The University of Sydney
Sydney, Australia
Quick facts
- World rank
- #18
- 2025
- Acceptance rate
- 30%
- Students
- 70,000
- International students
- 40%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
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Overview
The University of Sydney (USYD) is Australia's first university, founded in 1850 in Sydney, NSW. A globally ranked research university and member of the prestigious Group of Eight, it offers comprehensive programs across medicine, law, engineering, business, arts, science, and education. USYD consistently ranks in the global top 20–30 and is renowned for its beautiful sandstone campus.
Fields of study
- Medicine
- Law
- Engineering
- Business
- Arts & Humanities
- Science
- Education
- Architecture
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Veterinary Science
- Music
- Economics
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
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- Application deadlines
- September 30 (Semester 1, via UAC)
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
A$40,000 – A$62,000
From about $26,400 / year
Domestic students
Varies by program
International students: AUD 40,000–62,000/year depending on program. Domestic: HECS-HELP government-subsidised. Medicine and law at upper end.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.