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ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳-IIT ranks 101-200 in SDGs 1 and 2 globally for its impactful initiatives

by Michelle Jeanne Casiple Caracut | Jun 18 2025

width=660Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology (ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳-IIT) has secured a prestigious spot in the 101-200 global bracket for both SDG 1 (No Poverty) and SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, highlighting its commitment to impactful initiatives addressing poverty and hunger.

ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳-IIT’s leap into the 101-200 bracket for SDG 1 and SDG 2 highlights the university’s effective strategies and community programs that directly address the most pressing needs of society—poverty alleviation and food security. These results reflect the university’s strong partnerships, research, and outreach activities that have made a measurable difference in local and global communities.

SDG 1: No Poverty

  •   Current Rank: 101-200 out of 1,267 universities worldwide
  •   Previous Rank: 601-800 out of 1,093 universities worldwide  

SDG 2: Zero Hunger  

  •   Current Rank: 101-200 out of 955 universities worldwide  
  •   Previous Rank: 201-300 out of 803 universities worldwide 

ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳-IIT stands out as one of the few higher education institutions in the Philippines—and globally—to be ranked in all 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the 2025 THE Impact Rankings. This comprehensive achievement underscores the university’s holistic approach to sustainable development, integrating research, education, and community engagement across every SDG. 

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The university also demonstrated remarkable progress from its previous rankings, not only in SDGs 1 and 2 but also in several other goals:

  • SDG 5 (Gender Equality): improved to 301-400 from 801-1000  
  • SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth): advanced to 401-600 from 1001+  
  • SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities): now in 601-800 from 1001+  
  • SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals): progressed to 401-600 from 601-800

ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳-IIT’s overall rank also soared to the 801-1000 bracket out of 2,318 universities, a significant jump from its previous position in the 1001-1500 bracket out of 1,963 institutions.

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With the number of Philippine higher education institutions participating in the THE Impact Rankings more than doubling to 121 in 2025, ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳-IIT’s achievement is especially notable. The university continues to serve as a model for sustainability and academic excellence in the country and the region.

Chancellor Alizedney M. Ditucalan expressed pride in the university’s latest accomplishments, attributing the success to the dedication of faculty, staff, researchers, and students. 

“This achievement really shows how committed we are as a university—not just to tackling global challenges, but also to helping our country grow sustainably. It’s a proud moment for all of us because it proves we’re making a real difference, not just here in the Philippines but also on the world stage,” he said.

This year, ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳-IIT has distinguished itself as one of only six Philippine higher education institutions recognized in the latest Times Higher Education World and Asia University Rankings, affirming its position as a leader in research and societal contribution.

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