University of Sydney International Scholarship (USydIS)
University of Sydney · 🇦🇺 Australia · Oceania
FundingFully Funded
LevelMasters/PhD
DeadlineRolling with two main rounds: Round 1 closes March, Round 2 closes July. Some faculties have separate deadlines.
Application feeFree
About this scholarship
Full tuition fees and a living allowance for international research students undertaking a Master's by Research or PhD at the University of Sydney. Master's by Research: up to 2 years; PhD: up to 3.5 years
ProviderUniversity of Sydney
CountryAustralia (Oceania)
Host university / institutionUniversity of Sydney
Degree levelsMasters/PhD
Fields of studyAll fields
Funding typeFully Funded
Application feeFree
DeadlineRolling with two main rounds: Round 1 closes March, Round 2 closes July. Some faculties have separate deadlines.
IntakeMarch / July / October (multiple intakes)
Applications openVaries
CompetitionHigh
Programme durationMaster's by Research: up to 2 years; PhD: up to 3.5 years
MastersPhDAll fields
University of Sydney International Scholarship (USydIS) eligibility criteria
International student (not Australian or New Zealand citizen/permanent resident)
Applied for and meet admission requirements for a Master's by Research or PhD
Excellent academic record (Honours Class 1 or 2A, or equivalent research experience)
Have a confirmed supervisor at the University of Sydney
Strong research proposal
Meet English language requirements (IELTS 6.5-7.0 overall)
Benefits and coverage
Full tuition fees for the research period
Living allowance (stipend, approximately AUD $40,109 per year in 2026)
Relocation allowance (up to AUD $5,000 for students moving from overseas)
Student health cover (OSHC)
Research support and conference travel funding
Access to University of Sydney facilities and resources
Required documents
University of Sydney admission application (online)
Research proposal
Academic transcripts and degree certificates
CV including publications and research experience
Supervisor support letter
Two academic referee reports
English proficiency test results
How to apply for the University of Sydney International Scholarship (USydIS)
Review the eligibility criteria above and confirm you meet every requirement.
Prepare all required documents early — transcripts, CV, recommendation letters and motivation letter.
Rolling with two main rounds: Round 1 closes March, Round 2 closes July. Some faculties have separate deadlines. Submit a complete application before the official deadline.
Always confirm the latest details on the official website before applying.
Amount / coverageFull tuition fees and a living allowance for international research students undertaking…
LevelsMasters/PhD
Frequently asked questions
International student (not Australian or New Zealand citizen/permanent resident) Applied for and meet admission requirements for a Master's by Research or PhD Excellent academic record (Honours Class 1 or 2A, or equivalent research experience) Have a confirmed supervisor at the University of Sydney Strong research proposal Meet English language requirements (IELTS 6.5-7.0 overall)
Full tuition fees for the research period Living allowance (stipend, approximately AUD $40,109 per year in 2026) Relocation allowance (up to AUD $5,000 for students moving from overseas) Student health cover (OSHC) Research support and conference travel funding Access to University of Sydney facilities and resources
University of Sydney admission application (online) Research proposal Academic transcripts and degree certificates CV including publications and research experience Supervisor support letter Two academic referee reports English proficiency test results
Rolling with two main rounds: Round 1 closes March, Round 2 closes July. Some faculties have separate deadlines.
No — applications for the University of Sydney International Scholarship (USydIS) are free.