EducationUSA PNG

Opportunity for PNG Educators! 🇵🇬🇺🇸

Papua New Guinea teachers — this is a fantastic professional development opportunity you don’t want to miss!

📢 Applications are now OPEN for the 2027 Fulbright Teacher Exchanges.
Successful applicants will:
✔️ Audit courses at a U.S. university
✔️ Observe and co-teach with U.S. educators in local schools
✔️ Gain rich cross-cultural and classroom leadership experience

This is an excellent pathway to strengthen teaching practice, build global networks, and bring new ideas back to PNG classrooms.

📌 Please read, share, and encourage eligible educators to apply.
⏳ Don’t wait — opportunities like this are life-changing!

Papua New Guinea educators, are you interested in gaining professional development experience in the United States?

Applications are now open for 2027 Fulbright Teacher Exchanges! Selected participants will audit courses at a U.S. university, observe and co-teach with U.S. teachers in local schools, and gain valuable cross-cultural experiences.

Apply by March 30 or learn more here: https://pg.usembassy.gov/fulbright-teaching-excellence-and-achievement-program/

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✅ : The International Excellence Scholarship at Concordia College

❇️ Eligible program: Undergraduate
❇️ Funding: $12,000 to $18,000 USD per year
❇️ Requirements: Strength of application, high school academic record

Do you meet the requirements? Learn more and apply ➡️ https://educationusa.state.gov/scholarships/international-excellence-scholarship-0?fbclid=IwY2xjawNASA5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFiRWI4NXJZdVhvalNBS0RNAR7rQ9iivwm_EM39ixwZTSqoCWk7hh7XLGb_tJaoEniPUdTsmZl-rKNyxCEVqw_aem_hvg6N4q__FgBkVtmqpoQ2g

📷: EducationUSA

🇺🇸 EducationUSA at the NCD Secondary School Expo!

From August 11–15, 2025, EducationUSA proudly participated in the week-long NCD Secondary School Expo at the Port Moresby National School of Excellence. 🎓✨

Year 12 students from 20 secondary schools across NCD connected with our advisors to learn about opportunities to study in the United States — from finding the right program and applying to universities, to securing scholarships and preparing for student life abroad.

We’re inspired by the curiosity, ambition, and determination of these future leaders. 🌟 The journey to your U.S. education dream starts now!

🎓 Interested in Studying Engineering or Earth Sciences in the U.S.? 🌍🔬

Join us for an exciting Information Session with Dr. Rudrajit Mitra, Associate Professor and Syd & Felicia Peng Professor in Mining Engineering at South Dakota Mines, one of the top engineering universities in the United States!

📅 Date: Wednesday, August 13
📍 Facebook Live
🕘 Time: 8:30 am - 9:30 am

Dr. Mitra will share insights about undergraduate and postgraduate study opportunities at South Dakota Mines, including programs in Mining Engineering, Earth Sciences, and Technology.

This is your chance to learn directly from a U.S. professor about what it takes to study in the U.S. and how to prepare for a career in science and engineering!

✅ Open to all the public – especially those in Earth Sciences, Engineering, and related fields.

🌟 PNG STEM Scholarship Farewell Dinner 🌟

Last night’s Farewell Dinner celebrated the achievements and bright futures of the 2025 PNG STEM Scholars as they prepare to pursue studies in the United States. Hosted in Port Moresby at the Hilton Hotel, the evening was filled with heartfelt goodbyes, inspiring stories, and a shared sense of pride and hope for what lies ahead. EducationUSA proudly represented the U.S. Embassy at the event, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Papua New Guinea’s future scientists, engineers, and innovators.

EducationUSA is live at the UPNG Career Expo — happening August 5 & 6 at the Drill Hall!

Thinking about studying in the United States? 🌍✈️ Come visit the EducationUSA booth to get free advising on U.S. college and university options, scholarships, application tips, and the student visa process.

📚 Whether you’re a high school leaver, university student, or working professional — we’re here to help you explore your opportunities in the U.S. education system.

📍 Location: UPNG Drill Hall
🗓️ Dates: August 5 & 6
🕘 Time: All day during expo hours

Let’s talk about your future! Don’t miss out.

We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the EducationUSA Junior Internship Program for the 2025–2026 cycle!

This is an incredible opportunity for students in the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) region to gain hands-on experience working with the EducationUSA Regional Coordinator and advising teams. Junior Interns support EducationUSA by contributing to impactful projects like research, resource development (surveys, handouts, virtual fairs, and more), content creation, and even advising-related tasks across various regions.

Without even realizing it, many of you or your students may have already benefitted from their work—through events, tools, or content developed and supported by past Junior Interns!

We are now recruiting a new cohort of enthusiastic and responsible students to join this dynamic virtual internship. We're especially eager to see more countries from our region represented this year. Could your students be the next EducationUSA Junior Interns?

📌 Program Details
* Who can apply? Any student from the EAP region who is responsible and available to commit to the full duration of the internship.
* Internship Duration: September 2025 – June 2026
* Virtual Meeting Times: Twice weekly, 90 minutes per session (tentatively Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:00–8:30 p.m. PNG, GMT +10)

In-Person Opportunities: Interns may volunteer during local EducationUSA events in their home countries.

✅ How to Apply:
Information and Program Overview: https://bit.ly/EDUSAJRINTERNSHIP

Application Form: https://bit.ly/JRINTERNAPP

Deadline: Friday, August 29, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. PNG (GMT +10)

Interview Dates: Shortlisted applicants will be invited to virtual interviews on Friday, September 5, 2025 (tentative).

Successful Send-Off for 36 PNG STEM Scholars!

EducationUSA PNG proudly hosted a successful Pre-Departure Orientation for 36 bright Papua New Guinean students who are heading to the United States to pursue STEM degrees at South Dakota State University, University of North Dakota, and North Dakota State University!

These life-changing opportunities were made possible through the generous support of Mineral Resources Development Company (MRDC), Star Mountain Education Foundation, and Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited (KPHL). We thank our sponsors for investing in the future of Papua New Guinea!

Deputy Chief of Mission Andrew Covington inspired the students with powerful words:

“Studying abroad is not just about earning a degree; it is about expanding your horizons, challenging yourself, and developing the skills to become innovators and creative thinkers. You are the future leaders who will drive Papua New Guinea’s Vision 2050—a vision of a smart, fair, healthy, and prosperous nation.”

We wish our 36 scholars all the best as they embark on this exciting journey to learn, grow, and bring back knowledge and leadership to serve PNG! 🇵🇬❤️

EducationUSA is a U.S. Department of State network of advising centers that provides free, accurate, and comprehensive information about opportunities to study at accredited colleges and universities in the United States. Through its five-step advising process, EducationUSA supports students in researching options, financing their studies, completing applications, obtaining a student visa, and preparing for departure. The program aims to promote mutual understanding and strengthen educational and cultural ties between the United States and countries around the world. For more information, visit the website https://educationusa.state.gov/

Last week, as part of efforts to strengthen EducationUSA outreach in Papua New Guinea, U.S. Embassy Port Moresby EducationUSA Advisor Matilda Kapipi visited Lae and Goroka from July 21 to 22, delivering information sessions to more than 400 students and faculty. At the University of Technology in Lae, she engaged with tertiary students and academic staff on U.S. study options and provided a walkthrough on how to research opportunities for studying in the United States.
Outreach continued at Wawin National School of Excellence, where over 300 students across all academic strands received an introduction to U.S. higher education and were encouraged to begin Step 1 of the EducationUSA process—researching college options. Importantly, high school counselors at both Wawin and Aiyura were also trained on how to support students with U.S. college applications, empowering them to provide basic advising services year-round.
The outreach concluded at Aiyura National School of Excellence, where 100 students participated in an engaging session on navigating the U.S. college system. These efforts directly support EducationUSA’s mission to increase international student mobility and foster global connections through higher education.