PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

My warmest greetings to all freshmen and

transferees in Bicol College, Inc. It is the mission of
this venerable institution to provide the necessary
support so as you and the rest of the studentry will
excel in research, instruction and community
outreach activities in order to produce competitive
graduates with strong social commitment. This
student handbook is the first step as we all move
towards the attainment of this mission of the Bicol
College, Inc.

Welcome to the BC family and I wish you success as

you journey towards the path of academic
excellence.

DR. MARIA LUZ T. MACASINAG

President

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. President’ Message …………………………………………………………… 1

II. Brief History, Mission, Vision and Goals …………………………………. 5
III. Rights and Duties of Students …………………………………………….. 9
IV. Academic Policies and Operational Procedures …………………………. 10
SECTION 1 ……………………………………………………………...….. 10

A. General Admission and Retention Policy

a. Freshmen Applicants
b. Transfer Applicants / Returning Students / Old Students
c. Cross-Enrollees
d. Foreign Students
e. Non-High School Graduates
f. College of Law
g. Graduate Studies
h. ETEEAP Program

B. Admission Requirements
a. Freshmen
b. Transferees
c. Cross-enrollees
d. Second Undergraduate Course Enrollees
e. Foreign Students
f. Graduate Students
g. ETTEAP Program

SECTION 2 ......................................................………………………….. 19

A. Enrollment Policies
B. Academic Load
C. Cross-Enrollment
D. Petitioned Subjects (Tutorial/Special Classes)
E. Load Revisions
F. Voluntary Withdrawal from Bicol College
G. Completion of Grade
H. Shifting of Program
I. Discontinuance of Studies
J. Leave of Absence (LOA)
K. Transfer to other Schools

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SECTION 3 ......................................................……………………………. 26

A. Retention Policy
a. Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
b. Bachelor of Library Science in Information System
c. Bachelor of Science in Criminology
B. Repetition of Subjects

SECTION 4 .......................................................……………………………. 30

A. Class Schedule
B. Class Attendance and Absences
C. Examination
D. Grading System
E. Residence Requirements

SECTION 5 ......................................................…………………………….. 33

A. Scholarship

SECTION 6 ......................................................…………………………….. 35

A. Requirements for Graduation

B. Procedural Guidelines
C. Guidelines on the Creation of a Committee on Academic Honors
D. Residence and Unit Requirements
E. Resident Credit
F. Induction to the Alumni Association
G. Transcript of Records and Transfer Credentials

SECTION 7 ......................................................…………………………….. 39

A. Mode of Paying Tuition and other Fees

B. Refunds
C. Outstanding Balances / Unpaid Bills

SECTION 8 ......................................................…………………………….. 40

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 Student Discipline Policies, Rules and Regulations

A. Policies
B. Rules on Good Grooming
C. Rules on School Uniform and Student ID
D. Classification of Offense and their Corresponding Sanction

SECTION 9 ......................................................…………………………….. 54
Student Organizations
A. Recognition on Student Organization
B. Student Activity and Requirements
C. Fund Raising Activities
D. Student Grievance Procedure

SECTION 10 ......................................................……………………………….. 57
Student Services
A. Office of Student Affairs
B. Office of the College Registrar
C. Guidance and Testing Office
D. Medical and Dental Service Center
E. College Library

SECTION 11 ......................................................……………………………. 65
Thesis / Dissertation Writing

A. Committee Composition
B. Committee Responsibilities
b.1 The Committee as a whole
b.2 The Adviser

VII. Research Oral Examination Ratings ………………………………………. 66

VIII. Appendices ………………………………………………………………… 66
IX. Bicol College Hymn …………………………………………………………. 69

II. BICOL COLLEGE, INC. HISTORY, VISION, MISSION and OBJECTIVES

Bicol College, Inc. is a non-stock, non-profit, non-sectarian private

educational institution that aims to produce committed professional who shall
serve with personal initiative, zeal, fidelity, dedication and civic responsibility.

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A Brief History

On July 2, 1941, the old Albay Institute, forerunner of the Bicol College, Inc.
came to existence, the first non-profit, non-sectarian private educational
institutional in the province of Albay.

It was born amidst a great economic difficulty for the country. “It was an
economic crisis of unprecedented magnitude,” the Founder would describe it.
During that period, hundreds of secondary students could not be accommodated
in the provincial high school on account of the shortage of classrooms, lack of
teachers, absence of instructional supplies and equipment and death of library
books and materials.

Through the Provincial Governor, the students and their parents sought
the help of the late Engr. Roque F. Tabuena, a UP-bred civil engineer who, at that
time, was engaged in the lucrative construction business, principally in the
provinces of Albay and Sorsogon. Against the advice of some well-meaning
friends and relatives, he faced the dilemma with firm resolve, fortitude and blind
determination of a concerned father to save a drowning son. He could not
sacrifice the welfare of the students, nor turn deaf ears to the pleas of distraught
parents.

Throwing all cautions to the wind, he motored to Manila and in 48 hours

returned with Government Permit to offer the secondary course.

Classes started at once in the Old Albay Country Club, where today stands
the Albay Provincial Capitol Annex. Three hundred eighty-two (382) students
enrolled.

Unfortunately, World War II broke out in December of that year and the
school had to cease operation.

The Albay Institute re-opened after liberation, in 1945, three hundred seven
(307) students enrolled. This time they occupied a rented residential house in
Sagpon, Old Albay, Legazpi City.

The collegiate department opened in July, 1946. The first courses offered
were Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Commercial Science (ACS), and
Elementary Teacher’s Certificate (ETC).

Branches of the Albay Institute were established that same year in Legazpi
Port, Malinao, and Polangui. Putiao and Bacon (Sorsogon) soon followed.

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 Daraga Institute was founded in 1950; Juban Institute in 1952; and Pilar
Institute (also in Sorsogon), in 1953. Only Juban Institute remains today, in
deference to the wishes of the Founder, “because my roots are there.”

The name of the Institute was changed to Bicol Junior Colleges in

September, 1949. At that time, its program offerings already included elementary,
high school and four-year courses in Education, Liberal Arts, and Commerce.

In 1951, its name was changed to Bicol Colleges. The institution left its Old
Albay site in 1957, after initially acquiring a 1,652 sq.m. lot in Sagpon, Daraga,
Albay, along the national highway. Buildings were constructed as soon as
additional adjacent sites were acquired.

In 1960, the Bicol College offered the Master’s program in Education,

leading to MAEd degree. The late Dr. Jose S. Reyes, (Columbia U, USA) execute
secretary of then Philippine President Sergio Osmeña, Sr., served as Dean. The
program had a star-studded faculty line up composed of: Dr. Dedimo Fonbuena
(NYU, USA), Prof. Pedro Ancheta, PNU, Manila.

First to graduate was Pedro M. Marcellana, Jr. He was followed the next
year by Victoria Paulate, and Felicidad E. Gavina, the first public school principal,
and the second, an instructor in then BRSAT (now BUSAT). After THEM, several
others followed.

At that time, oral exams were defended in public. All interested parties
gather in the social hall to witness the whole proceedings.

Government Recognition (GR) was granted immediately after the first

candidate graduated and issued the corresponding Special Order from the Bureau
of Private Schools, Manila.

Law was offered in 1963. It was headed by late Atty. Delfin de Vera, a
topnotcher in the 1941 Bar examinations. Besides Dean de Vera, the pioneer
faculty line-up included Judge Ignacio Calleja, Jr., Atty. Jose T. Rubio, and Atty.
Benito Se.

Atty. Mariano Baranda Jr., succeeded Dean de Vera, followed by Atty.

Jesus Roberto Bernabe (cum laude, UST). At present, Atty. Ian Ll. Macasinag, (cum
laude, AUL), BC Legal Counsel, is the Dean of the College of Law.

The BC College of Law made history when, in 2003, Atty. Jose C. Evan
placed 10th in the Bar examinations, a first among Law schools in the Bicol Region
until 2012.

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 The Criminology program was opened in 1969, with Atty. German M.
Marantal, formerly deputy regional commander on police matters for Region V,
as Dean. It has since become what many refer to as the “flag carrier of Bicol
College,” the premier Criminology school in Region V. It has produced many
topnotchers in the Criminology Board examinations nationwide.
On November 11, 1988, the Bicol College offered the Doctoral program
leading to the degree of Doctor of Education (EdD), major in Educational
Administration. It was issued DECS Recognition No. 031 on July 17, 1991.

Master in Management (MM) was extended Government Recognition on

July 4, 1994 (R-H-005 s. 1994).

PhD, major in Human Resource Management, was offered in November, 1997

when CHED issued Temporary Permit No. 150, dated September 11, 1997, and
renewed yearly thereafter. On January 10, 2000, the program was granted
Government Recognition (GR No. 028, s. 2000).

In August 2003, Nestor B. Belga placed No. 1, overall. Earlier, Sulpicio

Salle, landed 3rd; Roberto Llamera, 6th; Christopher Aduviso, 8th; and Joel
Zubeldia, 9th.

At that time, the head of the BC Graduate School was Dr. Manuela M.
Magdamit, a retired DepEd ROV official. She was followed by Dr. Josefino A.
Rito, who was later succeeded by Dr. Epifanio B. Buela, a retired schools division
superintendent of Legazpi City and Catanduanes; succeeded by Dr. Victor M.
Belgica. The present Dean at BC Graduate School is Dr. Jean C. Dela Torre, CPA, a
retired dean of DWCL and later dean in the Graduate School and College of
Business Administration UST-Legazpi.

More programs were added with the passing of the years: MSCrim, BEEd,
BSEd, AB, Business Administration, Computer Science, Nursing, Hospitality
Management, Travel Management, Bachelor of Library in Information Science,
Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program in
Criminology, Entrepreneurship, and several short-term TESDA courses. Now in
process for GR is BS Midwifery.

Government Permit (No. 18), dated 5, June 2013, had been issued for
Accountancy, which is in popular demand. Atty. Wilfredo Busalla, CPA, is the
dean.

Bicol College, Inc. has also been issued CHED Permit Nos. 001 and 002 to
offer Special Review Programs in Education and Criminology. The Permit
numbers prove that ours is the first school in the Philippines to be issued CHED
authority to conduct review classes in the two programs.

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 The institutions is now well known as Bicol College, when the Board
decided to drop the S on July 14, 1995. The change was made official with the
approval of the amendment of the school’s Articles of Incorporation by the
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on November 6, 2006.

The history of Bicol College, Inc. has somewhat changed quite recently
with the absorption of Juban Institution, in Tughan, Sorsogon, as its branch,
effective December 5, 2012, by virtue of DepEd Order No. 11, s. 2011, dated
February 4, 2011, signed by Bro. Armin A. Luistro, FSC, Secretary of Education.

Embracing the full implementation of the K to 12 Program or the Enhanced

Basic Education Act of 2013 by Department of Education (DepEd), Bicol College,
Inc. offered Senior High School Program in SY 2016-2017 with two tracts:
Academic and Tech-Voc Track: a) Home Economics (Bread and Pastry Production
NC II, Bartending NC II, Food and Beverages Service NC II, Housekeeping NC II
and Caregiving b) Information and Communication Technology (Computer
Hardware Servicing). In academic tract, students can choose from the following
strands: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), Humanities
and Social Sciences (HUMSS), General Academic Strand (GAS) while the
Technical-Vocational Livelihood (TVL) Tract, the field is along Home Economics.
To make education more accessible to all, in SY 2018 -2019, the school offers free
SHS through DepEd Voucher Program.

Plaques of recognition are awarded annually to Outstanding Bicol College,

Inc. alumni who have made exemplary achievements in the respective fields,
significant contributions to society and for their accomplishments that have
brought credit and prestige to their Alma Mater.

Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship has been issued CHED permit

with Government Recognition No. 04 series 2014. Bicol College, Inc. is a proud
member of PACUCOA, Inc. with 13 accredited programs. PACUCOA is an
accrediting organization that is governed by high standards of excellence, ISO
Certified 9001-2008, a full member of International Network for Quality
Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE), and an affiliate member a
Federation of Accrediting Agencies of the Philippines (FAAP). Bicol College, Inc.
has received its award twice already as the “College with the fifth highest number
of accredited programs in the country.” Needless to say, it is now seriously
determined to put in Education and Bachelor of Elementary and Secondary
Education and Bachelor of Science in Criminology place the primary requirements
for Level III accreditations for some of its key programs.

There are several private institutions in Albay which, no doubt, are also
built along the same foundation as the old Albay Institute. Bicol College, Inc. can
proudly claim that it has pioneered education in Albay. In it are reposed the

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anguish, pains and scarifies - and the glories, too – the beacons that light the trail
for others to follow.

(As written by Dr. Pedro M. Marcellana Jr. and Dr. Leah M. Marcellana)

VISION STATEMENT

Bicol College, Inc. envisions to be a university offering affordable

education geared towards academic excellence, leadership and social
responsibility for the empowerment of the individual in a changing world.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Bicol College, Inc. is to provide necessary support to excel

in research, instruction and community outreach to produce competitive
graduates with strong social commitment.

GOALS
1. Pursue a research culture in the curricular and instructional programs.
2. Adhere to a set of core values among the students and the school community.
3. Aim to be a leader in the various professions by becoming centers of
development and excellence.
4. Strengthen community involvement and extension services.

III. RIGHTS AND DUTIES OF STUDENTS

Rights of a Student. Subject to the limitations prescribed by law and the school
policies, rules and regulations, the rights of a student of a private school should
be:

a. To receive proper and satisfactory instruction in the course he/she is enrolled,

in accordance with the approved educational objectives and standards of the
school;

b. To be respected in his/her rights and to be reasonably and fairly treated as a

student and as a person consistent with human dignity;

c. To form, join or lead in such student organizations or associations as may be

recognized or authorized to operate by the College;

d. To avail of the use of school facilities for this curricular as well as co-curricular
activities as maybe authorized by the College

e. To be formally appraised of any complaint against him/her, to be heard by

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 himself/herself and counsel, to present evidence for his/her defense, to
confront and cross-examine witnesses, to be informed of the decision on
his/her case and to appeal the decision to proper authorities when
appropriate;

f. To be entitled to redress of grievances against any wrong or injustice

committed against him/her by any member of the academic community in
accordance with the defined claimed of authority therein; and

g. To elevate the statement of grievance to the Office of Student Affair (OSA).

Duties of a Student. Subject to the limitations prescribed by law and the college policies
and regulations, the duties of a student of Bicol College, Inc. shall be:

a. To obey and observe all laws and prescribed school rules and regulations
such as:
b. To respect the right of their fellow students, the faculty and the school
administration.
c. To respect proper authority whether governmental or institutional.
d. To uphold the aims, ideals and integrity of Bicol College, Inc.
e. To abide by, comply with, and maintain the prescribed academic
standards
of the school.
f. To conduct himself/herself in a proper and approachable manner in his
relations and dealings with all members of the community.
g. To observe the accepted principles of proper decorum and good behavior
inside and outside the classroom or school campus.
h. To settle his financial and property obligations to the school, and
i. To observe orderliness and cleanliness.

IV. ACADEMIC POLICIES AND OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 1

A. GENERAL ADMISSION & RETENTION POLICY

Admission is granted with the definite understanding that the student and
his parent/guardian are agreeable to the Rules and Regulations of the College,
as well as to its scholastic standards. The College does not admit students into
its roll with FAILING MARKS. It also reserves the right to refuse admission to
any student who has been dismissed for cause from other schools, public or
private. Admission in Bicol College, Inc. is a privileged.

B. UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM

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 Bicol College, Inc. is committed to provide relevant and meaningful
education that is easily within the reach of its students especially the
working class and the less privileged. The College follows an open
admission based on the following qualifications

a. FRESHMEN APPLICANTS

1. Fill out the Undergraduate Application Form.

The application form may be secured from the Office of The
Registrar.

2. Submit the required documents. Only applications with correct and

complete information will be processed.
a. High school graduates must submit a photocopy of their 12 th
grade school report card.
b. Two (2) identical passport photographs
c. Original copy of Birth Certificate issued by the Philippine
Statistics Authority (PSA)

3. Pay the non-refundable Admission Processing Fee of Php200.00 at the

Cashier’s Office.
Applicants with General Weighted Average of 85% and above may not
take the BC CAT 1 but will undergo interview. (in the event that the applicant
fails in the interview he/she will be required to take the BC CAT 1).

4. Proceed to the Office of Guidance/ Testing Center and present the

Official Receipt and secure the Test Permit. The entrance exam
schedule will depend on the earliest testing date available upon
submission of requirements.

5. Take the exam on the scheduled date. All applicants must present the
Test Permit on the date of examination.

6. Results will be posted in the bulletin board outside the Testing Center
and status letters will be mailed to the student applicant.

7. Only students who pass the Bicol College, Inc. Admission Test (BCAT)
shall be admitted to the program with licensure examination;

8. Part of the Admission Test is an English Proficiency test wherein a

student should have a grade not lower than 85%. Those who fail to
meet the said requirement shall undergo an English Bridging
Program or English Plus course to be administered by the Department
of the College of Education.

9. The initial step is the recruitment and conduct of career counseling to

prospective students. This shall involve the conduct of visits to

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 secondary schools particularly in the Province of Albay a month or two
before the end of every school year.

10. Admission to the BS Accountancy program of Bicol College, Inc. shall

be restricted to students who can demonstrate a high probability of
success in the study of accounting. Applicants shall take the Bicol
College, Inc. Admission Test and undergo interview by Dean of the
Accountancy Department.

TRANSFER APPLICANTS*

PROCEDURE

1. Submit a complete copy of the Official Transcript of Records (OTR)

with previous school’s grading system to the Office of the Registrar/
Admissions for evaluation.

2. If qualified, fill out the Undergraduate Application Form.

3. Submit the completed Transferee Application Form with all the

required documents:
a. Copy of the Official Transcript of Records (OTR)
b. Two (2) identical colored passport photographs
c. Original copy of the birth certificate issued by the
Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
d. Certificate of Good Moral Character

4. Pay the non-refundable Admission Processing Fee of PhP200.00

5. Present the Official Receipt to the Office of Admissions/Testing center

and Test Permit.
6. Take the exam on the scheduled date. All applicants must present the
Test Permit on the date of examination.

7. Results will be posted in the bulletin board outside the Testing Center
and status letters will be mailed to the student applicant.

CROSS-ENROLLEES

Cross enrollees from other colleges or universities are allowed to enroll

at Bicol College, Inc. for a period of one (1) semester provided that he/she
presents a valid permit granted by the school where he/she is presently
enrolled.

 After completing the requirements, a cross-enrollee follows the

same enrollment procedures for old students;

 Payment of tuition fee should be based and done in the Bicol

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 College, Inc.

 Cross-enrollees are subject to all the policies imposed by the Bicol

College, Inc. including all mandatory fees, wearing of ID and
disciplinary rules and regulations. For uniform requirement, secure
permit for exemption from the Office of Student Affairs (OSA).

 A cross-enrollee who desires to remain beyond one school

semester shall file a regular application for registration as
transferee.

b. ADMISSION IN THE COLLEGE OF LAW

Persons desiring admission to become candidates of Legal

Education Board for the degree of Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) must be a
graduate of any Bachelor’s degree and must have earned eighteen (18)
units of English, six (6) units of Mathematics, and eighteen (18) units of
Social Science subjects based on CHED Memorandum Order No. 46 series of
1996.

c. ADMISSION TO THE GRADUATE STUDIES

1. MASTER'S PROGRAM

Admission to Master’s program only those students who

graduated in the baccalaureate degree program with at least an average
rating of 85% in the entire course shall be considered eligible.
However, by way of exception, students with a lower general
average than the prescribed admission qualifications may initially be
admitted to the non-degree program and after satisfactory compliance
with prescribed admission criteria may formally be admitted to the degree
program upon recommendation of the admissions committee and
approval by the Dean.

A graduate student enrolling in a specific field of study must have

the training in their filed in his undergraduate course or must have an
undergraduate orientation of at least 18 units or its equivalent in the same
discipline.

BS Criminology, BS in Public Safety, Law (LLB) and graduate of

related courses are qualified for admission to the Master of Science in
Criminology course: However, graduates of any other course who may
wish to pursue MS Criminology shall be required to complete first at least
18 units of the professional/BS Criminology subjects in order to qualify.

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 2. DOCTORAL PROGRAM

Admission into the Doctoral program, is only for students who are
holders of Master’s degree (with Thesis) with original Transcript of
Records with Special Order from Private HEIs and Board Resolution’s
from Government Schools.

Graduates of Master’s Degree (Non Thesis) are required to take

and pass the comprehensive examination before enrolling in thesis writing
so as they can enroll into the Doctoral Program.

In certain specific fields of concentration, graduate students should

have had the proper and corresponding undergraduate academic
background or 12 units in the same undergraduate or graduate level
before admission to the degree program.
Graduate students who have finished a baccalaureate degree shall
not be required to fulfill any additional undergraduate requirements
enforced after graduation from college.

ADMISSION OF STUDENTS ENJOYING EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS

The College also accommodates State regulated benefits:

1. Philippine Veterans administration beneficiaries under Republic Act

No. 65 are eligible for admission upon presentation of their eligibility certificate issued by
the Philippine Veterans Board, provided they meet the requirements for admission;

2. Grantees of educational benefits or scholarship from the

Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and other duly
constituted grantors.

3. DOLE Scholarship

4. OWWA Scholarship

 The payment of tuition fees of students enjoying the above-mentioned benefits is

governed by law. These students, however, are required to pay all other mandatory fees
aside from the partial discount of tuition fees.

ADMISSION OF NON-HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES with EQUIVALENCY

PEP/NFE CERTIFICATES

Students who did not graduate from high school but would still like to
obtain a college degree can take the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT)
given by the National Educational Testing and Research Center. Once certified as

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 having met the requirements for Fourth Year High School, the Certificate of
Rating can take the place of the high school F-138/ Report Card. (Reference: CMO
01 s.2006).

RE-ADMISSION OF OLD STUDENTS

An old student may not be admitted to the College if (1) he/she has been
or is academically disqualified; (2) he/she has been or is disqualified for violations of
rules and regulations; and (3) his/her Official Transcript of Records or Form 137 has
not been received by the Registrar’s Office within one semester after has not been
received by the Registrar’s Office within one semester after having been admitted to
Bicol College, Inc.
A student is academically disqualified if he/she fails to pass seventy
percent (70%) of his/her registered units the previous semester. The seventy percent
shall be computed on the basis of the number of registered units and not on the
number of units completed.
However, if they actually pass at least 50% of the enrolled units, they may be
re- admitted for enrollment and be placed on probation, upon the recommendation of
the respective Dean or Head.

RE-ADMISSION OF RETURNING STUDENTS

A returnee is a former Bicol College, Inc. student who temporarily

left the institution for whatever reason.

a. Returning students shall be subject to the Retention Policy of the Bicol

College, Inc. An old student may not be admitted to the College if (1)
he/she has been academically disqualified; (2) he/she has been
disqualified for violations of rules and regulations; and (3) his/her
Official Transcript of Records or Form 137 if not received by the
Registrar’s Office within one semester after admission to Bicol College,
Inc.

b. Students who do not qualify for admission but want to continue

his/her studies must repeat all the freshmen subjects. A student is
academically disqualified if he/she fails to pass seventy percent (70%) of
his/her registered units the previous semester. He/she may be re-
admitted for enrollment and be placed on probation, upon the
recommendation of the respective Dean or Head.

c. Students whose curriculum has already expired must be evaluated

using the existing and effective curriculum at the time of return.

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ADMISSION POLICIES TO THE FOREIGN STUDENTS
The general admission requirements for student-applicant from other nations in the Bicol College,

Inc. shall submit the following:

Original Transcript of Records (OTR)

1.
Personal Data Form
2.
Affidavit of Support
3.
Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR)
4.
Results of Test on English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or Certification of Proficiency
5.
in English from an accredited English Professor

approved study permit from CHED

6.
Students from other countries who have graduated from high school may be admitted to

freshmen courses in Bicol College, Inc. provided they met the following specific requirements:

1. Certification of completion of a secondary curriculum where the applicant had his/her

secondary education.

2. Certification of proficiency in English based on the TOEFL score (for non-native speakers

of English/ Certification of proficiency in English from an accredited Professor in

English.

3. Qualifying BCCAT score and interview rating.

REGISTRATION
Qualified applicants for admission should register within the period of registration.

Registration includes filling out the prescribed forms and paying the required fees.

Students enrolled during the preceding semester including summer class are re-enrolled upon the

presentation of their clearances duly signed by the Dean and school officials concerned.

No student shall be accepted for enrollment in any subject after the last day of late registration in

the College.

A penalty of 50 pesos per day shall be imposed for late enrollees.

A student must be officially enrolled in order for their courses to be credited.

EXPANDED TERTIARY EDUCATION EQUIVALENCY AND

ACCREDITATION PROGRAM (ETEEAP) FOR BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN
CRIMINOLOGY PROGRAM

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Personal Data Sheet (PDS)

2. Appointment

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 3. Service Records (not less than 5 years in the service)
4. Eligibilities
5. Official Transcript of Records/ Diploma
6. Schooling/ Training/ Seminars Attended
7. Awards/ Commendation
8. Letter of Intent
9. Original Birth Certificate issued by Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
10. 2pcs. 2x2 colored passport pictures

B. ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS

a. FRESHMEN
 Bicol College, Inc. College Admission Test (BC CAT) Result.
 High School Card-Form 138 (original and photocopy)
 Certificate of Good Moral Character issued by the principal of school
last attended
 Original Birth Certificate issued by Philippine Statistics Authority
(PSA)
 Latest colored picture (2copies, passport size)
 Original Marriage Certificate (for female married students) issued by
Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
 Medical Certificate issued by any government health agency
 Specifically for College of Criminal Justice Education, Hospitality
Management and Nursing/Midwifery students- with Hepatitis
screening
o Data Privacy Statement (see Annex __)

b. TRANSFEREES

 Bicol College, Inc. College Admission Test (BC CAT) Result.

 Official Transcript of Records or Certified True Copy of Grades
(original )
 Certificate of Transfer Credentials (original and photocopy)
 Certificate of Good Moral Character from the last school attended
(original and photocopy)
 Latest colored pictures (2 copies passport size)
o Original Birth Certificate issued by Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)
o Original Marriage Contract (for female married students) issued by
Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)

c. GRADUATE STUDENTS

 Original Transcript of Records (original must be signed by the

Registrar and with school seal)

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  Certificate of Transfer Credentials (original and photocopy)
 Original Marriage Contract for female students issued by Philippine
Statistics Authority (PSA)
 An applicant in the master’s /doctoral program shall present the
OTR from the school last attended.

d. SECOND UNDERGRADUATE COURSE ENROLLEES

Students who are degree holders and want to pursue another

course at Bicol College, Inc. are also welcome. They are required to present
their Official Transcript of Records to the Dean for evaluation and advice.
As incoming new student, they are required to take the BC CAT.
Exempted from this policy are the college graduates of Bicol College, Inc.

SECTION 2

REGISTRATION AND ENROLLMENT

The enrollment of students in Bicol College, Inc. shall be conducted during the
registration days indicated in the school calendar and disseminated to the students
beforehand. Once admitted, students enjoy the right to enroll until graduation. Therefore,
except in cases of academic deficiency, violation of school rules and regulations and failure
to pay school fees, the student who qualifies for enrollment is qualified to stay for the
entire period in which he/ she is expected to complete the course in College, without
prejudice to his/her right to transfer to other schools within the prescribed period.

A. ENROLLMENT POLICIES:

1. A student is considered officially enrolled only after complying

with the following:

a. Submitted all required admission credentials

b. Paid a minimum amount of 3,000 pesos as initial payment
c. Authorized to attend once classes have started (evidenced by his/her name
appearing in the official class list issued by the registrar’s office for the semester).

2. Aside from the specified registration period, a student may be allowed to

enroll upon the approval of the Executive Vice President as late enrollee
but shall in no case exceed two (2) weeks after the opening of classes.

3. The institution adheres to Article III, Section 36 paragraph C of Republic

Act 9165 (Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002) which requires
schools to implement random drug testing among secondary and tertiary level
students.
Policies and guidelines for random drug testing:
1. The Office of Student Affairs shall issue a consent slip to all students
officially enrolled in Bicol College, Inc. to be signed by the parent/guardian.

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 2. The school clinic through its school physician shall request /coordinate
assistance from the concerned government agencies for proper disposition.
3. The subject of the drug testing shall be informed on the day of examination.
4. The drug testing shall be conducted at the school clinic in the presence of
the Subject, the Dean/ Program Chair, Dean of the OSA and School Physician.
5. All expenses of the said examination shall be incurred by the Government
as provided under Article III, Section 36 paragraph C of Republic Act 9165
(Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002).
6. The result of the Drug Testing shall be confided only to the
Parent/Guardian and School Authorities.
7. If the Subject is found guilty, the Institution shall apply all available
remedies to address the problem.
8. Disclosure of the result of any of the above-mentioned authorities shall
mean sanctions by the Institution.

B. REGULAR ACADEMIC LOAD

Regular Academic Load refers to the number and sequence of subjects

based on the official curriculum.

 The academic load for the semester will depend on the required units per
respective curricular program.

 All pre-requisite courses must be completed prior to enrolling the particular

requisite course in the next semester/year level. Course taken ahead of the pre-requisite
will not be credited.

 Concerned Dean/Program Chair is the principal adviser for the academic

matters particularly during enrolment.

 Any faculty member may assist students having difficulty in their

academic performance in close coordination with the concerned
Department Deans/ Program Chairs, Guidance Office and Dean of
Student Affairs.

IRREGULAR STUDENTS

Irregular students refer to those students who were not able to follow the
curricular offering due to the following:
a. Transferees
b. Working students
c. Student assistants
d. Drop-outs
e. Returnees
f. Second courser
g. Shifters
h. With failing grades

 Students are not permitted to take course/s in advance in their curricular

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 program. They need to follow the sequence of courses in the said program
to meet the requirements of their field of specialization.

 A student in his last term may be allowed additional load of

six units in excess of the regular load indicated in the curriculum.
(CHED Memo No.____)
C. CROSS-ENROLLMENT

As a rule, cross-enrollment is discouraged and shall be subject to the

institutional policies, rules and regulations (Sec. 93, of the 2008 MORPHE).
However, for valid reasons, students may be allowed to cross-enroll by the
institution under the following conditions and guidelines:

1. Graduating students may be allowed to cross-enroll a maximum of six units

provided that it is not a major course not offered at Bicol College, Inc.

2. The description of the course to be taken in another accredited College is similar

to that of Bicol College, Inc.

3. A Permit to Cross-Enroll Form is issued by the Registrar’s Office to be noted by

the concerned Department Deans/Program Chairs.

4. Cross-enrollment Form is returned to the Office of the Registrar for endorsement

to the Vice-President for Academic Affairs for approval.

D. PETITIONED SUBJECTS (TUTORIAL/SPECIAL CLASSES)

The reasons for granting request to open petitioned courses are the
following:

a. There are still enrollees for the closed courses.

b. There are still students who are taking courses but no longer offered
because of change in the curriculum.

c. Major courses cannot be cross-enrolled in other schools as a

matter of academic policy.

d. Petitioned courses can be opened only if there is a minimum of eight enrollees

except on case to case basis.

PROCEDURES:

a. Concerned students must submit a petition letter endorsed by the

Department Dean/Program Chair and addressed to the President thru the Registrar for
approval. The Petition will not be processed unless all the signatures needed for its
approval are present.

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 b. The student’s failure to affix his/her signature would mean non-
inclusion in the petition.

c. After the petition is approved, the same shall be forwarded to the

Registrar for signature, after which, the petitioned courses shall be
forwarded to the Treasurer’s Office for proper assessment. The Office
of the Registrar will provide the section and room for every petitioned
course before it is encoded.

E. LOAD REVISIONS

1. Changing, dropping or adding of courses after enrollment is allowed only

for valid reasons, which include changes in schedules of courses resulting in
conflicts, opening of petitioned courses, failure in pre requisite courses and
other similar reasons.

2. A student who officially drops the course due to justifiable reasons before
the midterm examination shall be given a corresponding grade. This is not
considered a failing grade.

3. A student who took the preliminary exams and subsequently drops

unofficially will be given a failing grade.

4. A student who unofficially drops the course shall be given a failing grade.

5. A student is not allowed to drop a course after he/she has exceeded the
allowable number of absences. A failing grade due to excess absences is
given.

This procedure is only permitted during the first two (2) weeks of the semester
and 1st week of the summer term with corresponding percentages of refund for
dropping as follows:

(a) 75% if dropping is done on the first week of classes,

(b) 50% if dropping on the second week of classes;
(c) no refund if dropping after the second week of classes

(Ref: CHED Manual of Regulations for Private Higher Education, MORPHE, 2008)

PROCEDURE:

1. Student secures and fills out a Permission Form from the Registrar’s
Office; a fee is paid at the Cashier.

2. Permit for Changing/Adding or Dropping of Subjects Form is issued

upon presentation of the O.R. and duly accomplished Permission Form
at the Registrar’s Office.

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 3. Permit for Changing/Adding or Dropping of Subjects Form is signed
by the professor and approved by the Dean / Program Chair. This form is
to be submitted to the Registrar’s Office for final approval and recording.

F. VOLUNTARY WITHDRAWAL from BICOL COLLEGE, INC.

As a general rule, “ a student who withdraws voluntarily from

Bicol College, Inc. within two (2) weeks after the opening of classes and
has already paid the pertinent tuition and other school fees in full or for
any length longer than one month, may be charged twenty-five percent
(25%) of the total amount due for the school terms, if he withdraws within
the first week of classes; or fifty percent (50%) if filed within the second
week of classes, regardless of whether or not he has actually attended
classes.” (MORPHE, 2008, p. 58).

PROCEDURE FOR VOLUNTARY WITHDRAWAL DURING THE

SEMESTER:

1. A formal written advice addressed to the Executive Vice President, noted

by the parent or guardian of the student, is to be submitted to the Registrar
indicating the reason for withdrawal from Bicol College, Inc. The student
must proceed to the Guidance Office for exit interview.

2. Upon approval by the EVP, the student is issued a Clearance Form by

the Registrar’s Office to be approved and signed by the concerned Dean,
Program Chair, Librarian, Cashier, Dean of Office of Student Affairs and
the Registrar.

3. A clearance fee for processing of the Transfer Credentials must be paid

at the Cashier's Office.

4. A duly signed Clearance Form is returned to the Registrar’s Office for

recording.

G. COMPLETION OF GRADE

Students who are given an INC (Incomplete) grade are given three (3)
months to complete and file completion of grade. An INC grade means that
the class standing is passing but student has failed to complete the course
requirements for a justifiable reason. If however, a student who fails to comply
with the requirements, he/she shall be given a NO GRADE CREDIT (NGC) in
the course.

Non-completion will mean that the student will re-enroll in the subject,
and the grade of No Grade Credit (NGC) will remain in his/her official
transcript of records.

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 PROCEDURE:
1. Student secures and fills out a Permission Form from the Registrar’s
Office.
2. The said form must be signed by the concerned faculty.

3. A fee of seventy-five pesos shall be paid at the Cashier.

4. The Official receipt and duly accomplished Permission Form shall be

presented to the Registrar’s Office to secure a Report for Completion Form.

5. The Completion Form, duly accomplished and signed by the professor,

and approved by the Dean / Program Head shall be submitted to the
Registrar’s Office for encoding and recording.

H. SHIFTING OF PROGRAM

Students are allowed to change their program provided that it is approved

by the Dean/Program Chair and noted by the Registrar’s Office. For purposes
of evaluation, application to shift program should be filed at least two weeks
before enrollment.

PROCEDURE:

1. A written request addressed to the Dean/Program Chair of the present

program noted by the parent or guardian of the student. The written
request duly noted by the Dean/ Program Chair shall be submitted
to the Registrar’s Office.

2. The Registrar’s Office issues a Change of Program Form which shall be

submitted to the Department /Program where the student wishes to
transfer.

3. The student complies with the Department/Program admission process.

4. The new Department/ Program, accepts and signs the Change of

Program Form.

5. The duly signed form is submitted to the Registrar’s Office for encoding
of the student’s new program.

I. DISCONTINUANCE OF STUDIES

Discontinuance of studies may be caused by the following:

1. Voluntary petition by the student for the issuance of Certificate of

Eligibility to Transfer issued by the Office of the Registrar.

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 2. An order of dismissal from the President of Bicol College,
Inc. upon recommendation of the grievance committee as specified in
the General Guidelines and Policies contained herein.

A certificate of Transfer credentials should be requested from the Office of

the Registrar when circumstances render such a step necessary.

J. LEAVE OF ABSENCE (LOA):

Students who plan not to enroll for the succeeding semester for the
following reasons: financial constraint, transfer of residence, health problems
and other fortuitous events, must apply for Leave of Absence. Procedure
follows:

 Accomplish Student Leave of Absence form from Registrar Office

 Obtain approval from the Dean/Program Head

K. TRANSFER TO OTHER SCHOOLS:

Students who intend to transfer to other schools should follow these

procedures:

 Secure application Form at the Registrar Office.

 After securing the application form, proceed to the Guidance Office for
exit interview.
 Secure a clearance form from the Registrar’s Office.
 Upon compliance of the clearance form, pay the corresponding fees for
Certificate of Transfer and Certificate of Grades at the Cashier’s Office.
 Submit to the Registrar’s Office the duly accomplished clearance form
together with the official receipt of payment and one 2x2 colored
picture with white background.
 Documents for transfer will be mailed to the requesting school.

SECTION 3

A. RETENTION POLICY

The retention policy of Bicol College, Inc. assures that students who
continue their studies meet the standards and criteria as set by different
programs where they are enrolled.

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  Sophomores enrolled in board programs shall take the BC CAT II
Qualifying Examination during the second semester per retention
policy in order to continue their program.
 Qualifying Examination Fee of 200 pesos shall be paid at the Cashier’s
Office.
 The GWA of the students shall be requested by the Deans from the
Registrar’s Office.

RETENTION POLICY
1. Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA)

During the program implementation on its first year, maximum of 40

students shall be admitted for every course. The BSA student shall be given with a
Comprehensive Examination before their enrollment on their second year while a
Mock Examination shall be conducted before their admission of their 4 th year in
the program where the size is anticipated to diminish in view of the restrictive
retention policy to be adopted by the College. Failure to pass the Mock
Examination the student shall be advised to shift to Bachelor of Science in
Accounting Information System (BSAIS) program or to any program of their
choice of interest.
To ensure quality academic performance of BSA students, the following specific
retention rules shall be followed:

 After completing the courses for the first and second semester of first
year, freshmen and transferees should pass the Comprehensive
Examination to be administered before they can be admitted to the
second year of the program.

 Shifters and transferees should not have incurred failing grades. The
students must have a GWA of 85%, and should pass the qualifying
examination and interview by the Dean of the Department or its duly
authorized representative.

 The students should pass the Mock Examination to be retained, and

shall have no grades lower than 83% in accounting, taxation, and
business law courses.

2. Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS)

 The sophomores enrolled in the BLIS Program shall take the BC CAT II
qualifying examination during the 2nd semester of their second year if their
general weighted average (GWA) is 83% and above in order to continue
their chosen program. However, those with a grade lower than 83% shall shift
or transfer to a non-board program.

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 Shifters and transferees should not have incurred failing grades, must have a
general weighted average of 83% or above and should pass the qualifying
examination and interview by the Dean / Program Chair of the Department or
its duly authorized representative.

3. Bachelor of Science in Criminology (BSCrim)

A. Section 1 BC CAT II – All SECOND YEAR STUDENTS enrolled in the College

of Criminal Justice Education have to take the BC CAT II during the second
semester of their second year. All professional subjects taken from first year to
second year shall be the coverage of the said exam.
A.1 If the students' general weighted average (GWA) is 84% and below, they shall
be required to take BC CAT II; in order for them to continue in their program. The
students will be exempted from taking the same, provided her/his GWA is 85%
and above.
A.2 The computation of GWA shall cover the 1st three semesters.
A.3 There should be no rounding off of the GWA.

B. The examination shall be conducted by the DEAN or the PROGRAM CHAIR to

be assisted by the YEAR ADVISER. The examination shall be given on the 2 nd
week of March.
B.1. Failure to take the said examination without any valid reason shall be
deemed as a waiver on the part of the student. The said student is automatically
considered FAILED and will be required to enroll in the remedial class.
B.2. A student with valid reason shall present necessary documents to
justify his/her absence before taking the said exam.
B.3. The result shall be evaluated within fifteen (15) school days after the
examination, and will be posted there after.

C. The examinees should have a score of at least 70% of the given number of test
questions in order to be exempted in taking the remedial class.

Section 2 REMEDIAL CLASS

Shall be taken by those students who did not pass the BC CAT II and are
required to enroll the remedial class on summer. The class shall cover all
professional subjects from first year to second year.

SECTION 3 REMEDIAL EXAM

The DEAN or the PROGRAM CHAIR of CCJE shall conduct a remedial
examination after the remedial class.

A. The 50% of the grade shall be based from the academic performance of the
student given by the professors during Remedial Class and the other 50% from
the result of the remedial examination.

B. If the student satisfactorily complied with the preceding section, he/she

will be given the privilege to continue and take all the required subjects in the
third year curriculum.

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 C. If the student failed, he/she will be de-loaded three (3) professional
subjects in the third year curriculum.

D. The de- loading of subject shall continue until he/she is able to pass the BC
CAT II.

SECTION 4 COURSE AUDIT

A. All 4th year CCJE students shall enroll in course audit during the 1 st
semester of 4th year curriculum.

B. The course audit examination shall cover all professional subjects from
first year to fourth year.

C. Lecture and examination shall be conducted by the professor concerned.

D. The instructor/ professor concerned shall submit at least 100 items test
questions to the CCJE DEAN/ PROGRAM CHAIR.

E. The academic evaluation is a PERCENTAGE BASED grading system. The

passing score is 75%.

E.1. RESULT OF THE COURSE AUDIT

The students who have passed the course audit shall be exempted
from taking the Course Enhancement.

GRADE

75 – Above Students who passed the course audit examination are

still encouraged to attend the Course Enhancement in
preparation for the COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION

35 – 74 Subject for Course Enhancement. (Probationary Status) or

with a remark of In Process (IP).

34 – below Students who failed must repeat the subject.

SECTION 5 COURSE ENHANCEMENT

The course enhancement shall be taken by those students under

probationary status.

A. The students who met the criteria are advised to take the enhancement
course.

B. The students shall meet all the criteria under this course.

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 C The academic evaluation is a PERCENTAGE BASED grading system.
The passing score is 75%.

D. The students who passed the enhancement course shall be included in

the tentative list of candidates for graduation.

D. The students who failed the enhancement course shall retake the course audit
on the next succeeding term.

4. College of Teacher Education

SECTION 4

A. CLASS SCHEDULE

 The Registrar’s Office, in consultation with the different Deans/

Program Chairs prepares the official schedule of classes. This is posted
on the bulletin board(s) accessible for the students to consult as they
prepare their individual schedule for the semester. It is imperative that
before enrolling, a student MUST have a copy of the curriculum for
this program and must adhere strictly to the prerequisites and the
course sequence.

 Free copies of the different curricular programs are available in the

Office of the Registrar and in the respective Dean’s Office.

 The normal schedule for a three-unit lecture class is three hours while a
one unit laboratory class requires three hours a week. However, for the
College of Computer Studies, major courses require three hours lecture
and two hours laboratory in a week. For the College of Nursing and
Midwifery, computer course has two hours lecture and three hours
laboratory.
 Classes with three unit credit are ordinarily scheduled one hour per
meeting or three hours a week for MWF or one and a half hours per
meeting for TTh.

B. CLASS ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCES

 The students are expected to attend classes regularly and promptly

starting with the first day of classes.
 As per CHED regulations, absences should not exceed 20% of the
equivalent number of class hours and laboratory periods per
semester/summer class otherwise; he shall be given a FAILING
MARK. A student who receives more than two FAILING MARKS shall
be subject for evaluation by the Dean/Program Chair with regards to

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 his/her academic status prior to his/her enrollment for the next
semester.
 Classes missed due to late enrollment is counted as absent.
 The student is considered absent if he/she is officially enrolled but
does not attend his/her classes.
 The student is considered late for class if he/she comes in fifteen
minute after the scheduled start of classes and marked absent after
thirty (30) minutes. If the instructor is absent, one student from the
class should take the attendance and submit the record of attendance
for the day to the Dean.
 The above-mentioned policies on allowable absences cover both
excused and unexcused absences. However, absence due to prolonged
illness may be given considerations by the professor upon approval by
the Dean. The student should present a copy of Medical Certificate
signed by the attending physicians. In case of death of any member of
the immediate family the student should present a copy of Death
Certificate.
 Absence from class does not excuse the student from any course
requirements, examinations or from any work assigned during the
absence. Make-up work or independent study may be given to the
student at the discretion of the professor.
 Approved absences are those for the participation in office functions of
the School and those approved by the School President as
recommended by the Dean of Student Affairs for official activities of
members of school organizations.

C. EXAMINATION

 The students are required to take all prescribed examinations

(Preliminary, Mid-Term and Final) as scheduled. Students who failed
to take the major examinations will only be given a special
examination with a fee of Php100.00/subject and after presenting a
written approval from the Dean within 1 week after the scheduled
major examination. Failure to do so, the student will receive a failing
mark for that particular examination.

Policies on Special Examination

A. A student who missed the regular schedule needs to apply for Special
Examination directly with their respective department Deans/Program
Chair by filling-out a Special Examination Form two (2 copies).
Application period is for three (3) school days immediately after the last
day of the regular examination schedule.

B. The student has to pay a special examination fee directly to the

Cashier’s Office.

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 C. The student proceeds to the concerned professor upon presentation of
the official receipt for the scheduling of special examination.

D. GRADING SYSTEM
1. The undergraduate grading system:

 The uniform grading system of Bicol College, Inc. is based in the quality of the
student’s performance. The academic performance of the student is graded at
the end of each semester/summer. Analysis of the academic performance
takes into consideration the recitation, activities, experiments, quizzes,
research, reports, reaction paper, major examinations and attendance which
generally are indicators of the mastery of a particular subject matter.

 Averaging grading system is applied in grading students, thus:

For 3rd year, 4th year, and 5th year students with research subject:

Class Participation - 25%

Project (Research Output, et. al) - 30%
Major Examination - 30%
Short/ Long Quiz - 15%
TOTAL - 100%
For 1st year, 2nd year and 3rd year students without research subject should follow
the old grading system below:
Class Participation - 35%
Project - 10%
Major Examination - 30%
Short/ Long Quiz - 25%
TOTAL - 100%

INCOMPLETE GRADE (INC) – for Final Rating

1. Should be given to students with NO PERMIT and be given 3 months to

complete.
2. Should be given to students who got sick, met an accident or other emergency
cases. A one year period is given to complete the INC rating upon the
presentation of medical certificate.

PASSED or FAILED

Should be given to students who didn’t complete the requirements of the

course.

Note: Students enrolled in BUSINESS PLAN but received an incomplete grade

(INC) should not be allowed to enroll in subject with thesis. They should first
COMPLETE their INCOMPLETE (INC) grade for then to enroll in subject with thesis.

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 2. The Graduate school should adopt the following as its grading system:

EdD/PHD MAED/MM/MIE/MSCRIM Scale

98-100 97-100 Excellent

95-97 93-96 Very Satisfactory

92-94 89-92 Satisfactory

89-91 85-88 Passed

Below 89 Below 85 No Credit

Grades lower than 89 for doctoral and lower than 85 for master’s in any subject earns
NO CREDIT. The student must repeat the subject.

A student whose average rating in either master’s or doctoral program is

lower than 90 shall not qualify for the degree. However, at the discretion of the
Dean, he/she may be allowed to continue towards a degree provided he takes an
additional 6 units in his program of studies and creditably pass the
comprehensive examination.

E. RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS

A candidate for either a master's or doctoral degree must establish at least

two consecutive semesters of academic residence to qualify for the degree in
Bicol College, Inc. The time devoted to thesis/dissertation writing is not
counted.

SECTION 5 – SCHOLARSHIP

 A student who has the highest rating / general average his / her
graduating class is considered the top follows by the second. A
certification from the high school principal is needed.

 Valedictorians and Salutatorians are entitled to the usual tuition fee

discounts for the entire school year, subject to certain conditions.

 Graduates of BCHS and Juban Institute are entitled to the 10% and 20%
tuition fee discounts, respectively, if they continue with their tertiary
education in Bicol College, Inc.

 Brothers/sisters are given a tuition discount of 5% for the 1 st, 10% for
the 2nd 15% for the third and 50% for the fourth.

 The bigger discounts shall be applied to those paying the lower fees.
LAW, MAED, MM, MSCRIM, PhD and EdD are exempted here. It is

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 understood that beneficiaries are under one and the same support
which shall be subject for verification.

 Children of BC personnel, teaching and non-teaching, shall be entitled

for 50% tuition discounts of those enrolled in the baccalaureate
program/course, except when such children are already married and
living as separate families from the employee concerned.

Teaching (full-time and part time) enjoys 25% and non-teaching personnel
who continue with their studies in Bicol College, Inc. are extended 50% tuition
discounts if enrolled in undergraduate and in masteral courses (MAED, MM and
MSCRIM), except LAW. In the doctoral courses (PhD and EdD), the tuition
discount extended is 20%.

 One brother/sister or the legitimate spouse of a BC employee shall

enjoy a 20% tuition discount if taking a baccalaureate course provided
they live in the same household or, in the first case is dependent in him
for support.

 Engr. Roque F. Tabuena Scholarship. Full 4-year tuition scholarship in

the College of Law who complete their undergraduate studies, CUM
LAUDE, MAGNA CUM LAUDE or SUMMA CUM LAUDE, under
certain conditions. (Please see the College of Law Secretary for details).

 Public school teachers who serve as cooperating teachers to BC off-

campus students shall be entitled to all honorarium, which shall be
given through their respective heads of school immediately after the
training.

 In addition to government scholarships in Bicol College, Inc. under

GASTPE, the College has other scholarships that may be availed of. BC
also participates in the Study-Now-Pay-Later, PVA and similar
scholarships program of the government and/or the private sector
such as:

 National Scholarship Program (NSP)

 Regional Scholarship Program (RSP)
 State Scholarship Program (SSP)
 Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF)-Cong. Bichara
 Albay Higher Education Contribution Scheme (AHECS) –
Governor Salceda
 Full-Merit Scholarship Program
 Tulong-Dunong (TD)
 Student Assistance Program
 SK Scholarship
 Ako Bikol Party List Scholarship Program
 Athletic Scholarship
 CHED Scholarship

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  TESDA Scholarship
 ROTC Band Scholarship
 Performing Arts Scholarship
 BC Chorale Scholarship

Students are encouraged to visit the Office of the Vice President for
information on what are the available scholarship and how to qualify, apply and
avail of the scholarship, grants and privileges.

SECTION 6 – GRADUATION

A. REQUIREMENT FOR GRADUATION

1. Only student who have successfully complete all course required in their
curriculum and have complied with the College of residency requirement
of at least one (1) curricular year are eligible for graduation.

 Settlement of all financial and property obligations with the College.

 A candidate for graduation shall file with the Office of the College Registrar
his/her application for graduation within the prescribed period;

 List of prospective candidates for graduation will be posted by the

Registrar’s office two (2) months before the schedule for graduation.
GRADUATION POLICY AND DEADLINES

As a general rule, application for graduation is filed with the Registrar’s

Office by students who expect to graduate by the end of the school year. Graduation
policy and requirements mandated by Bicol College, Inc. and the CHED

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Candidates for graduation are to check with the Registrar’s Office their
deficiencies ending 1st semester of the school year.

As a general rule…
No degree should be conferred upon a student unless he/she has
taken the last curriculum year of the program in the college, which is
to confer the degree.

2. If these deficiencies are not completed by 2nd semester of the school year,
the student becomes ineligible for graduation on the date specified in
the approved academic calendar of the college.

3. Candidates for graduation shall comply with all academic, non-

academic and other requirements imposed by the institution for
graduation.

This means…
 Obtaining passing grades in all subjects in the curriculum.

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  Compliance with the NSTP requirements.
 Successful defense of thesis.
 Submission of final bound copy of their thesis to Registrar’s Office.
(applicable to programs with thesis requirements)
 And completion of all admissions requirements – including the
submission of the Transcript of Records or F-137 from the school
last attended, NSO Certified Birth Certificate.
 Submission of accomplished “Application for Graduation” form on or
before the deadline.
 Submission of CLEARANCE not later than the date specified and
announced by the Registrar’s Office. (Before Final Exams of 2 nd
Semester).

4. Non-compliance of this requirement implies non-issuance of the

diploma and the Official Transcript of Records to the graduate.
 The student is not allowed to attend the graduation rites but can be
made to graduate the following semester without ceremony upon
completion of the requirements above; (October) or
 The student attends the next graduation ceremony the following
school year. (March)
 Confirmation of the final list of students who have complied with all
graduation requirements is issued by the Registrar on the date
specified,
 As a rule…
No official document (Official Transcript of Records / Diploma)
is released to any student who does not process and file his/her
graduation clearance at the Registrar’s Office.
 Privacy law – Authorization letter of documents cannot be taken
personally.

Policies on Academic Honors

A. Policy Guideline on Qualification for Academic Honors

The Candidate should have taken the normal load during the
relevant semesters.

A leave of Absence(LOA) and/or AW exceeding the maximum limit may

be considered if due to justifiable causes, e.g. grave illness, death in the
family, LOA's are covered by the Maximum Residency Rule (MRR) of the
college. The candidates should be able to present evidence for his/her
claim.

B. Policy Guideline on Disqualification for Academic Honors

Candidate with grades of 5.00 and AW beyond the maximum limit

are “disqualified” for Academic honors.

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 Records of grave misdemeanor, evidenced by a suspension by OSA
shall disqualify a candidate. Candidates may be subjected to
background investigation by the OSA.

B. Procedural Guidelines

1. Students need not apply for honors. After grade encoding, the Registrar's
Office will generate the list of the candidates for Latin Honors from the
computer system.
2. The list shall be forwarded to the Department Deans. The Deans shall convene
their respective Committee on Academic Honors to review the list for veracity
and completeness.
3. The confirmed list will be forwarded by the DEANS to the Registrar for
endorsement to the Vice-President for Academic Affairs & Executive Vice
President.
4. The Executive Vice-President and Vice-President for Academic Affairs shall
approve or disapprove the recipients of Latin Honors. This will be the basis of
informing the recipients of Latin Honors.

C. Guidelines on the Creation of a Committee on Academic Honors

1. Each Department shall create a Committee on academic Honors to be composed

of a Chairperson and at least two (2) members.
2. The Dean shall select the Chairperson and members of the Committee on
Academic Honors from the department’s pool of faculty.
3. The EVP & VPAA shall constitute a College Committee on Academic Honors
(CCAH), which will act on the petition/appeals filed by the department.
4. The CCAH shall be composed of a Chairperson, selected by the VPAA, the
Registrar, and the one (1) representative from each Institute recommended by the
respective Deans.

D. Residence and Unit Requirements

Students who are candidates for graduation with honors must have
completed in the university at least 75% of the total number of academic units or
credit hours required for graduation and must have been in residence therein for
at least three (3) years immediately prior to graduation.

E. Resident Credit

In the computation of the General Weighted Average (GWA) of students

who are candidates for graduation with honors, all subject taken shall be
included.

Recognition for academic achievements in the four of honors and awards

are given at graduation. A candidate for graduation honors shall complete a

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 minimum of 75% of the required subjects of the program or course in Bicol
College, Inc.

The following honors are awarded to graduate who manifest exceptional

academic achievements in their respective course.

SUMMA CUM LAUDE

- 95% with no grade in any subject below 90% or their equivalent

MAGNA CUM LAUDE

- 90% to 94% with no grade in any subject below 87% or their equivalent

CUM LAUDE
- 87% to 89% with no grade in any subject below 80%

The Bicol College, Inc. also awards ACADEMIC DISTINCTION to

graduates who earn a weighted average of 86% with no grade below 80%.

LEADERSHIP AWARD
Criteria:
 Must be a graduating student
 Must not have failing grade in his/her entire college years.
 Outstanding scholastic performance with a minimum over-all GPA
of 85%.
 Must show loyalty to the institution.
 Must possess a wholesome image: has never been subjected to any
disciplinary action.
 Must be involved in community services.
 Must be an active student leader.

Procedure:

The student must apply to the screening committee headed by the

Executive Vice-President, Dean of Student Affairs & composed of: Dean

1. List is forwarded to the Deans.

2. Confirmed list/data forwarded office for endorsement to the
Committee on Academic Honors.
3. Endorse to the committee.
4. Submit for approval by the President/Executive Vice-President.
5. Posting
6. Any protest/appeal to committee within one week after the posting.

F. INDUCTION TO THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

During the Baccalaureate Ceremonies, all candidates for graduation are

inducted as members of the Bicol College Alumni Association. The graduates

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 take their Oath of Loyalty to the College administered by the Head of the
Alumni Office.
G. TRANSCRIPT OF RECORDS AND TRANSFER CREDENTIALS

 A request for a Transcript of Records must be directed to the Registrar’s

Office using the proper form.

 Transfer credentials are issued by the Registrar for a specific purpose upon
payment of the corresponding fee and after clearances are secured from
the different departments.

SECTION 7 – POLICIES RELATED TO PAYMENT OF SCHOOL FEES

A. MODE OF PAYING TUITION AND OTHER FEES

1. Students may opt to pay in cash or government issued check.

2. Students may opt to pay their fees on installment bases as per schedule
set by the Accounting Office. Payments must be made on or before the
stated due dates.

3. Students paying on installment basis who fail to pay the balance on the
stipulated deadlines shall be allowed to complete the term. However,
they will not be allowed to enroll in the succeeding term and their final
grades/transcript of record or transfer credentials will be withheld
pending the settlement of their accounts.

4. Graduates with unpaid bills/outstanding balances will be issued

diploma and transcript of records upon full payment.

B. REFUNDS

1. When a student registers, it is understood that it is for the entire school

year for elementary and secondary courses and for the entire semester
for the collegiate courses.

2. A student withdrawing his enrolment must accomplish the dropping

form and submit the same to the Registrar’s Office.

3. A student who drops the entire course within the enrolment period is
refunded the amount paid less Php 500.

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 4. A student who drops the entire course within the first week of classes,
regardless of attendance, is refunded the amount paid less Php 1,000;
after two weeks of classes, regardless of attendance, payment of the
whole miscellaneous shall be demandable.

5. A student who withdraws unofficially at any time will pay the total
fees due for the semester.

C. OUTSTANDING BALANCES/UNPAID BILLS

1. Graduates with unpaid bills/outstanding balances will not be issued

their diploma and transcript of records unless their accounts are fully
settled.

2. Graduates/undergraduate students who failed to pay the unpaid bills

for 1 year or more will be charged as follows:

No. of years %
1 year 1%
2 years 3%
3-4 years 5%
5-10 years 7%
10 and up years 10%

SECTION 8.

STUDENT DISCIPLINE POLICIES, RULES AND REGULATIONS

Bicol College, Inc. Students are expected to:

1. Promote and realize the VISION, MISSION and OBJECTIVES of the College.
2. Preserve the good name and reputation of the College.
3. Respect the human dignity and rights of others.

A. POLICIES

1. The College maintains administrative sanction as necessary measures

to develop its student into well-balanced persons, who are willing and
ready to face and overcome whatever problems that may confront
them.

2. The College instills discipline in the students by inculcation of love of

GOD, teach the rights and duties of citizenship, strengthen ethical and
spiritual values, and develop good moral character and personal
discipline.

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 3. The College produces students who are assets to themselves, their
families and the community at large by being useful citizen,
productive workers and accomplished leaders in the various fields of
human endeavors.

B. RULES ON GOOD GROOMING

1. Female students are only allowed to wear a pair of earrings and a

wristwatch.

a. The wearing of more than one pair of earrings, tattoos, body

piercing accessories and heavy cosmetics while in school uniform is
strictly prohibited.
b. Coming to school with brightly dyed hair is prohibited.

2. Male students are allowed to have their hair length only up to the
nape, not shoulder length.

As per CHED rules, wearing of bull caps within school premises and
inside the classrooms is not allowed.

3. Male students are not allowed to wear earrings.

C. RULES ON SCHOOL UNIFORM AND STUDENT ID

All students must wear their school ID and be in complete uniform inside
the college campus from the first day of regular classes to the last day of the
school year. However, freshmen and transferees should be in complete
uniform two (2) weeks after the enrolment period. The general rules is NO ID,
NO UNIFORM and NO ENTRY”. P.E. uniforms should only be worn during
P.E. classes.

C.1. USE OF THE BICOL COLLEGE, INC. I.D.

The Institution cannot compromise nor take any chances when it

comes to the safety and security of the members of the Bicol College, Inc.
community. While various means are being employed toward this end,
however, it is its honest and sincere belief that requiring all concerned
students and personnel (teaching and non-teaching) alike-to wear the
official Bicol College, Inc. ID is an effective way. They must wear the ID as
long as they are in the campus. At glance, its security unit and other school
authorities will be able to distinguish students and personnel inside from a
guest or visitor. Moreover, this requirement is a very good training for
student discipline.

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 For obvious reasons, the official Bicol College, Inc. ID shall be subject
to change yearly.

Friday is considered “WASH DAY”. Students can come to school in

civilian clothes but with ID. Wearing of shorts, hanging blouse, sleeveless,
plunging neckline are prohibited during Friday.

C.2. UNIFORM FOR THE FEMALE STUDENTS

The school uniform identifies a student with the institution where she
is enrolled in. The uniform is the sacred symbol of the school outside the
campus. The student is held liable administratively for the damage done to
the name and image of the College due to misconduct of the student who
is in school uniform outside the campus. All students therefore must wear
the prescribe school uniform with dignity to preserve the good name of
the College. The female students must wear the Bicol College, Inc.
standard uniform with the approved design. The prescribed length of the
skirt is knee length. However, they can also wear prescribed pants. To
match the standard uniform, all female students are required to wear plain
black shoes. Boots-like shoes, slippers, sandals, step-ins, colored shoes are
prohibited inside the campus.

C.3. UNIFORM FOR MALE STUDENTS

Male students must wear the standard with polo shirt (with collar and
short sleeves) and black pants (not maong) and black shoes. Sandals,
slippers, rubber shoes and earrings are not allowed.

C.4. NURSING STUDENTS’ UNIFORM

Nursing students are required to wear the standard uniform together

with their identifying pins or nameplates and the school ID.

C.5. ACCOUNTANCY, HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM STUDENTS’

UNIFORM

All BS Accountancy, BSHRM and BS Tourism and Management

students are required to wear their approved departmental uniform. ( 3
inches heeled shoes are not allowed) They must wear the school ID at all
time.

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C.6. CRIMINOLOGY STUDENTS’ UNIFORM

There are two (2) sets of uniform for the criminology students. Type
“A” which should be worn during MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY and
Type “B” be worn during TUESDAY and THURSDAY. They must wear
the school ID at all times.

C.6.1. TYPE “A” UNIFORM FOR FEMALE STUDENTS

1. Female criminology students should wear SKIRT colored khaki brown

at least two (2) inches below the knee with two (2) front slide pockets.

2. The blouse should be white thick fabric, short sleeves with shoulder
straps, two (2) breast pockets with cover flaps, white buttons, two
shoulder loops colored maroon with school logo colored yellow. The
blouse must be tucked in.

3. The belt should be garrison belt colored brown with brass buckle. Only
plain black shoes and stocking (optional) is allowed.

4. The name cloth should consist of embroidered black-lettered surname

and initials of the first and middle names in white background with
maroon borderline and BS Criminology embroidered below the name.
The name cloth should be sewn on the right top pocket of the blouse.

5. The headgear should be black ball cap which should be a round top
with visor and prescribed embroidered school LOGO sewed at the
middle top. This should be worn during OJT or OFF-Campus activities
only.

C.6.2 TYPE “A” UNIFORM FOR MALE STUDENT

1. Male students should wear colored khaki brown pants.

2. The polo should be white thick fabric, short sleeves with shoulder
straps, two (2) each breast pockets with cover flaps, white buttons.
There should be two shoulder loops colored maroon with school logo
colored yellow. Only white T-shirt should be under the polo. The polo
must be tucked in.

3. The belt should be garrison belt colored brown with metal brass buckle.

4. The name cloth and headgear should be similar to that of the female
students.

5. Only plain black shoes and black socks are allowed.

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 6. Haircut is in maximum tolerable. The hair should not touch the ear,
should not cover the nape and the forehead. Fancy and dyed hair is not
allowed.

C.6.3. TYPE “B” UNIFORM

1. All 1st year, 2nd year and 3rd year criminology students should wear
white polo shirt. The skirt/pants, belt, footwear and head gear will be
the same as prescribed in TYPE “A” uniform.

2. It must be worn tuck in and with school ID.

3. All fourth year students should wear black polo shirt with an
embroidered official school logo and to be sewn on the right portion of
the polo shirt on top of which is the embroidered surname followed by
initials of his/her first and middle name. It must be worn tucked in.
The skirt/pants, belt, footwear and headgear will be the same as
prescribed in Type “A”, school ID should be worn.

C.6.4 EXEMPTIONS

C.6.4a – WORKING STUDENTS

Working students, male and female are allowed to wear civilian
clothes (corporate attire/company uniform) to school. They are
required to secure and accomplish OSA Form No. 10 (Application for
Exemption on Wearing School Uniform) from the Office of the Dean of
Student Affairs duly approved by the Executive Vice President and to
be returned to the OSA for the issuance of an Exemption Pass. A
Certificate of Employment should be attached to the said letter. The
school ID should be worn at all times while in the campus.

4.b – STUDENTS ON ON-THE-JOB TRAINING (OJT)

The students enrolled in On-The-Job Training/practicum course

should secure and accomplish OSA Form No. 10 (Application for
Exemption on Wearing School Uniform) from the Office of the Dean of
Student Affairs duly approved by the Executive Vice President and to
be returned to the OSA for the issuance of an Exemption Pass. They
must come to school in their practicum/OJT uniform with school ID at
all times while in the campus.

4.c – STUDENTS IN MOURNING

Students in mourning will be allowed to wear a white or black

dress/shirt/blouse for one (1) month. They are required to secure and

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 accomplish OSA Form No. 10 (Application for Exemption on Wearing
School Uniform) from the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs duly
approved by the Executive Vice President and to be returned to the
OSA for the issuance of an Exemption Pass. The school ID should be
worn at all times while in the campus.

4.d – PREGNANT STUDENT

A pregnant student is required to secure and accomplish OSA Form
No. 10 (Application for Exemption on Wearing School Uniform) from the
Office of the Dean of Student Affairs duly approved by the Executive Vice
President and to be returned to the OSA for the issuance of an Exemption
Pass. A Medical Certificate from a licensed doctor stating the age of
gestation should be attached. The school ID should be worn at all times
while in the campus. After child birth she is required to wear the
prescribed school uniform.

4.e – SCHOOL AND SPORTS ACTIVITIES

Exemption from wearing the school uniform during rehearsals,

practices for school activities will be allowed upon the request of the
Dean, Program Chair, Sports Coordinator or Adviser. The students
must wear their ID even if they are in sports attire for discipline and
security monitoring purposes.

4.f – LOST AND CONFISCATED SCHOOL ID

 Any student who loses his/her School ID must secure an affidavit

of loss and submit this to the Executive Vice-President’s Office.

 The student will be issued a Temporary Student Entry Permit so

that he/she will be allowed to enter the campus while the new
School ID is being processed.

 The confiscated School ID due to disciplinary reason must be

claimed from the Office of the Executive Vice President within
forty-eight (48) hours upon confiscation. Failure to do so within the
allotted period will mean a disciplinary action.

D. CLASSIFICATION OF OFFENSES AND THEIR CORRESPONDING

SANCTIONS

The Bicol College, Inc. students are expected at all times to observe and
abide by the laws of the policies, rules and regulations prescribed by the
College.

Members of the College are expected to carry out their scholarly work
with honesty, to meet the highest ethical standards of evidence, and
to acknowledge the contributions and academic work of others.

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 As members of BCean community, the students are expected to
demonstrate appropriate conduct. They are responsible for their actions,
whether acting alone or in a group. The College will vigorously investigate
allegations of misconduct while taking all reasonable steps to protect the
rights and interests of individuals whose work or performance is
questioned.
The rules of conduct and discipline are intended to foster order and
harmony among and between all segments of the College. Any student
found guilty will be dealt with appropriate disciplinary sanctions as
provided herein.

A.VERBAL REPRIMAND- is a verbal warning given to an erring student

indicating the details of the wrongful action done and the punishment that
can be expected.

B. WRITTEN REPRIMAND- is a written warning given to an erring

student indicating the details of the wrongful action done and the
punishment that can be expected.

C. SUSPENSION- shall deny the erring student attendance in his classes

for a period not exceeding three (3) months, and shall not be given any
make up activities.

D. DISMISSAL - erring student shall be dropped from the roll of students

of Bicol College, Inc. and shall never be re-admitted.

Sanctions are categorized into:

Category I – Grievous Offense

Sanction is outright dismissal.

Category II – The most serious level of offenses

Sanction will be maximum suspension three months and/or dismissal.

Category III – Moderately serious violation for which a student is liable for
sanction which may range from: Suspension of 3 school days but not
exceeding 10 days. A student maybe dismissed for offenses incurred more
than five (5) times even if this offense is classified under Category III.

Category IV – Less Serious Offense

Sanction may range from verbal warning/reprimand; written warning,

suspension of from one (1) school day but not exceeding three (3) school
days. A student maybe dismissed for offense incurred more than five (5)
times even if this offense is classified under category IV.

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CATEGORY I SANCTION

1. Possession of prohibited drugs,inhalants, pushing,

buying and using prohibited drugs in-campus or FIRST OFFENSE
during off-campus activities sanctioned by the DISMISSAL
college.

2. Possession of drug paraphernalia such as but not FIRST OFFENSE:

limited to marijuana pipe with marijuana residue. DISMISSAL

3. Acts of lasciviousness or engaging in sexual act with FIRST OFFENSE:

the same or opposite sex in campus or off-campus
activities sanctioned by the college. DISMISSAL

4. Participating in any activity prohibited by the college,

such as hazing and all forms of initiation of FIRST OFFENSE:
membership to fraternities/sororities or any
organization with required hazing for membership
whether or not such action results in death, insanity,
physical disability or psycho-emotional suffering. DISMISSAL

5. Appearing in videos or printed media in nudity or FIRST OFFENSE:

any pornographic film while still a student in Bicol
College, Inc. DISMISSAL

6. A. Promoting unauthorized organization such as FIRST OFFENSE:

fraternity/sorority activities or recruiting students for
fraternity/sorority membership. 1 SEMESTER suspension

B. Using campus facilities for subversive activities or SECOND OFFENSE:

inciting sedition.
DISMISSAL

7. Submitting fraudulent scholastic records in

connection with the admission to registration in or DISMISSAL
graduation from the college.

CATEGORY II OFFENSE SANCTIONS

1. Assaulting or inflicting physical injury in a First Offense – maximum
fellow student or any member of the Bicol suspension
College, Inc. community or its guest in campus (one semester)
or during off-campus activities sanctioned by the
College. Second Offense - DISMISSAL
2. A student caught stealing from any member of First Offense – maximum
the Bicol College, Inc. community or its guest in suspension (one semester)
campus or during off-campus activities
sanctioned by the College. Second Offense - DISMISSAL

3. Presenting to school authorities persons First Offense – maximum

disguising as parents or guardians. suspension
(one semester)

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 Second Offense - DISMISSAL
4. Offenses committed under Republic Act No. First Offense – maximum
10627- Anti-Bullying (the “Act”), suspension
(one semester)

Second Offense – DISMISSAL

5. Threatening with bodily harm or First Offense – maximum
blackmailing any member of the Bicol suspension
College, Inc. community during in-campus or (one semester)
off-campus activities sanctioned by the
College. Second Offense – DISMISSAL
6. Using abusive language or any remark such as First Offense – maximum
insulting, humiliating or downgrading a person's suspension
action which may underlie verbal sexual harassment (one semester)
to any of the member of the Bicol College, Inc.
community whether in-campus or off-campus Second Offense - DISMISSAL
activities sanctioned by the College.
7. Engaging in acts on-campus or off-campus First Offense 0 one (1) month
such as malicious commission of a crime, of a vice, suspension
or any circumstance that tends to cause dishonor, or
discredit to the college or any member of the Bicol Second Offense – maximum
College, Inc. community. suspension

Third Offense – dismissal

8. Preventing or threatening any member of the First Offense 0 one (1) month
Bicol College, Inc. community from entering suspension
school premises or attending classes or from
discharging their duties. Second Offense – maximum
suspension

Third Offense – dismissal

9. Presenting a falsified document or any school First Offense – maximum
records/forms to or from other institutions. suspension (one semester)

Second Offense - DISMISSAL

10. Carrying any harmful or explosive chemicals or First Offense – maximum
deadly weapons such as guns, knives, ice picks, suspension (one semester)
knuckles, sharp objects and other similar objects
that can be used to cause injury or death. Second Offense - DISMISSAL
11. Noncompliance on the following departmental First Offense – 1 month suspension
policy (one semester)
1.Policies governing Related Learning
Experience (RLE) for nursing students. Second Offense – maximum
2.Practicum rules and regulations governing suspension
courses with practicum subjects.
3.Library rules and regulations.

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 4.Laboratory Rules and Regulations
5.Others as may be determined by the school
authorities.
12. Vandalism or destruction of Bicol College, Inc. First Offense – 1 month suspension
property or any property belonging to any (one semester)
member of the Bicol College, Inc. community,
tearing out pages of library books or any library Second Offense – maximum
reading materials. suspension
13. Cheating during examination; gambling in any First Offense – 1 month suspension
form within the premises of Bicol College, Inc. (one semester)
whether in-campus or off-campus activities
sanctioned by the College or in public places Second Offense – maximum
while in school uniform. suspension
Cheating includes, but is not limited to, the
following:
a. Communicating or attempting to communicate
with other persons for the purpose of
obtaining or providing information without
the permission of the instructor;

b. Using or attempting to use other student's

answers, providing answers to other students, or
failing to take reasonable measures to prevent
the use of one's answer by other students in
assignments or examinations without the permission
of the instructor.
c. Giving to or receiving answers from another
student through gestures or in writing; during the
test of examination, in which case both are liable;
d. Talking with another person during examination;
e. Possessing or passing of notes or any materials
during examination;
f Facilitating/aiding in the dissemination of leakage;
g. Buying or selling of test papers key to correction
or any portion thereof;
h. Copying from or allowing another to copy from
one's examination paper, in which case both students
are liable;

I. Having somebody else to take the examination on

his/her behalf;
j. Passing as one's work any assigned report, case
analysis, reaction paper and the like when
copied from another;
k. Asking another person or student to attend
symposium, seminar, exams, etc on his/her behalf;
l. Plagiarism;
m. Taking a photograph of any material related to

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n. Using or attempting to use any cellular device
during examination; and
o. Other similar acts that may be determined by the
Grievance Board

CATEGORY III OFFENSES SANCTION

1. In coming to campus or attending classes or 1st offense – 3 days suspension
any school activities sanctioned by the College
while under the influence of liquor or bringing 2nd offense – 5 days suspension
of the same.
3rd offense – 10 days suspension

4th offense – maximum suspension

2. Using fake or tampered examination permits or 1st offense – 3 days suspension
clearances, School ID to gain entrance to the
College; lending or using others' school 2nd offense – 5 days suspension
uniform to enter the campus.
3rd offense – 10 days suspension

4th offense – maximum suspension

3.Smoking and drinking liquor whether in- 1st offense – 3 days suspension
campus or off-campus activities sanctioned
by the College or any public place while 2nd offense – 5 days suspension
wearing the Bicol College, Inc. uniform.
3rd offense – 10 days suspension
4. Any deliberate act that causes disruption of 1st offense – 3 days suspension
classes, performance of any school activities
sanctioned by the College instigating, leading 2nd offense – 5 days suspension
to mass actions which results in the disturbance
or stopping of classes. 3rd offense – 10 days suspension

CATEGORY IV OFFENSES SANCTION

1. Indecent acts like hugging, lying on one’s 1st offense – verbal reprimand
lap, kissing, caressing, etc. 2nd offense – written reprimand
3rd offense – 3 days suspension
4th offense – 5 days suspension
5th offense – maximum suspension
2. Disregarding established security measures 1st offense – verbal reprimand
of the college. 2nd offense – written reprimand
3rd offense – 3 days suspension
3. Failure to turn off cellular phones, tablets, 1st offense – verbal reprimand
laptops and other similar communication
gadgets and electronic devices during 2nd offense – written reprimand
classes and examination.
3rd offense – 3 days suspension

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 4. Selling tickets or soliciting contributions 1st offense – verbal reprimand
outside the college without proper 2nd offense – written reprimand
clearance from the school authorities. 3rd offense – 3 days suspension
4th offense – 5 days suspension
5. Littering, scratching on tables and chairs, 1st offense – verbal reprimand
chalkboards/whiteboards. 2nd offense – written reprimand
3rd offense – 5 days school suspension
6. Removing and or tampering notices/ 1st offense – verbal reprimand
announcements from bulletin boards and 2nd offense – written reprimand
other designated approved places in the 3rd offense – 3 to 5 days school
school campus. suspension
7. Behavior unbecoming like making excessive 1st offense – verbal reprimand
noise or excessively loud talking boisterous
laughter and screaming outside the 2nd offense – written reprimand
classroom, library, laboratory, corridors and
other school premises. 3rd offense – 3 to 5 days school
suspension

8. Entering the campus not in proper 1st offense – verbal reprimand

uniform/School ID (Mon-Fri). 2nd offense – written reprimand
3rd offense – 3 days school suspension
9. Non attendance to the required school School and/or Community Service and a fine
activities identified by the Office of Studentof Fifty pesos per school activity.
Affairs and approved by the Management
1. Student Orientation
2. Election Day
3.Opening Program for the Joint BC Intramural
4.Foundation Day
5.Job Fair (Graduating Students)

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT and PROHIBITED ACTS for CCJE STUDENT

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Sec. 1. POLICY Members of the College are expected to carry out their
scholarly work with honesty, to meet the highest ethical standards of
evidence, and to acknowledge the contributions and scholarship others.
As members of CCJE community, students are expected to demonstrate
appropriate academic conduct. They are responsible for their actions, whether
acting alone or in a group. The College will vigorously investigate
allegations of academic misconduct. While taking all reasonable steps to protect
the rights and interests of individuals whose work or performance is questioned.

Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, the following:

A. Plagiarism occurs when a student presents as original work or data that

is written or composed, in whole or in part, by someone other than that student.

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Plagiarism occurs when paragraphs, phrases, sentences, or ideas within a work
are taken from other sources without referencing or citing the authors.
B. Cheating includes, but is not limited to, the following:

b. 1. Communicating or attempting to communicate with other persons

for the purpose of obtaining or providing information without the permission
of the instructor;

b.2. Using or attempting to use other student's answers, providing

answers to other students, or failing to take reasonable measures to
prevent the use of one's answer by other students in assignments or
examinations without the permission of the instructor.

SECTION 3. SERIOUS OFFENSES

In consonance with existing rules and regulations published hereunder are

classified as SERIOUS OFFENSES. The penalties that may be imposed on erring
students are expulsion, exclusion, suspension, written reprimand, forfeiture of
honors and scholarship grants, fines and/ or combination of these penalties may
apply depending upon the gravity of the offense.

A. SUSPENSION - shall deny the erring student attendance in his classes

for a period not exceeding eight (8) days per term, and shall not be given
any make up activities.

B. EXCLUSION - erring student shall be dropped from the rolls of

students
of Bicol College and shall never be re-admitted.

C. EXPULSION – bars the erring student from all public or private schools
in the Philippines.

3.1 CHEATING OR ACADEMIC DISHONESTY. The following acts shall be

considered forms of cheating or academic dishonesty:

a. Possession of crib notes (codigo) written on a paper or any objects,

electronic devices, parts of the body (particularly at the hands),
clothing, insertion in school ID's and other acts;

b. Glancing or looking at other student's examination paper, and/or

allowing another student to glance or look at his/her examination
paper in case both students are liable;

c. Giving to or receiving answers from another student through

gestures or in writing; during the test of examination, in which case
both are liable;

d. Talking with another person during examination;

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examination;

f. Facilitating/aiding in the dissemination of leakage;

g. Buying or selling of test papers key to correction or any portion

thereof;

h. Copying from or allowing another to copy from one's

examination paper, in which case both students are liable;

I Having somebody else to take the examination in his/her behalf;

j. Passing as one's work any assigned report, case analysis, reaction

paper and the like when copied from another;

k. Asking another person or student to attend symposium,

seminar,
exams, etc in his/her behalf;

l. Plagiarism

m. Other similar acts that may be determined by the Grievance

Board;

n. Taking photograph of any material related to examination; and

o. Using or attempting to use any cellular device during

examination.

3.2 IMPROPER DECORUM. Students are expected to conduct themselves in an

appropriate manner. Improper decorum constitutes circumstances analogous
to, but not limited to the foregoing:

a. Imputation and circulation of malicious statements, gossips

and unfounded allegations that tend to disrespect and/or destroy
the reputation of the college and its personnel as well as students;
b. Putting the name of the school or the College of Criminal Justice
Education in dishonor or in shame by committing scandalous and
unbecoming acts in public while in school uniform or committing
similar acts which will cause dishonor and discredit to the name of
the school.
c. Misrepresentation which can be committed by name-
dropping with the intent to gain and characterize by deception;
d. Usurpation of authority
e. Solicitation of money and/or material things without the
approval of the college authorities;
f. Public display of physical intimacy (PDPI), Intimate physical
contact of a sexual nature, including but not limited to kissing,

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 hugging, groping, and fondling is strictly prohibited inside the
Bicol College Campus and other similar acts that is offensive in
nature and;
g. Grave Immorality including acts of lasciviousness, involving
in illicit affairs or similar immoral acts within and/or outside the
school premises.
h. Non wearing of prescribed school uniform and hair grooming.
h.1 Prescribed uniform for Criminology
There are two sets of uniform for criminology students:

Type “A” which should be worn MONDAY and FRIDAY and Type “B” be
worn during TUESDAY and THURSDAY. They must wear the updated school ID
at all times.
h.1.1. TYPE “A” UNIFORM FOR FEMALE STUDENTS

1. Female BS Criminology students should wear PENCIL-CUT SKIRT

colored khaki brown and (2) inches below the knee with two(2)
front slide pockets.
2. The blouse should be white thick fabric, short sleeves with
shoulder straps, two(2) breast pockets with cover flaps, white
buttons, two shoulder loops colored maroon with school logo
colored yellow, with yellow strife below the logo that corresponds
to the students' year level.
3. The waistband should be garrison belt colored black with gold
brass buckle. Only shoes colored black with two (2) inches heels
and 5 holes with black shoe lace.
4. The name cloth should consist of embroidered black lettered
surname and initials of the first and middle names in white
background with maroon borderline and BS Criminology or the
program also embroidered below the name. It should be sewn on
the right top pocket of the blouse.

5. The head gear should be black bull cap which should be a round
top with visor and prescribed embroidered school logo sewed at
the middle top. This should be worn during internship/ OJT or
OFF-CAMPUS activities only.
h.1.2 Type “A) UNIFORM FOR MALE STUDENTS

1. Male students should wear colored khaki brown STRAIGHT CUT

pants.
2. The polo should be white thick fabric, short sleeves with shoulder
straps, two (2) breast pockets with cover flaps, white buttons, two
shoulder loops colored maroon with school logo colored yellow,
with yellow strife below the logo that corresponds to the students'
year level. Only plain should be tucked in at all times at any place
when it is worn even outside the school premises.
3. The waistband should be garrison belt colored black with gold
brass buckle.

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female students.
5. Only wet look with 5 string holes' black shoes is allowed.
6. Hair cut should conform with the official/prescribed by this
manual (refer to the provision below)

h.1.3 TYPE “B” UNIFORM FOR MALE AND FEMALE

STUDENTS

1. Type “B” uniform should be worn during Tuesday and Thursday

of the week.
2. The student should wear white polo-shirt, short sleeves, white
buttons and same with the type “A”, the polo shirt should be
tucked in at all times at any place when it is worn even outside the
school premises.
3. The logo of the Department should be embroidered/printed on the
right portion of the breast and underneath is also
embroidered/printed surname and initials of the first and middle
names colored black.

h.1.3 OJT/INTERNSHIP UNIFORM

1. This uniform should only be worn during internship schedule.

2. Only students enrolled on the said course are authorized to wear

this uniform.

3. The uniform should be: Black colored polo-shirt, black button,

embroidered SCHOOL LOGO at the left and Surname and initials
of the first and middle names at the RIGHT. At the back portion:
also embroidered “CRIMINOLOGY INTERN” in two lines.

4. Both male and female students should wear colored khaki brown
STRAIGHT CUT pants with brown garrison belt and gold colored
buckles.

5. The shoes should be the same with the type “A” and “B” uniforms.

N.B. Any proposal to change the design, color, cut and the like on the
provisions of wearing the uniform, shall be subjected to the approval by the
department and above all the school administration.

h.2 PRESCRIBED HAIRCUT FOR CCJE STUDENTS

h.2.1 Male (High and Tight & Buzz-cut)
h.2.2 Female (Barbers cut)
h.2.3 Will not contain excessive amounts of grooming aids
(e.g. gel, mousse, pomade, moisturiser and the like), The
hair must be natural in color.

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SECTION 9

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

A student organization shall be any association, club or group of students

in Bicol College, Inc. organized not contrary to law or DepEd, TESDA, CHED and
Bicol College, Inc. Rules and Regulations. Bicol College, Inc. encourages the
formation of student organization in order to develop creative and responsible
student leaders.

a. RECOGNITION OF STUDENT ORGANIZATION

No student organization shall exist, hold, manage or promote any activity,

directly or indirectly, nor use the name “BICOL COLLEGE, INC” inside or
outside of the college campus, unless the organization has been duly
recognized/accredited.

9.1 Requirements for official recognition:

1.1 Secure and accomplish OSA form no. 7 (Application for

Accreditation/Recognition

9.2 The administration shall withdraw/cancel the recognition to any student

organization for failure to comply with the above requirements.

9.3 Any student officer/member who commits any violation will be subjected to
disciplinary actions following due process.
9.4 A student shall only hold one position as an officer in the organization/club
but may be a member in another organization.
9.5 Any student who resigns or vacates the position due to various reasons such
as sickness, non-enrollment, dropping etc. shall be replaced by the candidate
who garnered the second highest votes or be appointed by the Club Adviser,
Program Chair or the Dean.

B. STUDENT ACTIVITY POLICY GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES

All Departmental/Student Organizations/ Clubs/ Societies are required to hold/

conduct activities (at least one activity per semester) in order to pursue their objectives.

1. Secure a Student Activity Request Form (SARF) – OSA Form

No. 1 at least one week before an “in” campus activity & at
least one month before an “off” campus activity.
2. Documents to be attached to the SARF.

A) For Co-curricular / Extra-curricular activities:

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 1. OBE Compliant Course Syllabus (activity indicated)
2. Travel Plan
3. Itinerary
4. Contact persons and cellphone numbers
5. Relevance of the activities
6. Proposed Budget Breakdown
7. Parents/ Guardians’ consent/ waiver
8. Complete List of participants
9. Medical Certificates
10. Name of Faculty Members/ chaperon/s
11. Annex A of CHED Memo Order No. 63 (Certificate of
Compliance)
12. Annex B of CHED Memo Order No. 63 (Report of
Compliance)

3. The proponent of the activity shall provide the OSA & the
concerned Dean or Club Adviser as the case maybe, a copy
(photo copy) of the duly accomplished SARF together with the
required designates at least 2 working days before the conduct
of the activity.
4. In and off-campus activity the school requires that the activity
be accompanied by a faculty member at least ratio of 1 faculty
member for every 50 students.
5. During the activity, documentation shall be thoroughly
undertaken and unusual incidents shall be recorded & reported
to all of the signatories accordingly.
6. In case of mishaps or any untoward incidents that requires for
an immediate and appropriate action must be reported
immediately via cellphones.
7. An evaluation of the approved activity shall be made right
after.
8. Within five working days after the conduct of the activity, the
proponent shall submit to the OSA a narrative report,
documentations, evaluation and related financial report if any.
9. Only after compliance to the submission of all required
documents shall be proponent be allowed to apply for their
succeeding proposed activity.
10. To give students ample time to study, no student activity shall
be allowed 1 week before any scheduled major examination.
11. A student activity shall be conducted only within the
prescribed school calendar. Any student activity conducted
beyond the prescribed school calendar shall not be recognized
by the school as a legitimate school activity except on certain
meritorious cases where a student activity may still be allowed
provided it be approved in writing by the school President or
his/ her designate.
12. Official meetings of Departmental/Student Organizations/
Clubs/ Societies should be properly scheduled and approved

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of the Office of Student Affairs.
13. There will be an annual evaluation by the OSA in coordination
with the adviser of the Student Organization/ Club/ Society
for the purpose of re-accreditation of the same.

c. FUND RAISING ACTIVITIES

Any student organization desiring to hold fund raising activity needs

the approval of the school President through the endorsement of the Dean
of Office of Student Affairs. A financial report should be submitted after
the fund raising activity duly supported with official receipts.

d. STUDENT GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

1. Student’s complaint against a faculty member.
The student shall file a formal complaint against the faculty member and
shall submit it to the Dean/Program Chair for evaluation within five
school days upon the receipt of the same. In case the latter is the
respondent or the subject of complaint it shall be submitted to the Office of
the Guidance Counselor for evaluation not later than five school days.

b. The Dean/Program Chair/ Guidance Counselor shall inform the faculty

concerned within five school days upon receipt of the complaint. The
respondent shall submit his/her counter affidavit to the concerned
authority.

c. If the concerned faculty did not submit his/her counter affidavit within
the prescribed period, the concerned authority shall resolve the case based
on the complaint of the complainant. If the former submits his/her counter
affidavit, the latter shall call on both parties for amicable settlement as the
case maybe.

d. If both parties did not come up with an Agreement, the concerned authority shall
submit the Information to the Grievance Committee for proper disposition. The
members of this committee shall be.
1. Executive Vice President - Chairman
2. Dean of Student Affairs – Vice Chairman
3. Dean of the Department/Program - Members
4. College Registrar
5. School Legal Counsel
In case any of the above-mentioned members mediates the amicable settlement, he/she
shall be excluded in the proceedings.

2. Complaint against a faculty member by a class as a block/section should be

signed by 50% + 1 of the members of the block/section. In case the required
number of signatories was not reached, the students can file the complaint
individually, provided, no complaint shall be entertained in violation of the
“Double Jeopardy”.

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STUDENTS SERVICES

1 . OFFICE OF THE COLLEGE REGISTRAR

This office enforces the student regulations requiring entrance

requirements, students’ credentials enrollment, load, transfer, promotion, subject
sequence and eligibility for graduation. It issues grades, transcript of records,
transfer credentials, clearances and diplomas to all students and graduates.

2. OFFICE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS

The Office of Student Affairs is committed to the organization of different co-

curricular and extra curricula activities that will enhance the leadership skills and
potentials of Bicol College, Inc. students and encourage active student
participation. This office looks to the needs and specific concern of the students to
become responsible and productive members of the society. This office also
enforces the rules, policies and regulations of the college pertaining to student’s
behavior and imposes disciplinary measures.

1.a. The Office of Student Affairs renders the following services:

1. Handles accreditation and evaluation of student organizations.

2. Recommends/approves and monitors student organization activities.
3. Evaluates and screens materials for posting.
4. Assists in all kinds of student problems as deemed fit and proper.
5. Evaluates and recommends student activities.
6. Recommends students/student leaders for contest (regional, national &
international).
7. Conducts student satisfactory survey annually.
8. Handles student decorum.
9. Implements College policies and procedures.
10. Synchronizes College calendar of activities.
11. Handles the student publication.

This office also disseminates the Bicol College, Inc. course offerings
and admission requirements, schedule of entrance examinations and
schedule of classes

Records of individual students are confidential and maybe made

available to pursues and agencies outside Bicol College, Inc. only under
the following circumstances person.

1. Upon valid subpoena from the count in connection with a judicial

legislative or administrative proceedings.

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3. The transcript of records way, however be released without such

authorization to the parent or legal guardian of an remarried students
under 21 years of age upon their written request, but subject to
verification by the proper Bicol College, Inc. authorities.

3. GUIDANCE AND TESTING OFFICE

The Bicol College, Inc. guidance program adheres to the concept of service.
It is intended to ensure the attainment of the basic goal of guidance and the
holistic development of every student / clientele through the enhancement of
his/her intellectual, social, moral and spiritual growth.

This office provides the students the opportunity to secure information

about his/her abilities, interest, capabilities and personality which will enable
him/her to select more wisely a course of study and later, a vocation.
4. MEDICAL AND DENTAL SERVICE CENTER

This office provides the BC Inc. community with sustained health care. It
provides medical and dental care to its students/clientele.

5. COLLEGE LIBRARY

The Bicol College, Inc. library is envisioned to be a place that supports

lifelong learning by anticipating and responding to clients’ need for information
to encourage a desire to read and enrich the quality of life in the community. It
provides adequate facilities and library resources both print and non-print
materials that support the curricula and programs.

LENDING POLICY

All bonafide students of Bicol College, Inc. are entitled to library

privileges. These include the use of library materials, reading or studying in the
library, including the use of the Internet. Students are required to have their
library card to fully access the library resources. Lending policy is extended to
qualified library users. Even non-members of the Bicol College, Inc.
Community are allowed to avail of the library facilities provided that they
have a referral letter from their respective institutions and pay 50.00 pesos
researchers fee at the cashier’s office.

GETTING A LIBRARY CARD

For New Students / Transferees

 Present your latest Enrollment Assessment Form
 Fill up the application form
 Submit 1X1 picture
Old Students

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 Fill up the validation sheet
DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS AND SANCTIONS

To enforce prompt return of materials on dates or time due, a charging

system is employed. Failure to return a book on or before the specified date or
time will resort into a fine: Reserve books P10.00/day or P1.00 per hour and
Circulation books P5.00/day or 0.50 per hour. Repeated refusal to return a book
or other reading materials and to pay the fine due thereof is punishable by
cancellation of one’s library privileges.

In case of lost books, replacement of the same copy or of another title to be

approved by the chief librarian or payment of its current value plus 50% of the
cost of the book. If lost book is found, a fine of 10.00 per day for reserved books
and 5.00 per day for circulation books is computed from the due date until the
date of return, but not to exceed the current cost of the book. If current cost cannot
be assessed for certain reasons, 50 % will be added to the acquisition cost.

The same policy will be imposed upon the last borrower returning a
damaged, defaced or destroyed book or any other reading material which has not
been previously reported to the library staff that served him/her. The borrower is
therefore advised to examine the book before leaving the charging or loan counter
to avoid penalty. Defacing, tearing, damaging or mutilating a book or other
reading materials are other serious infraction of library rules and regulations.
Students or borrowers caught doing such infractions are to be reported to the
Administration for proper disciplinary action.

All books and other reading materials must be returned within the period
specified in the borrower’s card to avoid paying a penalty.

LIBRARY RULES AND REGULATIONS

The library is a place for quiet research and study. Order and discipline
therein must always be maintained.

1. Courtesy and good manners must be practiced in the library. When

requesting for books or any other material, the borrower must speak in a
low, respectful voice.
2. Silence is always to be observed. Loitering, reading aloud, boisterous
conversation, walking noisily, dragging of tables and chairs, etc. are to be
avoided. Cellphones should be switched off or set in silent mode. Do not
answer a call while inside the library.
3. Smoking and eating inside the library are absolutely prohibited.
4. Combing and grooming one’s hair while inside the library is not allowed.
5. Entering the library under the influence of liquor or drug is absolutely
prohibited.
6. When one is inside the library he/she should immediately seek an
available chair. Unnecessary roaming in the library is strictly prohibited.

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 7. Used books should be returned on the book cart. Their use as bookrest is
not allowed. Newspapers and magazines are to be returned to their proper
places in the newspaper or magazine rack.

LIBRARY SERVICES

LIBRARY LOAN

Charging and discharging of books are done in the reserve section.

Students can borrow one book at a time. Faculty members can borrow a
maximum of 3 books related to his/her teaching assignments per
semester.

BOOK DISPLAY

Newly acquired materials are placed on display shelves for

browsing for 1 month before finally shelving them in the circulation or
reserved section.

CURRENT AWARENESS

Relevant articles from recent periodicals in different disciplines are

posted in the current awareness bulletin. List of New acquisition is posted
in the bulletin board. A newsletter is also published twice a year to inform
the clients of the activities done by the library.
READERS ASSISTANCE

This is a service wherein staff assist clients on how and where to

locate information in the library, answers user's queries and formal and
informal instructions on how to use reference sources.

REFERRAL SERVICE

The Librarian issues referral letter to other libraries upon request.

Referral letters are issued within the day of request.

EXTERNAL USER'S SERVICE

Bicol College, Inc. Library admits researchers from other schools or

institutions. They must present a referral letter from the institution they
are connected with and pay the research fee of 50.00 pesos at the Cashier
and present the receipt to the library staff.

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LIBRARY ORIENTATION

An orientation for first year and transferee is conducted during the

first month of the first semester.

INTERNET SERVICE

Internet services is being provided in the Bicol College, Inc.

Library; 15 computer units are available provided for research purposes
only. Games, chat, pornography and encoding is strictly prohibited.
Library is also a WiFi Zone.

Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC)

The Bicol College, Inc. Library provides an Online Public Access

Catalog (OPAC). It is an online catalog of library resources which contains
biographical records of all printed, non-print publications and other
collections available to clients. This is a customized library system, which
utilizes web-based interface technology. The purpose of having the OPAC
system accessible online is to enable clients to check at any computer, via
the Internet, the availability of a materials or publication in the library. The
Card Catalog is likewise maintained for the convenience of library users.

PATHFINDER SERVICE
The Library provides a pathfinder which guide the users in the
selection of books by course.

INFORMATION DESK ASSISTANCE

The library staff assists users for a one-on-one consultation session
or query regarding the services and resources of the library.
LEISURE TIME ACTIVITY

A free educational film showing activity is offered by the library.

Students can enjoy educational movies during lunch break every
Wednesday. This activity aims to encourage students to make use of the
library, that instead or roaming around, or chatting with their friends
during their free time, they can enjoy the company of their friends while
learning and enjoying.

BIRTHDAY PREVILEGE

The Bicol College, Inc. community are given a special privileged on

the day of their natal day. The library want that their client would feel
something special on their birthday.

LIBRARY BOOK FAIR

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 Library book fair is being conducted yearly to give the faculty a
chance to personally evaluate and recommend books needed in their
respective course and for the students to suggest book titles needed. Book
dealers are invited to showcase their latest acquisitions.
LIBRARY HOURS

The Library is open on the following schedule:

Regular Semester Summer
Monday – Friday Monday-Sunday
6:30 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. 6:30 A.M.- 5:00 P.M
No noon break No noon break
Saturday- Sunday
6:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.

2. FOOD CENTER/CANTEEN
The Bicol College, Inc. food center offers nutritious dishes at student
prices. The center is open from 7:00am to 6:00pm.

3. COMPUTER LABORATORY/INTERNET SERVICES

The computer laboratories provide to the Bicol College, Inc. Community
internet access.

4. ALUMNI OFFICE
The Bicol College, Inc. alumni office caters to the needs of the alumni.
This office strengthens the alumni linkages nationwide as well as
worldwide activities of this office include get – together, reunions and
homecoming. The alumni office is responsible for the planning and
implementation of programs and project that strategically engage alumni
in strengthening programs and provide tangible benefits to alumni and
current students.

5. Community Outreach Office

The Bicol College, Inc. Community Outreach Office provides
programs and opportunities designed to develop social awareness,
personal internalization and meaningful contribution to nation-building.

All outreach activities shall be planned in coordination with the

Community Outreach Office. Outreach activities shall only be allowed
upon compliance to the documentary requirements and protocols of the
Office. Likewise, certificate of participation shall only be given upon
compliance to the post-implementation documents enumerated at the
Official Outreach Form.

A major award for graduating or non-graduating students shall be

given annually to recognize outstanding, sincere and consistent efforts in

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Service. A special medal and a plaque to deserving student is also given.

9.1. Center for Culture and Arts (Sentro para sa Kultura asin mga Sining)
A center for Culture and Arts is established under the Community
Outreach Office to focus on improving culture and arts-related activities to both
the students and the community. All concerned groups and individuals shall
coordinate with the Center to formalize and improve the culture and arts-related
activities of the Institution.

6. Sports and Athletics

7. Student Publication

8. Student Government/ Council

9. NSTP/ CWTS

SECTION 11. RESEARCH

The Bicol College, Inc. Research Center (BCIRC) provides necessary direction
and guidance to faculty members, employees and students to acquire higher level of
understanding skills and right attitudes in conducting research such as: thesis, case
study, business plan, feasibility study and dissertation.

VI THESIS/BUSINESS PLAN/FEASIBILITY STUDY/ACTION RESEARCH/CASE

STUDY/DISSERTION WRITING
Consistent with the requirements in article 5 sec.17 of CMO no. 53 series of 2007 shall
constitute:
1. The Thesis committee of graduate and undergraduate program shall be composed
of three members: one chairman, one internal member and one external member.
2. The evaluation of thesis, business plan, feasibility study, action research and
dissertation shall involve an oral examination by the research committee. In the graduate
program evaluation shall be done in three periods: proposal, pre-orals and final oral
defense, whereas in the undergraduate program it shall be done in two periods: proposal
and final defense.
3. All Research Office Forms (ROFs) can be secured by the student researchers in the
office of the Research Director except the monitoring form which can be secured from the
Office of the Registrar. As to the policies and guidelines, please refer to the Research
Manual.
4. In case of fortuitous events:

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 4.1 the Adviser should inform the Office of the Research Director in writing, the
reason/reasons why the defense will be rescheduled. Said letter, should be recommended
by the Research Director for the final approval by the Registrar who will reset the
defense. However, if the Adviser is absent because of a valid reason, the Research
professor will be the one to write and sign on behalf of the Adviser requesting the same.
4.2 It is the role of the Research professor to replace any absent member of the
research committee on the scheduled defense.
4.3 On the other hand, should any member of the student-researchers be absent the
defense shall be rescheduled.

VII. RESEARCH ORAL EXAMINATION RATINGS

CRITERIA WEIGHT for the Graduate Program

1. CONTENT 50%
2. PRESENTATION 30%
3. FORMAT 20%
TOTAL WEIGHT 100%

SCALE:

EdD/PhD MAEd/MM/MSCJ

98 – 100 97 – 100 Excellent (EX)

95 – 97 93 – 96 Very Satisfactory (VS)
92 – 94 89 – 92 Satisfactory (S)
89 – 91 85 – 88 Failed (No Rating)
CRITERIA for GRADING (Undergraduate Program)
For 3rd, 4th and 5th year students with research subjects

CLASS PARTICIPATION 25%

PROJECT (Research Output) 30%
*MAJOR EXAMINATION 30%
SHORT/LONG QUIZ 15%
TOTAL WEIGHT 100%

*major examination is REQUIRED

Criteria for Rating Research During the Defense

Oral Defense (40%)
Clarity of the Ideas and Facility of Language 10%
Mastery of the Topic 25%

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Research Quality (60%)

Substance 30%
Mechanics 15%
Style and Format 15%
Total 100%

VIII. APPENDICES

A. Republic Act No. 9165 – An act instituting the comprehensive

Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, repeating Republic Act No. 6425,
otherwise known as the Dangerous Drugs Act of 1972, as
amended, providing therefore, and for other purposes.

B. Republic Act No. 8049 – An act regulating hazing and other forms
of Initiation Rites in Fraternities, Sororities, and Organizations
and providing penalties therefore.
C. Preventive measure against violence and sanction on fraternities and
another student organization.
D. Republic Act No. 7877 – An act declaring sexual harassment
unlawful in the employment, education and training environment
and for the other purposes.
E. Republic Act No. 7079 – Act providing for the development and
promotion of campus journalism and fir other purposes.
F. Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of The National Service
Training Program (NSTP) Act of 2001.

G. Republic Act No. 10627- Anti-Bullying (the “Act”), aims to protect children
from being bullied. It requires Schools to adopt policies to address the existence of
bullying in their respective institutions.
H. CHED Memorandum Order No. 63, series of 2017- Policies and
Guidelines on Local Off-Campus Activities

I. Student Activity Policy Guidelines & Procedures

J. RA 7277- Magna Carta for Persons with Disabilities

K. RA 9418-Volunteer Act of 2007

L. RA 8504- Philippine AIDS Prevention and Control Act of 1998

M. RA 7610 – Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and

Discrimination Act

N. CHED Memorandum Order No. 63, series of 2017 – Policies and Guidelines on
Local Off-Campus Activities.

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DATA PRIVACY CONSENT/AGREEMENT

Bicol College, Inc. - College of Criminal Justice Education recognize its

responsibilities under the Republic Act No. 10173 (Act), also known as the Data
Privacy Act of 2012, with respect to the data they obtained from this personal data
sheet and stored within the Department's/Institute's authorized information
system and will only be accessed by Bicol College, Inc. and College of Criminal
Justice Education authorized personnel.

Furthermore, the information collected and stored in the system shall only
be used the following purposes:

Announcements / promotions of events, programs, courses and other activities

offered/organized by the institute and its partners; and activities pertaining to
establishing relations with alumni and students as authorized.
BC and CCJE shall not disclose any personal information without the consent of
the student's (on-going and alumni) and shall retain this information protected.

STDENT'S CONSENT/AGREEMENT

I have read the College Data Privacy Statement and express my consent for
the Bicol College Inc. and College Of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE) to
collect, record, organize, update or modify, retrieve, consult, use, consolidate,
block, erase, or destruct my personal data as part of my information.

I hereby affirm my right to be informed, object to processing, access and rectify,

suspend or withdraw my personal data, and be indemnified in case of damages
pursuant to the provisions of the Republic Act No. 10173 of the Philippines, Data
Privacy Act of 2012 and its corresponding Implementing Rules and Regulations.

___________________________ __________________
Signature over printed name Date

Collected and retrieved by

_______________________ ________________
BICOL COLLEGE HYMN

Hail Bicol College

First bright star of Albay,
Spring of all wisdom,
Harkin to over over voices,
Praise your glorious name
Beloved alma mater
Here we stand for you.

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 Chorus

Our songs for you shall keep on ringing

Ever your name, shall linger land a sea,
Ever our love, for you will remain,
our souls shall ream but shall always return
to you who are our dearest home.

(REPEAT CHORUS)

COURSES OFFERED

MAED, MM, CRIMINOLOGY, LIBERAL ARTS, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION,

EDUCATION (BSEd, BEEd), HIGH SCHOOL & ELEMENTARY
Accredited by PACUCOA

GRADUATE/POST GRADUATE COURSE

 Doctor of Education (EdD)
 Doctor of Philosophy in Management (PhD Mgt)
 Master of Arts in Education (MAEd)
 Master in Education
 Master of Science in Criminology (MSCrim)
 Master in Management (MM)
 Plan A – With Thesis
 Plan B – Non-Thesis
 ETEEAP – Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation
Program
POST UNDERGRADUATE COURSE
 Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES
 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
 Bachelor of Elementary Education (BEEd)
 Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSEd)
 Bachelor of Arts (AB)
 Bachelor of Library & Information Sciences (BLIS)
 Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA)
 Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS)
 Bachelor of Science in Criminology (BSCRIM – Regular)
 Bachelor of Science in Criminology (BSCRIM – Ladderized)
 Security Services I Security Services II
 Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management (BSHM)
 Certificate in Teaching in the Elementary Level (CTE)
 Certificate in Teaching in the Secondary Level (CTS)

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 TVET COURSES
 2-Year Associate in Computer Technology (ACT)
 2-Year Computer Hardware Servicing (CHS)
 2-Year Hotel & Restaurant Services (HRS)
 2-Year Midwifery

1-Year Caregiving
COMPLETE HIGH SCHOOL
TESDA Courses
COMPLETE ELEMENTARY (I-VI)
 Baking
 Bartending PREPARATORY (PREP)
 Housekeeping
KINDERGARTEN
 Food & Beverages Services
BC KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL (Kilicao
FOREWORD Extension – FREE)
* Main Outreach Projects of BC *
“At his best, man is the noblest of all animals; separated from the law
and justice he is worst”.
- Aristotle

Through a series of invigorating consultative meetings with the

different Deans, Program Chairs and Departmental Directors, the
new and revised Student Handbook was approved by President
Maria Luz T. Macasinag, DBA last _______________________ to
be effective this Academic Year 2018-2019; and now your Office of
Student Affairs has finally printed and delivered it to you. Like any
other educational institutions, Bicol College, Inc. promulgates rules,
standards and procedures by which all its members must abide.
Through this written laws, organizations like Bicol College, Inc, is
able to function like a well-oiled machine; Students would know
how to conduct themselves and Professors well-versed with the
standards the student body needs to adhere to. Bicol College, Inc.
would not be where it would be now - a powerhouse educational
institution in Albay known for its excellent programs, and
outstanding graduates - without its sacred laws.

My dear BCeans, this handbook can be viewed in two ways. One,

merely as a set of rules to be followed; second, as a guide on how
you can get the best out of your journey in Bicol College, Inc. I
hope and pray, that you perceive it as the latter.

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I wish you all a peaceful and fruitful stay in the first bright star of
Albay - Bicol College, Inc.

Maria Bernarda L. Trinidad

Dean, Office of Student Affairs/Student Personnel Services

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Cor. J.P.Rizal & R.F. Tabuena Sts.
Daraga, Albay
www.bicolcollege.edu.ph
SY 2018-2019

STUDENT MANUAL

Walk hand in hand to the road of Excellence

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