University of Guam

Mangilao, Guam, United States · Est. 1952 · Public University

Guam's public land-grant university serving the Pacific region since 1952.

  • Founded in 1952 as Territorial College of Guam; became land-grant institution in 1972
  • Public land-grant university with ~3,904 students and 180 faculty
  • Located in Mangilao, Guam on 161-acre rural campus
  • Offers 32 bachelor's degrees and 20 master's degrees across six schools
  • Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
  • 94% of students are Asian-Pacific Islander; 72% attend full-time

Academics

The University of Guam operates six schools: College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, College of Natural & Applied Sciences, School of Business & Public Administration, School of Education, School of Engineering, and Margaret Perez Hattori-Uchima School of Health. The university offers 32 undergraduate degree programs and 20 master's degree programs, including specialized options in nursing, social work, business administration, and education. Several professional programs hold program-specific accreditation from nationally recognized organizations beyond the institution's WASC regional accreditation.

Campus & Student Life

The university occupies a 161-acre rural campus in Mangilao, Guam. Students can access the RFK Memorial Library, Calvo Field House, and various research centers including the Micronesian Area Research Center (MARC), Cancer Research Center, and Water and Environmental Research Institute (WERI). Athletics resumed in 2019 after a 16-year hiatus, with approximately 9 sports currently offered. The university supports 54 extracurricular clubs and provides on-campus housing, dining, and comprehensive student services.

Research & Outreach

UOG maintains significant research infrastructure through its land-grant and sea-grant designations, operating multiple research centers focused on island sustainability, marine science, and regional development. The university engages the community through the Center for Island Sustainability, Guam Procurement Technical Assistance Center, Isla Center for the Arts, and various summer camps. Extension programs and the UOG Press support knowledge dissemination across the Pacific region.

Admissions

The university offers undergraduate, graduate, and non-degree admission pathways. Specific admission requirements and deadlines are available through the official admissions portal. The institution serves a diverse student population with particular strength in recruiting from Guam and the broader Pacific region.

Founded
1952
Type
Public University
Courses
15
Total intake
Not yet verified
AffiliationLand-grant, Sea-grant, Space-grant
Websitehttps://www.uog.edu/
HousingAvailable
Some details are still being verified.

Quick stats

Courses offered
15
Avg career outcomes
$35.9K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
Yes
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources