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Welcome to Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU), a premier Catholic educational institution located in the heart of Koronadal City, South Cotabato. Established in 1948 and guided by the charism of the Marist Brothers, NDMU has become a beacon of excellence, molding individuals into compassionate leaders and professionals committed to service and transformation.
 

NDMU offers a comprehensive range of programs across Basic Education, College, and Graduate School, fostering holistic development and academic excellence. Our diverse offerings include disciplines in Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Education, Engineering, Architecture, and Computing, Law, and more.
 

At NDMU, we embrace a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and faith, integrating academic rigor, ethical values, and community engagement into every facet of education. With state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated faculty, and a vibrant campus life, we aim to provide a transformative learning experience that prepares our students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Join us at Notre Dame of Marbel University as we continue our mission of "to educate in the way of Mary, our Good Mother", empowering individuals to contribute meaningfully to society and pursue lives of purpose, leadership, and faith.
 

"Ad Jesum per Mariam – To Jesus through Mary."

Vision and Mission

Vision
 

Inspired by the charism of St. Marcellin Champagnat, Notre Dame of Marbel University envisions to be a Catholic Marist institution of learning dedicated to the spiritual, moral and academic formation of men and women who exemplify competence and social responsibility in the service of God and humanity.

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Mission

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As a Catholic institution founded on Marist traditions, Notre Dame of Marbel University commits itself to:

  1. Build Character – by providing quality Christian education to the youth making them capable of being leaven for responsible Christian living;

  2. Develop Competence – by promoting the principles of quality education and by generating new knowledge that fosters human development and advancement of the society; and

  3. Respect Culture – by inculcating the principles of cultural solidarity, by instilling appreciation and preservation of the Filipino cultural heritage, and by promoting the Marist tradition where students are progressively initiated into their life-long challenge of harmonizing faith, culture and life.

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Motto
 

“Character, Competence and Culture in harmony”

Objectives

The Vision-Mission of Notre Dame of Marbel University is capsulated in three words:  Character, Competence and Culture.

 

In view of this, NDMU aims to:

  • provide programs of studies responsive to the educational needs of the  local, national and international communities;

  • uphold educational excellence and spiritual/moral formation;

  • train competent individuals imbued with a sense of nationalism and social responsibility;

  • engage in researches for human development and advancement of society;

  • inculcate respect for and appreciation of cultural diversity;

  • develop innovative programs that contribute to the enhancement of peace and development;

  • create relevant  community involvement programs responsive to the needs of the poor especially the disadvantaged youth;

  • promote active participation in the activities of the local Church in fulfilling her vision, mission and thrusts;

  • network and collaborate with partner agencies in enhancing the mission; and

  • instill the Marist Spirit and tradition embodied in the motto “All to Jesus through Mary.”

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How It All Started

Located in South Cotabato, Philippines, Notre Dame of Marbel University (NDMU) is a sectarian institution with a rich history dating back to 1946. Founded by the Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) and the Religious of the Virgin Mary (RVM) Sisters, it was the first high school in South Cotabato and Koronadal Valley. The Marist Brothers of the Schools (FMS) took over its management in 1950, gradually transforming it into Notre Dame of Marbel College (NDMC) and later into a university in 1992.

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NDMU has pioneered academic excellence and community service, establishing programs in education, business, IT, engineering, nursing, criminology, and more. The university also leads in peace advocacy, environmental programs, and volunteerism, receiving awards from CHED, NEDA, and other institutions.

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With a commitment to innovation, NDMU continues to expand its facilities, research initiatives, and community engagement, ensuring quality education that shapes leaders and professionals who contribute to society.

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