Boram School of Nursing
Wewak, Papua New Guinea
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 120
- International students
- 0%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1970
Overview
Boram School of Nursing, now officially known as the East Sepik College of Nursing (ESCON), is a health training institution located in Wewak, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea. The college was re-established in 2019 to address the critical shortage of healthcare professionals in the region. It operates in collaboration with the East Sepik Provincial Health Authority and has historically been affiliated with Divine Word University's St. Benedict's Campus. The school provides theoretical and clinical training at the Boram General Hospital (East Sepik Provincial Specialist Hospital), focusing on producing registered nurses to serve the rural and urban communities of Papua New Guinea.
Fields of study
- General Nursing
Accreditation: Papua New Guinea Nursing Council
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- February
- Application deadlines
- July 31st
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- wewakescon18@gmail.com
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
PGK 4,000 – PGK 8,000
A non-refundable application fee of K100 is required for non-school leaver applicants. Specific annual tuition rates are subject to DHERST and Provincial Government review.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in General NursingEnglish · Full Time | Diploma | 3 years | Varies | Varies | February |
Information last verified Sep 22, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.