11/08/2026
The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has granted Institutional Recognition to the City College of Davao (CCD), Davao City, and Colegio de Kapatagan (CdeK), Lanao del Norte, affirming that both local colleges have met the institutional requirements set by the Commission for local colleges.
The recognition supports President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. 's priority of expanding access to quality education, while ensuring that institutions serving Filipino learners meet appropriate standards. The grant followed CHEDβs evaluation of the compliance of both colleges with institutional requirements, including on-site validations covering among others, its mandate and purpose, governance, appropriateness of facilities, and sustainability of operations.
Through the institutional recognition of local universities and colleges, CHED continues to work with local governments to expand educational opportunities, respond to the needs of communities, and ensure that institutions meet national standards for quality and sustainability.
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