Start your academic journey in Australia with the Sydney International Student Award. Applications for the 2025 intake are now open. This article provides detailed information about the scholarship, including its benefits and a step-by-step guide to applying.
The Sydney International Student Award 2025-2026 is a partially funded scholarship for international students, applicable to both undergraduate and postgraduate coursework at the University of Sydney. The award offers a 20% reduction in tuition fees, helping to ease the financial burden of studying abroad.
The primary goal of the University of Sydney International Scholarship (USydIS) is to attract high-caliber international postgraduate students who can contribute to the university’s research excellence through innovative research projects.
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The Sydney International Student Award recognizes and supports the diverse and talented global community of students. We aim to help motivated individuals achieve their personal and academic aspirations by providing financial support for their studies at the University of Sydney.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Undergraduate/Masters
- Institution(s): University of Sydney
- Location: Australia
- Fields of Study: Click here to explore all available programs.
- Program Duration: One year
- Application Deadline: September 30, 2024
Scholarship Coverage
- Recipients will receive a 20% contribution towards their tuition fees for the duration of their course.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Sydney International Student Award, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Required Language: English
- Eligible Countries: All countries worldwide
- Specific Criteria:
- Be an international student.
- Hold citizenship from one of the eligible countries listed below:
- Bangladesh, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam.
- Receive an offer for a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, commencing in 2024.
- Not be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia.
- Not have already started a degree at the University of Sydney at the time of application. However, if you are completing one degree and applying for a second, you may still be eligible.
Note: The award is not available for the MBA, EMBA, study abroad, executive education programs, or courses offered in distance mode or for students in a Law Dual Degree pathway program.
Application Process for the Sydney International Student Award
Follow these steps to apply for the Sydney International Student Award:
- Apply for Your Chosen Degree
- During the application, you will be asked to select your nationality. If you are from an eligible country, you will be prompted to upload a personal statement. For more detailed application instructions, visit the How to Apply page.
- Submit a Personal Statement
- You will need to submit a personal statement using the provided template. This statement should include:
- Introduction: Tell us about yourself (max 200 words).
- Motivation: What inspired you to apply to the University of Sydney? (max 200 words).
- Goals: What do you hope to achieve with your studies, and how will it help you reach your goals? (max 200 words).
- If awarded the scholarship, you will be notified in your offer of admission via email, with the award contribution reflected in your tuition fee details.
- You will need to submit a personal statement using the provided template. This statement should include:
For more information about the Sydney International Student Awards, please visit the official website.