In the updated rankings by Alper-Dodger (AD) Scientific Index, this 2023, eleven (11) faculty of the CSU are recognized as scientists of Cotabato State University, based on their citation impact and publication in peer-reviewed academic journals. This includes Dr. Tarhata S. Guiamalon (Rank 1); Dr. Maripaz C. Abas (Rank 2); Dr. Ombra A. Imam (Rank 3); Dr. Montadzah A. Abdulgani (Rank 4); Dr. Jonathan M. Mantikayan (Rank 5); Dr. Sema G. Dilna (Rank 6); Dr. Saidamin P. Bagolong (Rank 7); Pembain G. Hariraya-(Rank 8); Dr. Joanie T. Haramain (Rank 9); Armia K. Dilna (Rank 10); and Dr. Armia U. Ebrahim (Rank 11).