Founded in 1971, Saint Joseph Institute of Technology is a private higher-education institution located in the medium city of Butuan City (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Caraga Region. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Saint Joseph Institute of Technology (SJIT) is a coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Saint Joseph Institute of Technology (SJIT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. SJIT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.