vocational education.
Over more than seven decades, Samar Colleges has continued to grow as a dynamic educational institution guided by its vision of becoming the leading center of learning in the Island of Samar. The college has consistently demonstrated dedication to excellence through curriculum development, infrastructure expansion, research, international collaboration, and student-centered initiatives that support both academic and personal growth.
In recent years, the institution has strengthened its quality assurance systems through the creation of dedicated offices, the implementation of ISO-aligned processes, the harmonization of outcomes-based syllabi, and the institutionalization of digital learning platforms. It has also expanded its academic offerings, enhanced faculty and student services, and pursued partnerships with local and international institutions to advance research, innovation, and global engagement.
The QAHE Excellence in Education Award recognizes Samar Colleges, Inc. for its enduring contribution to accessible and values-driven education, as well as its continued pursuit of quality, innovation, and transformative learning. QAHE commends the institution for its leadership, resilience, and commitment to building a stronger educational future for its students and community.
