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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• LSH Kabaleo - Rabaul Campus

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• 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

IBS University Selection List PDF for 2025

Download the IBS University Selection List PDF for 2025. This list shows the names, courses and SLF numbers of the 2024 Grade 12 students who applied through the National Online Application System. 

IBS University Selection List PDF 2025

How to Check IBS University Selection List 2025

Tips for checking your selection status:

• 1) Download the PDF file
• 2) In the 'Find' bar (smartphones) or 'Search bar (PC/Mac) enter your SLF number
• 3) Hit 'Enter' to check your selection status. 

If your SLF number appears, you are being selected for IBS University for the 2025 academic year. 

What now?

The institution will send you an acceptance letter and also publish this selection list on its website and social media pages.

You must confirm your selection and scholarship selection status before the academic year starts.

Here are the selection lists for PNG Universities.

University of Goroka (UoG) 2026 Selections, Admission and Acceptance Lists Updates

The University of Goroka (UOG) publishes four separate lists to inform students of their admission status for various categories, yearly. These are:

• New Intake Grade 12 School Leavers (SL) Acceptance List: This list names students who have been accepted for undergraduate studies as school leavers directly from Grade 12.

• Non-School Leavers (NSL) Acceptance List: This list names students who have been accepted for undergraduate studies who are not school leavers (e.g., mature-aged students, transfer students).

• Continuing Students Progression List: This list confirms the continuation of studies for currently enrolled students who have successfully progressed to the next academic year.

• Re-enrolled Students Acceptance List: This list names students who have been accepted to re-enrol in their studies after a period of absence.

Please note: The specific dates for the release of these lists will be announced by UOG and the Higher Education Department (DHERST). Get the latest updates on UOG in on PNG Insight here.

UOG Acceptance List for 2026: Accessing and Downloading the Lists

The University of Goroka and the Higher Education Department officially release these lists at specified times towards the end of the year and early new year. Once released, you can access and download the lists as follows:

• SL: Download the Official 2026 UOG Acceptance List on the DHERST website.
• NSL and other lists: Download directly from DHERST and UOG websites.

In addition to the DHERST and UOG websites, PNG Insight provides a helpful resource with quick links to access the non-school leavers and school leavers selection lists for 2026 as soon as they become available. Check out the UOG acceptance list download page.

We will update this page as/when UOG releases the acceptance list for the 2025 Selections Lists for the 2026 academic year.

NSL, re-admit and continuing students' TESAS status

For non-school leavers, readmitted, and continuing students, it's mandatory to confirm your TESAS status. This means ascertaining whether you're currently receiving either AES or HECAS funding.

Additionally, you should explore how to apply for HELP, the PNG government's student loan scheme. This article provides valuable insights into both TESAS and HELP, which you'll find helpful.

If you are waiting for the UOG Non-school Leavers Selection List 2026, check out this article for more info.

UoG TESAS Scholarship: HECAS & AES List 2026

The University of Goroka will also publish its final list of new students on its website. This list will include your TESAS (HECAS & AES) status, registration and orientation dates, and fees.

Therefore, for the University of Goroka's 2026 selection lists, typically released in January, check the official website or contact the university directly.

DHERST advises all selected students to obtain their Admission or Acceptance Letter from their chosen university. Most institutions should have already sent out these letters by now, either by email or post.

For School Leaver selections in 2025, DHERST reminds students that post-selection is still ongoing through the National Admission Pool. If you didn't secure a place initially, check your NOAS account regularly for potential offers from other institutions. You can accept or decline these offers directly within your NOAS account.

DHERST TESAS (HECAS & AES) and HELP Notice

The Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (DHERST) expects new and continuing students to know about the Tertiary Education Study Assistance Scheme (TESAS) and the Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP):

TESAS:

• Award Notification: Successful applicants for TESAS scholarships will be notified before the 2026 academic year starts through the publication of a comprehensive list called the TESAS Award Lists.

• Offer Letters: DHERST will subsequently issue official TESAS Scholarship Offer Letters directly to awardees through their individual National Online Application System (NOAS) accounts.

• Acceptance of Terms: Students awarded a TESAS scholarship (AES or HECAS category) must access their NOAS accounts and formally accept the scholarship's terms and conditions to secure their award.

HELP:

• Universal Access: The HELP program offers financial assistance to all eligible students, regardless of their TESAS status.
• Eligibility Requirements: To qualify for HELP funding, applicants must be registered students at their chosen tertiary institution, adhering to all relevant admission and registration procedures.

All eligible students to actively pursue these valuable scholarship and loan options to support their academic aspirations. Please refer to the official DHERST website or contact your institution's student support services for further details and application procedures.

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

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

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