Northwest Samar State University

Northwest Samar State University (NwSSU) is a public higher education institution located in Calbayog City, Philippines, with an additional campus in San Jorge. The university's name is an acronym representing its core values: Resilience, Integrity, Service, and Excellence. NwSSU positions itself as a premier technological university in the region, offering transformative education to produce globally competitive, innovative graduates responsive to changing world demands. The institution provides a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple colleges including Engineering and Architecture, Education, Management, Computing and Information Sciences, Criminal Justice and Sciences, Agriculture and Technology, and Nursing. The university maintains ISO 9001:2015 quality management standards and demonstrates active engagement in research, community development, and partnerships with local government units. Recent achievements include climbing global rankings in the 2026 Webometrics report, securing 7th place in Eastern Visayas for Scopus-indexed research, and participating in regional budget forums. The university operates with a focus on technical and professional education across various fields including trade, fishery, agriculture, science, commerce, and emerging digital-age programs.