Ready to take your studies to the next level? Apply for the Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships at the University of Sydney and secure up to $40,000 for your undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree. Apply below:
When is the Application Deadline?
The application deadline is 16 May 2025.
Tell Me About The University of Sydney Vice-Chancellor Scholarship:
The Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships (VCIS) Scheme offers up to $40,000 in scholarships for exceptional international students to support their coursework studies at the University of Sydney. This scholarship is awarded once upon the commencement of a bachelor’s or postgraduate coursework degree and is non-renewable for subsequent years. Students who have received an unconditional offer of admission are automatically considered for this prestigious award, which is based on academic merit. The VCIS provides financial assistance to students by covering significant tuition costs for one semester or up to a full year, depending on the scholarship amount awarded.
Which Fields are Eligible?
All fields
Type:
Undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships
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Who can Apply for the University of Sydney Vice-Chancellor Scholarship?
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be an international student.
- Must have applied for and not yet commenced a CRICOS-registered bachelor’s or postgraduate coursework degree at the University of Sydney.
- Must have received an unconditional offer of admission by the relevant close date.
- Applicants who are commencing a second degree at the University of Sydney are eligible, provided they have not previously held the Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships.
- Recipients of scholarships provided by the Australian Government are not eligible.
How are Applicants Selected?
The VCIS is awarded based on academic merit, as assessed from the student’s application for admission to the University of Sydney. A selection committee will nominate recipients, which includes two nominees from the Executive Director, Sydney Future Students, and one nominee from the Admissions Office.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
All countries
Where will the Award be Taken?
University of Sydney, Australia.
How Many Awards?
Not specified
What is the Benefit of the University of Sydney Vice-Chancellor Scholarship?
The scholarship provides four possible amounts based on the recipient’s ranking:
- $40,000 payable for one year in two equal instalments per semester.
- $20,000 payable for one semester.
- $10,000 payable for one semester.
- $5,000 payable for one semester.
Students who receive the scholarship are also expected to maintain satisfactory academic performance to continue receiving payments.
How Long Will the Award Last?
The scholarship is typically awarded for one year, with payments made in two equal instalments per semester for the $40,000 scholarship, or for one semester for other award amounts.
How to Apply:
No application is required for the VCIS. All eligible students who receive an unconditional offer of admission by the relevant close date will automatically be considered. The key dates for application rounds are outlined above. For further information, students can refer to the University of Sydney’s admissions website or contact the admissions office.