Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? The University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) welcomes applications from qualified non-school leavers for the 2024 academic year. This guide will walk you through the online application process, ensuring a smooth and successful experience.
Eligibility and Program Selection
Before diving into the application steps, it's crucial to ensure you meet the program's specific requirements. UPNG offers a diverse range of programs, but not all are open to non-school leavers.
Head to the UPNG website and access the Applicant Portal User Manual. Within the manual, you'll find Table-1 (in this article - complete guide to apply to UPNG), which details the programs accepting non-school leaver applications.
Registration, Application Fees & Submission
The application process is designed to be user-friendly. Begin by visiting the UPNG website and locate the "Sign Up" page. Create a login account, granting you access to the Applicant Portal, where you'll complete the online application form.
There's a non-refundable application fee associated with your program choice. For undergraduate programs, a K20 fee is payable online through BSP Pay within the UPNG Applicant Portal.
For postgraduate diplomas, honors programs (excluding School of Business & Public Policy), and Master's programs, a K50 fee is payable into UPNG General Account No: 1000583572 (BSP Waigani). Be sure to include your name and the deposit date clearly on the deposit slip.
For additional program-specific application details, it's recommended to contact the respective school directly. The Applicant Portal provides email addresses for each school:
- School of Business & Public Policy: mn_sbpp@upng.ac.pg
- School of Humanities & Social Sciences: mb_shss@upng.ac.pg
- School of Natural & Physical Sciences: gv_snps@upng.ac.pg
- School of Medicine & Health Sciences: rk_smhs@upng.ac.pg
Once you've reviewed all the notices, proceed to the Applicant Portal to sign up and initiate your application.
