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Est. 1850
Public Research University

The University of Sydney

"Leadership for good starts here."
🇦🇺 Australia ◯ Sydney ◍ 41% international ⬡ Oceania
Last updated: June 18, 2026
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QS World 2026
#18
Global Ranking
Acceptance
30%
Students
73000
Tuition/yr
A$50,000/yr
Employed
89%
Faculty Ratio
19.5
Quick Summary

Public research university in Sydney, Australia — The University of Sydney, est. 1850. Ranked #18 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 73000 students including 41% from outside Australia. Known for strengths in Sports-related subjects, Nursing, Anatomy and Physiology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 30%.

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Institutional Profile
Who they are

Consistently ranked in the global top 20, Australia's first university, unparalleled graduate employability, and a stunning campus located in a global hub.

Subject Strengths
Sports-related subjectsNursingAnatomy and PhysiologyVeterinary ScienceLawMedicineEnglish Language and LiteraturePharmacy and Pharmacology
Founded1850
TypePublic Research University
Total Students73000
Intl Students41%
Faculty Ratio19.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size178 acres
Affiliated HospitalsRoyal Prince Alfred Hospital, Westmead Hospital, Royal North Shore Hospital, Nepean Hospital, Concord Repatriation General Hospital
AccreditationAACSB, AMBA, EQUIS, Engineers Australia, Australian Medical Council
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#18
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#60
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#74
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate Coursework, Postgraduate Research, Short Courses, Professional Development
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Charles Perkins Centre, Sydney Nano, Brain and Mind Centre, United States Studies Centre, China Studies Centre
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS, Engineers Australia, Australian Medical Council
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate30%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL85
Min GPA3.0/4.0 (for postgraduate) or equivalent ATAR/IB for undergraduate
GRENot required for most programs (exceptions apply to specific PhD/Business programs)
GMAT600+ (Required for some MBA and Business programs)
SAT1350
ACT29
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Australian Dollar
UG Tuition
A$50,000/yr
per year · AUD
Living Cost
A$33,500/yr
per year · AUD
PG Tuition
A$53,000/yr
per year · AUD
Application Fee
$100
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
A$83,650/yr
tuition + living + essentials · AUD
Scholarships AvailableVice-Chancellor's International Scholarships, Sydney International Equity Scholarship, Research Training Program (RTP)
Avg Scholarship$15,000
Financial AidFederal Student Aid (for US citizens), University-funded bursaries
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate Coursework, Postgraduate Research, Short Courses, Professional Development programs total
ProgramLevelDuration
Bachelor of CommerceBACHELOR3-4 YRS
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)MASTER1-2 YRS
Doctor of Medicine (MD)PHD3-5 YRS
Bachelor of EngineeringMBA12-24 MO
Master of Data ScienceBACHELOR3-4 YRS
Bachelor of Veterinary ScienceMASTER1-2 YRS
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$62,000
Average Salary After Graduation
89%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with ASX 100 companies and government agencies via the Careers Centre and Industry Placement Program.
Industry Connections
CiscoMicrosoftRio TintoQantasWestpacNSW Health
Notable Alumni
Gough Whitlam, Malcolm Turnbull, Rose Byrne, Clive James, Michael Kirby, John Howard
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Sydney Uni Sport & Fitness (SUSF), Olympic-size swimming pool, Arena Sports Centre, TAG Family Foundation Grandstand
Student Clubs
200+ student-run clubs and societies managed by the University of Sydney Union (USU)
Library Resources
Fisher Library (largest academic library in the Southern Hemisphere), Rare Books Library, 11 subject-specific libraries
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with 250+ universities in 40+ countries including Harvard, Yale, and Oxford
Summer Programs
Sydney Summer School, International Winter/Summer Exchange
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What sets it apart
The Quadrangle's Neo-Gothic architecture, member of the Group of Eight (Go8), home to the Charles Perkins Centre for multidisciplinary research.
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Funding
Scholarships matched to Australia

Below is a curated index of international funding opportunities and external scholarship programs that eligible students may apply for when attending this institution.

Rotary Peace Fellowship Fully Funded Full coverage of all academic and living expenses Deadline: May 15 (Annually) → Australia Awards Scholarships Fully Funded Full tuition plus variable living and travel allowances Deadline: April 30 (Annual deadline for most countries) → Melbourne International Undergraduate Scholarship Fully Funded $10,000 first-year fee remission, 50% fee remission, or 100% fee remission for the duration of the degree Deadline: No application required; automatically considered. Course application deadlines apply (typically November/December for Feb intake and May for July intake). → ANU Chancellor’s International Scholarship 25% or 50% tuition fee reduction Deadline: Varies by intake (typically late November for Semester 1; April/May for Semester 2) → UNSW International Scientia Coursework Scholarship Fully Funded Full tuition fees or AUD $20,000 per annum Deadline: Term 1: 30 November; Term 2: 31 March; Term 3: 31 July (Dates are approximate and vary by year) → University of Queensland Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship Fully Funded $33,641 AUD per annum (2024 rate, indexed annually) Deadline: Multiple rounds: Round 1 (31 March), Round 2 (30 September) for international students → View all Australia scholarships →
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Questions
Answered
What is the acceptance rate?+
Approximately 30% at The University of Sydney.
What English score do I need?+
Requirements: IELTS 6.5 · TOEFL 85.
How much does it cost per year?+
Estimated total cost is A$83,650/yr per year including tuition and living.
Are scholarships available?+
Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships, Sydney International Equity Scholarship, Research Training Program (RTP)
What is the application deadline?+
Fall: July 31. Spring: January 31.
Can I work while studying?+
Available
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