It was subsequently authorized to offer complete courses in Agriculture, Forestry, Education and Arts through BOR Resolution No.

Despite this elevation into a collegiate unit, MSU Buug operated under its budget as high school entity.

It was placed under the direct supervision of the Office of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (External Studies).

581-OP, MSU-Buug was revitalized by the modification of its structure which subsequently transferred the supervision of the Unit to the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.

All freshmen applicants should take and pass the Mindanao State University System Admission and Scholarship Examination (SASE).