GLOBAL RANKING
World University Rankings for Innovation
In its 2nd participation in the prestigious global ranking, Davao del Sur State College (DSSC) achieved another historic milestone, securing Rank 284 Overall Ranking worldwide (up from Rank 342 in 2025).
DSSC also placed 2nd among the twelve (12) Higher Education Institutions in Davao Region that voluntarily participated in the evaluation. This achievement reflects DSSC’s steadfast commitment to fostering innovation, ethical research, and enhancing the institution’s global standing through collaborative contributions across education and community engagement.
#2
CULTURE / VALUES
Ranked 2nd worldwide in the WURI 2026 Global Innovation Category
#85
UNIVERSITY-BASED ENTREPRENEURIAL PROJECTS
Ranked 85th worldwide in the WURI 2026 Global Innovation Category.
#89
SOCIAL IMPACT THROUGH KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER
Ranked 89th worldwide in the WURI 2026 Global Innovation Category.
#91
EMPOWERMENT-BASED MANAGEMENT
Ranked 91st worldwide in the WURI 2026 Global Innovation Category.
World University Rankings for Innovation
Davao del Sur State College marked its inaugural entry into the global stage by securing Rank 342 worldwide in the WURI 2025 evaluations.
The World University Rankings for Innovation assesses higher education institutions based on real-world impact rather than traditional metrics. This recognition underscores DSSC’s dedication to industrial application, ethical governance, and delivering transformative social value to local and international communities.
#38
INDUSTRIAL APPLICATION
“Mango Tayo!” Project
Uplifting the Davao del Sur Mango Industry
Champion: Prof. Rhea Mae L. Perito
#35
ETHICS & INTEGRITY
“LIFE behind Bars”
Education for Persons Deprived of Liberty
Champion: Dr. Queenie Lyn G. Almerez
#25
BRAND & REPUTATION
“Cultural Identity”
Promoting Indigenous Knowledge
Champion: Prof. Roel D. Apas Jr.
THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026
Davao del Sur State College (DSSC) made its debut in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ratings 2026, placing within the 1001–1500th rank globally out of 1,603 participating universities worldwide. This milestone highlights DSSC’s initial evaluation against the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals across instruction, research, and public service.
DSSC also earned notable SDG placements, ranking 401–600th for Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10), 601–800th for Quality Education (SDG 4) and Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11), and 1001–1500th for Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17). This achievement reflects the college’s ongoing dedication to weaving sustainability, inclusive learning, and community engagement into its core mission.
