What is Lapulapu-Cebu International College (LCIC)?

What is Lapulapu-Cebu International College (LCIC)?

LCIC (Lapulapu-Cebu International College) is neither a vocational school nor a college focused solely on language studies. It is an international university where local, Filipino students join international students from around the world learn to live and study English together across various specialized fields.

Recognized as a ‘college’ by the Philippine government in September 2021

  • ● All faculty members are experts with a master’s degree (or equivalent) in education!
  • ● Every faculty member undergoes extensive training based on LCIC’s educational philosophy!
  • ● Subjects that meet attendance, report, and exam standards are accredited as official credits at LCIC!

Campus Map

Campus Map

Philosophy of English Education

We strive to provide high-quality education and equip international students of all English proficiency levels with the following abilities.

  • ● Become globally competent.
  • ● Develop cross-cultural understanding.
  • ● Improve communication skills.

Led by an internationally award-winning, distinguished professor as the college president, LCIC upholds its educational philosophy.

President: Grace R. Gorospe – Jamon
President: Grace R. Gorospe – Jamon
■ Graduate of the University of the Philippines
■ Former Professor at the University of the Philippines
■ 40 years of teaching experience at the University of the Philippines
■ Recipient of multiple academic awards
■ Ranked in the top 3 for nearly 40 years in student evaluations
■ Recognized as ‘FWN 2022 Most Influential Filipina Woman in the World’

Degrees:
[1998] PhD in Political Science
[1981] Master of Arts in Political Science
[1976] Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Message from the President

The goal of LCIC is to promote international understanding through language and cultural experience. Located in the historic island of Mactan, Cebu, our campus will afford you to live with the community and enjoy the sights, traditions, and marine environment. Our language programs are designed to facilitate the attainment and learning in the five skills area of languages – reading, writing, speaking, listening and cultural adaptation. The ESL program of our school gives the students the ability to understand and speak the English language and experience Cebu with its gentle and mild-mannered people. In LCIC, students learn to become who they want to be and express themselves in their native, second, and foreign languages. We hope to welcome you in our campus someday and tour you around as you learn to speak and listen in our second language – English.

CELS (Center for English Language Studies) Director
Mark Ryen Anderson
CELS (Center for English Language Studies) Director
Mark Ryen Anderson
■ From the United States
■ Ed.D in Education from American University
■ Over 15 years of university instructional and leadership experience across Asia

LCIC-CELS, we’re building something extraordinary through authentic, meaningful, & transformative language learning experiences. With an emphasis on creating an active, engaging learning environment, we integrate language acquisition with cross-cultural collaboration, understanding, and a greater sense of sustainability. As a result, our alumni make lasting memories and international friendships while building on their Filipino experiences to become independent, multi-lingual, multicultural global citizens! We are incredibly excited to welcome you to study and grow with us in beautiful Cebu!

Executive Advisor for Study Abroad Programs
Michael Torpey
Executive Advisor for Study Abroad Programs
Michael Torpey
■ From Australia
■ PhD in Education from Columbia University
■ Over 20 years of experience teaching English in Japan

Our goal for international students is to become globally competent as well as improving communication skills through their studies in LCIC. Gain confidence in your ability to communicate by interacting with the friendly Filipino students. Take this step forward to become more independent and learn a new culture in a supportive academic environment!

University Overview

Institution Type: Privately Incorporated University Established:
September 2021
Campus Area: 64,803㎡ Student Capacity: 2,000 (500 new admissions per year)
Building Area: Campus Buildings: 23,650㎡ Dormitories: 10,500㎡ International Student Capacity: 492