All students, parents, and sponsors are advised of the UPNG Fee Structure for the 2027 Academic Year, as approved by the University Council 2026. Please ensure that you read the accompanying notes for clarification. All fees are in PNG Kina.
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1. Compulsory Fees Payable by All PNG Undergraduate and Honours Students.
| TESAS and HELP | Corporate Sponsors (inc Provincial Govts) | Self-funded | UPNG Scholarship students* |
|---|---|---|---|
| K4, 500.00 | K9, 0000.00 | K4, 500.00 | K3, 765.00 |
* UPNG will offer scholarships at K3765 for new students who demonstrate genuine financial challenges. Such students would commit to giving UPNG 200hrs of voluntary work each year
2. UPNG Pathway Programs (Social Science, Business and Science) – 1 year.
| TESAS and HELP | Corporate Sponsors (inc Provincial Govts) | Self-funded | UPNG Scholarship students* |
|---|---|---|---|
| K3, 000.00 | K3, 000.00 | K3, 000.00 | K3, 000.00 |
UPNG pathway programs are 1 year programs aimed at students who want to maximise their success before commencing their degree. Programs focus on improving learning, digital and STEM skills. Successful completion guarantee acceptance into relevant degree programs.
3. Fees Payable by Undergraduate South Pacific Students and Other International Students.
| Band | South Pacific Students | Other International Students |
|---|---|---|
| Natural and Physical Sciences and all STEM programs (Maths, IT) | K13, 795.00 | K27, 465.00 |
| Accounting, Business, Law, and other Humanities and Social Sciences | K10, 235.00 | K21, 850.00 |
| Other programs | K12, 200.00 | K26,500.00 |
4. Accommodation Fees for Residential Students (inclusive of meals, WiFi). Per Student.
| Fee Category | Waigani Campus |
|---|---|
| Basic Twin Share | K10, 835.00 |
| Single Room | K12, 510.00 |
| Single/Double with Ensuite | K14,010.00 |
| Games Village (Twin Share) | K15,180.00 |
IMPORTANT NOTES ON FEES
1. All students must pay the Compulsory Fees online comprising the tuition fee, service fee, administrative fee, and SRC fee. Fees are Students responsibility.
2. New Students
2.1 Compulsory Fees payable by Postgraduate Students and International Students, including Undergraduate and Postgraduate South Pacific Students and dependents of UPNG Expatriate Staff do not include residential, service, administrative, or SRC fees. All such students will pay K615.00 in addition to their annual tuition fees every year.
2.2 All new students who have been selected to study at UPNG will receive a Letter of Offer and an Invoice prior to 1st February 2027.
2.3 New students must pay the Compulsory Fees, online, in full, by Monday 1st February 2027 to avoid the automatic withdrawal of your offer and place at the University.
2.4 Online and blended learning is now a University requirement, so all new students who have been selected to study at UPNG must bring his or her own laptop.
3. New and Continuing Students
3.1 Fees payable by students on TESAS Scholarships may be adjusted, based on the level of subsidy specified by the Department of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (DHERST), under TESAS. Students are required to pay the compulsory fees, online, in order to register.
3.2 Please note that accommodation on campus is not guaranteed. The allocation of available rooms in halls of residence is subject to full
payment of the compulsory fees, plus at least 50% of the Board & Lodging fees by Wednesday 3rd February 2027.
3.3 If you require accommodation on campus, on your arrival, please pay in full the compulsory fees, plus at least 50% of the prescribed
accommodation fees, as advised, prior to taking occupancy of your room.
3.4 A refundable Security Bond fee of K1000.00 must be paid by all residential students before occupying their allocated rooms. Bond will
only be refunded if rooms are not damaged.
4. Continuing Students
4.1 The Proforma Invoice is for the full payment of the Compulsory Fees, online, by Monday 1st February 2027. No lesser/excess fee payment will be accepted by the system for online registration. Any queriesconcerning your Invoice please email
4.2 Any continuing students who fail to meet the minimum GPA requirements for progression into the next year of his or her studies MUST NOT RETURN to the University in 2027. If you are unsure of your status, please check the UPNG Website, or contact your school immediately.
4.3 Students are fully responsible for the payment of outstanding fees that have not been paid by their respective sponsors from previous years, including 2026.
4.4 Student debtors will only be allowed to register, if all outstanding debts accumulated up to, and including 2026, plus the Compulsory Fees for 2027 are paid IN FULL by Monday 1st February 2027. Otherwise, DO NOT RETURN to the University.
4.5 No Letter of Guarantee will be accepted as a requirement for students to register. All compulsory fees must be paid, online, in full, by the required deadlines in order to register.
5. Payments
5.1 All fees must be paid online on the University Information System (UIS) using the BSP Pay platform. The guidelines for information on how to pay the compulsory fees online can be accessed from this link <<Guide to pay fees and register course online>>. Read the manual and understand the steps before attempting to pay the compulsory fees online.
5.2 The University will not accept any cash payment for Compulsory Fees into the Tuition Fee Account, except for the board and lodging fee and for those studying through Open College. The online platform for payment of Compulsory Fees using BSP Pay will be available by
Monday, 18 January 2027.
Authorised by
PROFESSOR IAN FINDLAY
Vice Chancellor & Acting Registrar