Compostela, Davao de Oro
Purok 10, Barangay Poblacion, Compostela, Davao de Oro. The seat of the college administration and the widest set of program offerings, including the professional programs in agriculture and criminology.
Compostela, Davao de OroState collegeEstablished 2013
Davao de Oro State College (DDOSC)
A government funded state college in Compostela, Davao de Oro, known in Filipino as Kolehiyong Pampamahalaan ng Davao de Oro. DDOSC traces its roots to Compostela Valley State College, founded in 2013 and renamed in 2021, and now runs agriculture, entrepreneurship, criminology, and teacher education programs across a main campus and four external sites.
The DDOSC seal. The college was created through Republic Act No. 10598 in 2013 and renamed through Republic Act No. 11575 in 2021.
2013Established, RA 10598
5 sitesCompostela plus four
4 departmentsProgram families
200 and overPeople employed
01 Identity
The college at a glance
The facts DDOSC publishes across its official site and public listings, gathered in one place so learners, parents, and suppliers can confirm details quickly.
- Legal name
- Davao de Oro State College (DDOSC)
- Filipino name
- Kolehiyong Pampamahalaan ng Davao de Oro
- Former name
- Compostela Valley State College, from 2013 to 2021
- Established
- 2013, through Republic Act No. 10598
- Renamed
- 2021, through Republic Act No. 11575
- Type
- Public state college, government funded
- Affiliation
- Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC)
- President
- Lilybeth M. Matunhay, PhD
- Main campus
- Purok 10, Barangay Poblacion, Compostela, Davao de Oro
- External sites
- Laak extension, plus the Montevista, Maragusan, and New Bataan branches
- Workforce
- 200 and over, a large employer by public listing
- Official website
- ddosc.edu.ph
- Learning management system
- lms.ddosc.edu.ph
- Davao de Oro State College
- YouTube
- Davao de Oro State College
- Main contact
- +63 92 9169 5328 and president@ddosc.edu.ph
Two facts worth correcting
Some older directory listings state that the college was renamed in 2019 and still name a previous president. The rename took effect in 2021 through Republic Act No. 11575, right after the province itself was renamed, and the current president is Lilybeth M. Matunhay, PhD. Use the official site or the registrar for the final word on any figure.
02 Campuses
One main campus and four external sites
The main campus sits in Compostela, with an extension in Laak and branches in Montevista, Maragusan, and New Bataan. Program availability differs by site, so confirm your chosen program with the campus you plan to attend.
Laak
The Laak extension runs its programs alongside the main campus listing, led by agriculture and teacher education.
Montevista
San Jose, Montevista, Davao de Oro. Offers entrepreneurship and teacher education for learners in the western part of the province.
Maragusan
Poblacion, Maragusan, Davao de Oro. Offers agriculture, entrepreneurship, and teacher education in the province's highland south.
New Bataan
Cabinuangan, New Bataan, Davao de Oro. Offers entrepreneurship and teacher education for the eastern municipalities.
03 Programs
Program matrix by campus
DDOSC groups its offerings into four departments: Agriculture, Entrepreneurship, Criminology, and Teacher Education. The matrix shows which program families run on which site, based on the college's own public listing.
| Program | Compostela (main) and Laak | Maragusan | Montevista | New Bataan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BS Agriculture | Offered | Offered | Not offered | Not offered |
| BS Entrepreneurship | Offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| BS Criminology | Offered | Not offered | Not offered | Not offered |
| Bachelor of Elementary Education | Offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
| Bachelor of Secondary Education | Offered | Offered | Offered | Offered |
Secondary Education majors: Compostela and Laak offer English, Math, and Science. Maragusan and New Bataan offer English, Math, and Social Studies. Montevista offers English, Math, and Filipino. Confirm the current majors with the registrar before you enroll.
04 Admissions
Admission, fees, and enrollment
Requirements and calendars are published each term by the registrar. The steps below are the common path, but always confirm the current checklist, deadlines, and fee schedule with the campus you plan to attend before you file.
How to apply
- Check the program and campus. Pick the program from the matrix above and the campus that offers it.
- Prepare your records. Gather the usual documents, such as your previous school records, birth certificate, and valid IDs, then review the official admission requirements page.
- File and enroll. Submit your documents, settle the assessed fees, and complete registration with the registrar.
The college publishes a freshie quick guide each intake. Download it from the official site for the current forms and sequence.
Where the details live
- Admission requirements: ddosc.edu.ph/admission-requirements
- Tuition and other school fees: ddosc.edu.ph/tuition-and-other-school-fees
- Enrollment summary: ddosc.edu.ph/enrollment-summary
- Freshie quick guide (PDF): Download the guide
- Registrar forms: ddosc.edu.ph/asrs-forms
Free tuition at state colleges
As a government funded state college, DDOSC students fall under the national free tuition law, Republic Act No. 10931, which covers tuition and other school fees at state universities and colleges for eligible students. Coverage and the requirements to keep it are set each school year, so confirm your eligibility with the registrar or the student affairs office.
05 Standing
The cradle of golden opportunities in Davao de Oro
The college describes itself as the cradle of golden opportunities in the heart of Davao de Oro. It has built a track record in agriculture, criminology, entrepreneurship, and teacher education, and its public profile lists graduates who have become licensed professionals and board topnotchers in those fields.
2013Year established
5 sitesMain campus and branches
4Academic departments
PASUCNational SUC association
- Strategic Development Plan 2026 to 2032, published in abridged and full versions
- State of the College Address (SOCA) 2026
- Gawad Pag-asa award feature on the official site
- 126th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary celebration
- World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) 2026 entry
- Quality management certification and a public transparency seal
06 Digital campus
Official pages and online systems
DDOSC runs its own website, a learning management system, and a set of online services. Start with the official site for announcements, forms, and the college directory.
Official site
News, program offerings, academic calendar, admission requirements, and downloadable forms. ddosc.edu.ph
Learning management system
Course materials and class activity for enrolled students. lms.ddosc.edu.ph
Online systems
The college keeps its portals and online services in one place at ddosc.edu.ph/online-systems.
College directory
Find offices, officials, and branch contacts at ddosc.edu.ph/college-directory.
Notices of vacancy
Teaching and non teaching vacancies are announced at ddosc.edu.ph/careers.
Golden Merch store
Official college merchandise is listed at ddosc.edu.ph/ddosc-merch-store.
07 Visiting
Reaching the Compostela main campus
Compostela sits in the northern part of Davao de Oro, along the Davao to Butuan corridor in the Davao Region. Confirm office hours with the campus before you travel, since they can change with the academic calendar.
Address and contact
- Address: Purok 10, Barangay Poblacion, Compostela, Davao de Oro, Philippines
- Mobile: +63 92 9169 5328
- Email: president@ddosc.edu.ph
- Facebook: Davao de Oro State College
- Directory: College directory
Visitor notes
Branch addresses and programs differ, so head to the campus that runs the program you are asking about. For enrollment, fees, or records, bring a valid ID and confirm the current requirements with the registrar first.
08 Answers
Questions learners and parents ask
Where is Davao de Oro State College located
The main campus is at Purok 10, Barangay Poblacion, Compostela, Davao de Oro, Philippines. DDOSC also runs a Laak extension and branches in Montevista, Maragusan, and New Bataan, for five sites in total.
What kind of school is DDOSC
Davao de Oro State College is a public, government funded state college, known in Filipino as Kolehiyong Pampamahalaan ng Davao de Oro. It is a member of the Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges (PASUC) and offers undergraduate programs in agriculture, entrepreneurship, criminology, and teacher education.
When was DDOSC established and when was it renamed
It was established in 2013 as Compostela Valley State College through Republic Act No. 10598. It was renamed Davao de Oro State College in 2021 through Republic Act No. 11575, shortly after the province was renamed.
What programs does DDOSC offer
The program families are BS Agriculture, BS Entrepreneurship, BS Criminology, Bachelor of Elementary Education, and Bachelor of Secondary Education. Not every program runs on every campus. Agriculture and Criminology run at Compostela and the Laak extension, while Entrepreneurship and Teacher Education run at all sites. Confirm the exact majors with your chosen campus.
What are the DDOSC campuses and branches
There are five sites: the Compostela main campus, the Laak extension, and the Montevista, Maragusan, and New Bataan branches. The Compostela main campus holds the administration and the widest program list.
How do you enroll at DDOSC
Check the program and campus first, prepare your records such as previous school records, birth certificate, and valid IDs, then file the documents and complete registration with the registrar. The college publishes a freshie quick guide and admission requirements each intake on the official site. Confirm the current checklist and deadlines with the campus before you travel.
Is tuition free at DDOSC
As a state college, DDOSC falls under the national free tuition law, Republic Act No. 10931, which covers tuition and other school fees at state universities and colleges for eligible students. Coverage and the requirements to keep it are set each school year, so confirm your eligibility with the registrar or the student affairs office.
Who leads DDOSC and what systems does it use
The president is Lilybeth M. Matunhay, PhD. The college runs its own website at ddosc.edu.ph and a learning management system at lms.ddosc.edu.ph, with a college directory, online services, a careers page, and an official Facebook page and YouTube channel.
Sources checked: the Davao de Oro State College official website (ddosc.edu.ph), the Wikipedia article on the college, and the institutional profile on PhilJobNet. Where a directory figure differs from the official site, the current official figure is shown. Confirm fees, calendars, and requirements directly with DDOSC before you enroll or travel.
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