Australia · Public research university

University of Sydney

Sydney, NSW · Founded 1850

QS World #18 THE #61
Official site
Acceptance rate
~30% (course-dependent)
Total students
73,000
International
~46%
Annual tuition
AUD 47,500 - 56,500 / year international UG

Australia's oldest university, founded on the principle of admitting students based on merit alone. The neo-Gothic Quadrangle is one of the most photographed campuses in the southern hemisphere.

Admissions requirements

Language
IELTS 6.5+ (no band below 6.0)
Tests
ATAR / IB / equivalent.
Deadlines
  • Semester 1: November 30
  • Semester 2: May 31
Financial aid
Sydney International Student Award (up to AUD 40,000), Vice-Chancellor's Excellence.
Famous for
Medicine Law Engineering Business Veterinary
Notable alumni
  • John Cornforth (Nobel)
  • 5 Australian PMs
  • Howard Florey (Nobel, penicillin)
Cost estimate
$53,000 / year
Tuition $31,000 + living $22,000

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