Tagum City private college since 1989

Arriesgado College Foundation Incorporated, Tagum City

Arriesgado College Foundation Incorporated is a private college in Tagum City, Davao del Norte, open to students of all faiths. Founded in 1989 as a midwifery school, it now runs higher education, basic education, and TESDA technical vocational programs from its Bonifacio Street campus.

At a glance

ACFI in four numbers

A midwifery school that grew into a full college while keeping its health sciences core.

1989Founding year in Tagum City
78Pioneer midwifery students
10College programs listed
6TechVoc training tracks

History

From 78 midwifery students to a full college

Milestones below come from the official ACFI site. Board figures are school reported history, kept here as background, not as a promise of future results.

  1. 1989

    AMCH Midwifery School Foundation Inc opens in Tagum City with 78 midwifery students.

  2. Early years

    Strong board debut. The first three graduating batches post PRC passing rates of 100%, 99%, and 97%, produce national topnotchers, and earn recognition as a top performing midwifery school.

  3. 1995

    High school plus nursing. A high school department opens and BS Nursing launches, with first graduates performing strongly in the nursing licensure exam.

  4. 1997

    Hotel and restaurant training. A TESDA Hotel and Restaurant Management program is added.

  5. 2002

    Sunday High School. A Sunday program opens for working students.

  6. 2011

    Education plus business. Education and BSBA programs begin. BSED and BEED graduates post 100% LET passing rates in 2011 and 2012.

  7. 2018 to 2019

    National rank plus a perfect batch. A graduate ranks 4th nationwide in the 2018 LET, and midwifery posts another 100% passing rate in 2019.

School vision: a reputable ASEAN region institution forming God fearing graduates with a trademark of excellence. School goals name integrity, competence, service, strong leadership, research expertise, and technological advancement.

Programs

What you can study at ACFI

Program names merge the official ACFI site with the long standing directory listing on this page. Confirm the current offering with the registrar before you enroll, since offerings change with CHED and TESDA approvals.

Higher education

College degrees

  • BS Nursing
  • BS Midwifery plus Diploma in Midwifery
  • BS Business Administration, majors in Financial Management and Marketing Management
  • BS Management Accounting
  • Bachelor of Elementary Education, Generalist
  • Bachelor of Secondary Education, majors in Science and Social Studies
  • BTLEd, major in Home Economics
Basic education

Preschool to senior high

  • Preschool and Elementary
  • Junior High School
  • Senior High School strands: STEM, ABM, HUMSS, GAS
  • Modified Work Study Program for working learners
  • Sunday High School track for working students
TechVoc and assessment

TESDA tracks

  • Caregiving NC II, 786 hours
  • Food and Beverage Services NC II, 520 hours
  • Housekeeping NC II, 508 hours
  • Bookkeeping NC III
  • Health Care Services NC II
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding NC I and NC II
  • Assessment center for Bookkeeping, Caregiving, CSS, FBS, Health Care Services, Housekeeping, and SMAW
Course hours for Caregiving, Food and Beverage Services, and Housekeeping come from the public TESDA course finder entry for this school. Other tracks list no public hour count, so ask the registrar for the training calendar.

Admissions

How to enroll

The list below reflects standard Philippine college practice described in the Tagum university guide. Treat it as a checklist to prepare, then verify each item with the ACFI registrar.

Typical requirements

  • Accomplished admission form from the school site or admissions office
  • Senior high report card (Form 138) for new college entrants
  • PSA birth certificate
  • Certificate of good moral character
  • Recent ID photos
  • Transferees: Transcript of Records plus Honorable Dismissal, with course descriptions for credit evaluation
  • ALS passers: Certificate of Passing or Certification of Grades

Fees and aid

  • Scholarship applications for school year 2026 to 2027 are announced on the official ACFI site
  • Academic scholarships and aid for financially challenged learners, subject to slots
  • Government programs such as TES and CHED scholarships where available
  • Hybrid and online learning options for flexible study when needed
  • A stocked library with books, digital resources, and study areas

Campus life

Life on the Bonifacio Street campus

A close knit city campus where academic clubs, student government, and outreach shape the school year.

Learn

Projector equipped classrooms, computer laboratories with internet access, a library and study areas, practical training rooms for hospitality and technical courses, and multipurpose halls for seminars and events.

Belong

A student council for welfare and events, plus academic clubs tied to nursing, business, education, and IT programs.

Serve

Outreach runs through the school year, from environmental campaigns and donation drives to literacy and health related missions in Tagum and nearby towns.

Celebrate

Foundation anniversaries, intramurals, job fairs, cultural shows, and sector events such as the CHED anniversary gathering covered on the school news page.

School uniforms

Order ACFI uniforms in one place

PHSHIRT prints PE uniforms, nursing scrubs, org shirts, and event tees for ACFI students and staff. Every order ships with an official BIR invoice.

PE uniforms

Complete PE sets for basic ed and college, with name and number options for class sections.

School uniforms

Daily classroom uniforms for preschool to senior high, cut for comfort in Tagum heat.

Medical uniforms

Nursing and midwifery scrubs plus clinical duty wear for hospital and community rounds.

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Visit and contact

Find the campus, talk to the school

Main campus: 201 Bonifacio Street, Tagum City, Davao del Norte 8100. Tap any number below to call.

Waze lists the pin as 201 Bonifacio Street with weekday hours around 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday morning hours. Waze also shows a 0938 992 7440 number that differs from the official school mobile above, so call the official line first.
More official pages: ACFI Tagum 1989 and ACFI Visayan Village. Page content sits behind login walls, so follow the pages direct for enrollment posts.

FAQ

Common questions

Where is Arriesgado College Foundation?

201 Bonifacio Street, Tagum City, Davao del Norte 8100, reachable by jeepney, tricycle, and multicab. The Waze pin and the map above point to the same Bonifacio Street campus.

What programs does ACFI offer?

College degrees led by nursing, midwifery, business, and teacher education, plus preschool to senior high with STEM, ABM, HUMSS, and GAS strands, and six TESDA tracks from caregiving to welding. The full list sits in the programs section above.

Is ACFI recognized by CHED or TESDA?

Degree programs fall under the Commission on Higher Education and technical vocational tracks coordinate with TESDA. Recognition varies by program, so ask the registrar for the current permits for the exact course you plan to take.

What do I need to enroll?

Prepare the admission form, your report card, PSA birth certificate, certificate of good moral character, and ID photos. Transferees add Transcript of Records and Honorable Dismissal, while ALS passers present the Certificate of Passing. Confirm the final list with admissions before you visit.

Are there scholarships?

Yes. Scholarship applications for school year 2026 to 2027 are announced on the official site, alongside academic awards, need based aid, and government programs such as TES and CHED grants where slots allow. Inquire early, since requirements change every school year.

How do I get updated information?

Call 0930 688 0117, email arriesgadocollege1989@yahoo.com.ph, or follow the official Facebook pages. Tuition, schedules, and offerings change, so verify before you finalize enrollment.