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NFFE Scholarship

Creating Pathways to Higher Education for Papua New Guinea’s Brightest Minds

Overview

The NFFE Scholarship, in partnership with IBSUniversity, supports academically deserving but financially disadvantaged students in Papua New Guinea. It aims to remove financial barriers, promote academic excellence, and provide opportunities for higher education, empowering recipients to build brighter futures for themselves and their communities.

Why This Scholarship Exists

The NFFE Scholarship addresses the financial barriers to higher education in Papua New Guinea, ensuring talented students are not held back by poverty. Rooted in Sir Mick Nades’ belief in education as a transformative force, it builds on IBS’s scholarship legacy since 1989, now expanded under the foundation’s mission.

Who Can Apply

The NFFE Scholarship is open to: First-Year Students enrolling at IBSUniversity for the first time Continuing IBSU Students with proven academic performance and financial need To be considered, applicants must: Demonstrate financial need through a written statement Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 or equivalent academic standing Submit a complete application before the deadline (announced annually)

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Selection Process

For new applicants, the selection process includes a written entrance examination, typically conducted one week prior to the commencement of the academic session. Based on the exam score, students are granted a scholarship percentage according to the following scale:

What the Scholarship Covers

The NFFE Scholarship covers only the tuition fees for the approved semester or academic year.

 Not Covered:

  • Registration fees
  • Accommodation or boarding costs
  • Textbooks or study materials
  • Transport or living expenses

These remaining costs are the responsibility of the student or their family.

Continuing Scholarship Conditions

The NFFE Scholarship is not only a recognition of academic ability but also a commitment to discipline, effort, and integrity. To retain the scholarship, recipients must:

  1. Maintain a minimum attendance rate of 80%
  2. Submit all assessments on time
  3. Score at least a Credit grade (≥ 65%) in each subject

Penalties for Non-Compliance

The scholarship is a privilege earned through performance. The following conditions apply:

  • Students who fail to meet attendance or assessment criteria will lose the scholarship
  • If a student fails a unit, they must retake it at their own cost
  • If only some units achieve a credit or above, the scholarship percentage will be reduced proportionally in the next session
  • Academic misconduct or policy violations will result in immediate expulsion from the scholarship
  • This is a one-time opportunity—students may not reapply if the scholarship is revoked

Our Impact

Each year, the NFFE Scholarship brings hope and opportunity to aspiring students from across PNG. Whether they come from rural villages or urban centers, these scholars share one thing in common—a hunger for education and a commitment to personal and societal growth.

This initiative has helped create future accountants, IT professionals, business leaders, and economists—many of whom are now contributing to their communities with pride and purpose.

How You Can Support

Your support can change a life. Whether you’re a donor, partner organization, or advocate, every contribution makes it possible for us to expand the number of scholarships, cover additional expenses for needy students, and sustain this meaningful work.

Final Thoughts

The NFFE Scholarship is not just financial aid—it’s a vote of confidence in a young person’s future. It is a way to say, “We believe in you,” and that message can change everything. Let us continue to invest in the minds and dreams of Papua New Guinea—one scholarship at a time.

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