Cagayan State University, was established in 1978 by a Charter and it was Signed into Law as Presidential Degree No.

Cagayan State University's governance is vested in the Board of Regents, which has 12 members and is the highest decision-making body in the CSU system.

These vice presidents play a crucial role in overseeing and managing different aspects of the university's operations.

This organizational structure allows for efficient decision-making and effective implementation of strategies to address the university's diverse needs.

They collaborate with various stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and students, to ensure that the campus operates efficiently and effectively.

CSU has made architectural upgrades to inspire better expectations among its underprivileged students, including new buildings and comfort rooms on all campuses.

This service greatly enhanced the institution's ability to support scholarly pursuits and stay at the forefront of educational technology.

It is unique in that students pay fiduciary fees of two to three thousand pesos every semester for specified reasons such as a library, laboratory facilities, and infrastructure development rather than tuition costs.

As a member of PASUC and SCUAA, CSU actively engages in these events to showcase the skills and talents of its athletes.