Important Information for Filipino Deaf and Hard of Hearing Applicants of the Bachelor in Applied Deaf Studies Program
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Welcome to the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde School of Deaf Education and Applied Studies (Benilde SDEAS)!
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Grade 12 students or high school graduates can apply for the 1st term of the Academic Year 2024-2025. Bachelor in Applied Deaf Studies (BAPDST) offers 3 tracks: Business Outsourcing Services Management, Visual Media Arts, or Entrepreneurship.
Please take note of the following important schedules for 1st Term, AY 2024-2025.
College Application Period:
- Batch 1: October 16-December 15, 2023
- Batch 2: December 16, 2023-March 31, 2024
- Applications made after March 31 will be open for paying applicants only.
Note: The scholarship application is open for Batch 1 and 2 only. See Step 8 below.
Release of Results Online:
Admissions and Scholarship results will be released via email to the applicants between March to May 2024.
Start of Classes:
August 2024 (1st term, AY 2024-2025)
Testing Date:
The Benildean Entrance Exam (BEE) is waived for 1st Term AY 2024-2025 applications. As an alternative to the BEE, the Center for Admissions will assess the student’s previous grades and review their admission requirements. Incomplete submission of requirements will not be processed. Interviews & other forms of assessment may also be required by the SDEAS for Deaf applicants.
Tip: It is best to submit the application and supporting documents as early as possible.
To learn more about Benilde SDEAS, watch this video featuring answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
Admission Application Flowchart
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Step 1:
Click on the links below to view videos in FSL and read written documents for the requirements and procedures.
- List of Admission Application Requirements for 1st-year Applicants
- BAPDST Program Requirements
- List of Requirements for Transferee Deaf or Hard of Hearing Applicants (if applicable)
Step 2:
Before filling out the online form at the DLS-CSB Admissions Application Portal, make sure you select as follows:
Step 2.1: Click “Apply” button (green).
Step 2.2: Select School Year Application Form Type.
- 2024-2025 UNDERGRADUATE-FIRST YEAR COLLEGE; or
- 2024-2025 UNDERGRADUATE-TRANSFER STUDENT (if you wish to transfer to DLS-CSB after enrolling in other colleges or universities, you can select as transfer student.)
Step 2.3: Click “Create Application” button (blue) and select.
- Application is made as a: “FIRST YEAR COLLEGE STUDENT” or “TRANSFER STUDENT”
- For Academic Year: “2024-2025” and “1ST TRIMESTER”
Complete the Online Application Form at https://apps1.benilde.edu.ph/apply.
Note: FSL instructional videos are available for the admission online portal process.
Step 3:
Pay the Php 200 Application Fee. Click on the following link to view the Payment Procedures for the Admissions Processing Fee.
Step 4:
Scan the following documents:
- Accomplished Online Application Form with signature
- Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) birth certificate
- Proof of Payment – Php 200 Application Fee (see STEP 3)
- Other required documents (see STEP 1)
Send all scanned documents via email to undergraduate.application@benilde.edu.ph with the subject heading “[BAPDST] Application Requirements Submission”.
Below is a sample.
NOTE: Avoid sending multiple emails, just send one (1) email containing all of the requirements. Only those with complete requirements will be processed.
STEP 5:
Wait for the Benilde Center for Admissions to email you about the result of your application on or before May 31, 2024. You may also check the online portal website. Please check your spam or junk mail folder to make sure you don’t miss any of our emails.
STEP 6:
Accepted and conditionally accepted applicants may confirm their degree slot by paying the reservation fee and submitting the original confirmation/enrollment documents to the Center for Admissions. Submit hard copies of original documents (see STEP 1: List of Requirements) to our office.
Office Address:
De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Center for Admissions
2544 Taft Avenue Malate, Manila 1004, Philippines
STEP 7:
Read important reminders you must know.
STEP 8:
If you would like to apply for a Scholarship Grant, please see the Scholarship Application Procedures.
Good luck! We look forward to seeing your BAPDST applications!
For questions and clarifications, you may contact Benilde Admissions Center or Benilde SDEAS from Mondays to Fridays, 8:00 AM to 12:00 NN and 1:00PM to 5:00PM.
For voice calls only (Viber), contact us at 8230 5100 local 1801 or 0917 772 6466 / 0917 552 6466
For video calls in Filipino Sign Language (FSL) only, please make a video call with Mr. Charvie – 09175638930 (Viber).