Divine Word University (DWU) 2024 Selections Lists PDF Updates for Prospective Students

Divine Word University (DWU), with its diverse campuses across Papua New Guinea, is pleased to provide information regarding the upcoming 2024 Acceptance Lists for various student categories. Similar to the University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG), DWU releases four separate lists to inform applicants of their admission status:

• New Intake Grade 12 School Leavers (SL) Acceptance List: This list announces students accepted for undergraduate studies directly from Grade 12, fulfilling their academic aspirations.

• Non-School Leavers (NSL) Acceptance List: This list recognizes the diverse paths to higher education by acknowledging students accepted for undergraduate studies who are not categorized as school leavers, including mature-aged learners and transfer students.

• Continuing Students Progression List: This list confirms the continuation of studies for currently enrolled DWU students who have successfully progressed to the next academic year, ensuring their academic journey continues uninterrupted.

• Re-enrolled Students Acceptance List: This list welcomes back students who have chosen to re-enrol in their studies at DWU after a period of absence, providing them with the opportunity to rekindle their academic pursuits.

Please note: The specific dates for the release of these lists will be announced by the Higher Education Department in collaboration with DWU - click here for the 2024 Publication Date of the Acceptance Lists for PNG Universities. 

Meanwhile, stay informed about the latest updates through official university channels. PNG Insight will bring you the latest updates when/as they are released.

DWU 2024 Acceptance Lists Availability

The PDF acceptance lists for each DWU campus will be available for download below when they are officially published: 

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• Divine Word University - DWU Madang Campus

• LSH Kabaleo - Rabaul Campus

• St. Benedict School of Nursing - Boram

• St. Benedicts Campus - Wewak

• St. Mary's Vunapope - Rabaul Campus

We encourage applicants to carefully review the relevant list for their category once released. At PNG Insight, we know that DWU is committed to providing accessible and high-quality education. Their updates always come out on time for their past and present counting students.

The 2024 Continuing Students List was released on 12 December 2023 - check it out here.

Divine Word University (DWU) 2024 Selections Lists 

Divine Word University (DWU) will also publish the final list for new students on its website for the upcoming academic year. This list will display your Tertiary Education Study Assistance Scheme (HECAS & AES) status, as well as registration details, orientation dates, and fees.

Therefore, please check the university website for the 2024 TESAS Awards List, which is typically released in January.

Here's what the Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (DHERST) has stated regarding this year's selections:

• All selected students should obtain their Admission or Acceptance Letter from the chosen tertiary institution. By now, most institutions should have emailed or posted these letters.

• For School Leavers: The National Admission Pool's post-selection process is still ongoing. Eligible students who did not receive a place on the initial selection day should regularly check their NOAS account for any offers from institutions. If an offer is present, kindly accept or decline it by clicking the relevant button.

DWU 2024 TESAS & HELP: Students Scholarship Status

Here's what prospective students should know regarding PNG government scholarships, TESAS and HELP:

TESAS:

• The TESAS list will be published before the academic year starts usually the mid to late January.
• If awarded a TESAS scholarship (AES or HECAS), you'll receive a scholarship offer letter through your NOAS account.
• Ensure you access your NOAS account to accept the terms and conditions of your award if your name appears on the TESAS list.

HELP:

• The Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP) is available to all students, regardless of TESAS status.
• To be eligible, applicants must become registered students by complying with the admission/registration policies of their tertiary institution.

For more information about the selections, HELP or TESAS, please do not hesitate to contact DHERST:

• email noassupport@dherst.gov.pg, help@dherst.gov.pg; 
• call 301 2000; 
• visit NSLS Haus, DHERST Ground Floor Office, Waigani, Port Moresby