Siargao Island Institute of Technology is a private non-sectarian higher education institution in Dapa, Surigao del Norte, Philippines, on Siargao Island. It offers both Senior High School and college programs aimed at preparing students for professional careers while serving the local community.
đź“ś History
- Founded in 1995 by Dr. Sol F. Matugas and associates with support from the Siargao Foundation.
- The school’s initial mission was to provide affordable quality education to students from Siargao and neighboring islands.
- Early offerings included computer science and education programs; later it expanded with more degrees and facilities.
đź“Ť Location
- It’s located on the National Highway, Barangay 12, Dapa, Surigao del Norte, Philippines — roughly on the north side of Dapa.
🎓 Programs Offered
SIIT’s academic offerings include a mix of degree programs across several fields, such as:
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Office Administration
- Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management
- Bachelor of Science in Criminology
- Bachelor of Secondary Education (e.g., Mathematics)
- Bachelor of Elementary Education
(These degrees are typically 4-year college courses.)
In addition, the institute also appears in the TESDA (technical/vocational) listings for short courses like Bookkeeping NC III, Housekeeping NC II, Security Services NC II, and Driving NC II, indicating it offers or partners for tech-voc programs too.
🎓 Admissions & Scholarships
- SIIT admits students to both high school and college tracks; requirements include academic records, clearances, photos, and sometimes an entrance test.
- There are scholarship opportunities, such as academic merit grants, government-assisted subsidies (like the Tertiary Education Subsidy), and special institutional aid.
đź“ž Contact
- Phone: 0946 803 3388
- Website: siit.edu.ph (official site)
