{"id":35010,"date":"2024-04-29T11:15:01","date_gmt":"2024-04-29T05:45:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/?p=35010"},"modified":"2026-04-20T11:26:25","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T05:56:25","slug":"university-of-sydney-scholarships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/university-of-sydney-scholarships\/","title":{"rendered":"University of Sydney Scholarships for Indian Students in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<details class=\"wp-block-details has-gray-200-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" open><summary><strong>Article Summary<\/strong><\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The University of Sydney&#8217;s flagship VCIS scholarship has a new 2026 Tier 1 value of AUD 60,000 (up from AUD 40,000), awarded automatically with an unconditional offer \u2014 no separate application needed \u2014 but paid in the first year only and not renewable, with Round 1 offering the highest allocation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indian students can stack two scholarships \u2014 the Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program (28 awards worth AUD 500,000 total, including 2 full UG tuition awards and partial grants of AUD 10,000\u201320,000) combined with VCIS \u2014 though the VCIS is capped at AUD 40,000 if a Sydney International Student Award is also received.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PhD and Master&#8217;s by Research students receive the most comprehensive funding through the combined RTP Fee Offset + USYDIS pathway, covering 100% tuition for up to 3.5 years plus a 2026 stipend of AUD 42,754 per year, along with OSHC, thesis allowance of up to AUD 840, and 20 days recreation leave annually.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re planning to study at the University of Sydney, the first thing you should do is prepare your application answers and explore scholarship options to reduce the cost of studying. Researching the available University of Sydney scholarships in 2026 is essential so you can estimate the correct amount of money needed for your studies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, from 2026, the University of Sydney will offer scholarships and grants, including a new AUD 60,000 tier for its flagship scholarship, which previously was just AUD 40,000 as the maximum VCIS award. To gain clarity on the options available, read the complete blog that covers all the University of Sydney scholarships and grants for Indian students in 2026.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-university-of-sydney-scholarships-quick-overview\"><span id=\"university-of-sydney-scholarships-quick-overview\">University of Sydney Scholarships: Quick Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to realise that there are many partial funding scholarships as well as fully funded scholarships available for the University of Sydney in Australia. This means that some students might have their complete tuition fees and living expenses covered, while others may need to budget a certain amount for studying there.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, many students see an &#8220;AUD 60,000 scholarship&#8221; for USYD and assume it means AUD 60,000 per year throughout their degree. It does not. VCIS is awarded once, at the start, for your first year only. For a quick overview, check the table below for the scholarships at the University of Sydney at a glance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total UofS scholarships awarded annually<\/td><td>AUD 135 million<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flagship coursework scholarship<\/td><td>VCIS scholarships: with up to AUD 60,000 as per the new 2026 tier.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>India-specific scholarship<\/td><td>Sydney Scholars India: Up to 100% UG tuition at the University of Sydney.\u00a0Total of 28 awards<br>Total scholarship pool: AUD 500,000\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PhD\/Research funding<\/td><td>RTP + USYDIS scholarship pathway at UofS: 100% tuition and a stipend of AUD 42,754 per year.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>UG excellence scholarship<\/td><td>Sydney International UG Academic Excellence Scholarship: 100% tuitionTotal 20 awards<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>VCIS application required?<\/td><td>Automatically considered with your unconditional offer.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>VCIS renewable?<\/td><td>No, it is only available for the first year<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/curtin-university-scholarships\/\"><strong>Curtin University Scholarships: Top Scholarships &amp; Deadlines<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understanding-usyd-s-scholarship-landscape-three-categories\"><span id=\"understanding-usyds-scholarship-landscape-three-categories\">Understanding USYD&#8217;s Scholarship Landscape: Three Categories<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are three main types of scholarships available at the University of Sydney for international students, and it is important to understand that each of these scholarships has a completely different application process. Therefore, students need to apply for the relevant scholarship based on the requirements of the one they choose.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some are automatic, some require a separate application, and others are included in your admission form. Check out these different types of University of Sydney scholarships in 2026 for Indian students through the headings below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Coursework: Merit-Based Scholarships (VCIS &amp; UG Excellence)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Category<\/td><td>Merit-based coursework scholarship<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Key Scholarships<\/td><td>VCISSydney International Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Who Applies?<\/td><td>International students (UG and PG coursework)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application Needed?<\/td><td>VCIS: Automatic with an unconditional offer.&nbsp;UG Excellence: Separate application for UG Excellence.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Duration<\/td><td>1 year (VCIS)<br>Full degree up to 4 years (UG Excellence)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Max Value<\/td><td>AUD 60,000 (VCIS)&nbsp;100% tuition (UG Excellence)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>India-Specific Coursework Scholarships<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Category<\/td><td>India-specific coursework<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Key Scholarships<\/td><td>Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Who Applies?<\/td><td>Indian citizens currently residing in India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application Needed?<\/td><td>Yes, you are required to file a separate application form to apply for these scholarships.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Duration<\/td><td>Partial: First year is covered&nbsp;100% tuition awards: full UG duration is covered<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Max Value<\/td><td>Full funding: 100% tuition fees\u00a0<br>Partial: AUD 20,000 or AUD 10,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Research Scholarships (HDR and PhD \/ Master\u2019s by Research)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Category<\/td><td>It is a research-based grant for students looking for HDR and PhD or Master\u2019s by Research courses at the University of Sydney<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Key Scholarships<\/td><td>RTP Fee Offset&nbsp;&nbsp;USYDIS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Who Applies?<\/td><td>Research Master\u2019s and PhD students<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application Needed?<\/td><td>Yes, you are required to apply for the scholarship during HDR admission. It is just by ticking the scholarship box in the form<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Duration<\/td><td>It is for up to 3.5 years for PhD courses and shorter for Research Master\u2019s<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Max Value<\/td><td>It generally covers 100% tuition, and AUD 42,754 per year is awarded as a stipend<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/fully-funded-scholarships-in-australia\/\"><strong>Fully Funded Scholarships in Australia for International Students<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vice-chancellor-s-international-scholarships-scheme-vcis-the-flagship\"><span id=\"vice-chancellors-international-scholarships-scheme-vcis-the-flagship\">Vice-Chancellor&#8217;s International Scholarships Scheme (VCIS): The Flagship<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The VCIS scholarships are one of the most popular scholarships at the University of Sydney for international students, as they help in reducing a significant amount of the cost of studying there. For international students looking for coursework courses at the University of Sydney, there is an opportunity to receive a scholarship based on merit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-vcis\"><span id=\"what-is-vcis\">What Is VCIS?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>VCIS is USYD&#8217;s primary merit-based scholarship for all international coursework students \u2014 both undergraduate and postgraduate. What makes it stand out from most scholarships is this: you do not need to submit a separate application.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you hold an unconditional offer of admission by the relevant round deadline, you are automatically considered for VCIS based on your academic merit. There is no separate form\u2014nothing to fill out beyond your admission application. The award is paid in your first year of study only. It is not renewable for subsequent years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vcis-five-tier-structure-for-2026\"><span id=\"vcis-five-tier-structure-for-2026\">VCIS Five-Tier Structure for 2026<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to note that there have been some significant changes to the Vice-Chancellor&#8217;s International Scholarships Scheme in 2026 compared to the 2025 academic year. The main change is that the scholarship value is now AUD 60,000, whereas it was previously capped at AUD 40,000.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tier<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Value (AUD)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Payment<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tier 1<\/td><td>AUD 60,000<\/td><td>Two equal instalments per semester<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tier 2<\/td><td>AUD 40,000<\/td><td>Two equal instalments per semester<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tier 3<\/td><td>AUD 20,000<\/td><td>One semester<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tier 4<\/td><td>AUD 10,000<\/td><td>One semester<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tier 5<\/td><td>AUD 5,000<\/td><td>One semester<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vcis-eligibility\"><span id=\"vcis-eligibility\">VCIS Eligibility<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the eligibility for one of the most popular University of Sydney scholarships for Indian students, VCIS, below:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You need to be an international student and not an Australian citizen, PR, or dual citizen with Australian nationality.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must have applied for but have not yet commenced a bachelor&#8217;s or coursework master&#8217;s degree at USYD.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The program must be CRICOS-registered and delivered onshore.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must have received an unconditional offer by the relevant round close date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is important to know that you cannot be receiving any other USYD-administered tuition scholarship or sponsorship exceeding AUD 20,000 per year. For 2026, this threshold is updated from AUD 10,000.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Australia Awards scholarship holders are not eligible for this scholarship at USYD.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vcis-application-rounds-and-deadlines-in-2026\"><span id=\"vcis-application-rounds-and-deadlines-in-2026\">VCIS Application Rounds and Deadlines in 2026<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s no application form to apply for VCIS scholarships at the University of Sydney, but timing matters. You need to understand that the VCIS scholarships have three rounds per semester, and your unconditional offer must arrive before a round closes for you to be considered in that round. Check out the Vice-Chancellor&#8217;s International Scholarships Scheme rounds and application deadlines for 2026 through the table below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Intake<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Deadlines&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td rowspan=\"3\">Semester 1, 2026&nbsp;<\/td><td rowspan=\"3\">Round 1: 20 August 2025<br>Round 2: 7 October 2025<br>Round 3: 17 November 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Semester 2, 2026<\/td><td>Round 1: 16 February 2026<br>Round 2: 23 March 2026<br>Round 3: 4 May 2026<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conditions-after-receiving-vcis-scholarships-for-indian-students\"><span id=\"conditions-after-receiving-vcis-scholarships-for-indian-students\">Conditions After Receiving VCIS Scholarships for Indian Students<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the terms and conditions that have to be met by the recipients of the Vice-Chancellor&#8217;s International Scholarships Scheme in 2026:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is not renewable and is only paid in the first year of study at the USYD.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For two-instalment tiers, a minimum semester average mark (SAM) of 65 is required to receive the second instalment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is transferable to another major, degree, or faculty within USYD, but not to another university<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Also, deferral or suspension is not ordinarily permitted except in exceptional circumstances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scholarship terminates upon withdrawal, failure to re-enrol, or a finding of serious misconduct<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/queensland-university-scholarship\/\"><strong>Complete Guide to Queensland University Scholarships<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sydney-scholars-india-scholarship-program-for-indian-students\"><span id=\"sydney-scholars-india-scholarship-program-for-indian-students\">Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program for Indian Students<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While VCIS scholarships are open to all international students who want to study at the University of Sydney, the Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program is specifically for Indian students with an interest in studying there. It&#8217;s also one of the largest India-specific scholarship programs offered by an Australian university. Check out the details for the Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program in 2026 from the table below:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Scholarship Pool at USYD<\/td><td>AUD 500,000 per year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of Awards<\/td><td>28 scholarships are awarded per year to Indian students<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Eligibility<\/td><td>It is open to both undergraduate and postgraduate coursework applicants.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sydney-scholars-india-scholarship-award-structure-2026\"><span id=\"sydney-scholars-india-scholarship-award-structure-2026\">Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Award Structure 2026<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the details on how this specific University of Sydney scholarship is paid to Indian students upon receiving one through the table below:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tier<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Number of Awards<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Full UG Tuition<\/td><td>2<\/td><td>100% tuition fees for a full UG degree (up to 4 years)<\/td><td>Full degree&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Partial (Large)<\/td><td>10<\/td><td>AUD 20,000<\/td><td>First year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Partial (Standard)<\/td><td>16<\/td><td>AUD 10,000<\/td><td>First year<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sydney-scholars-india-scholarship-program-eligibility\"><span id=\"sydney-scholars-india-scholarship-program-eligibility\">Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program Eligibility<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the eligibility for the Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program in 2026:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You must be an Indian citizen and currently residing in India, and a proof of residency is required to apply.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must also be an international student according to the requirements of the Higher Education Support Act 2003<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is mainly applied for but not yet commenced undergraduate or postgraduate coursework at USYD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You might not be eligible if you are an Australian permanent resident, have previously held a USYD India Scholarship, or are commencing a second degree at USYD after already having received the scholarship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Can you receive both the India Scholarship and VCIS? Yes, you can, but only if you&#8217;re also receiving the Sydney International Student Award; your VCIS is capped at AUD 40,000 maximum. Otherwise, you can stack the India Scholarship with VCIS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-apply-for-the-sydney-scholars-india-scholarship-program\"><span id=\"how-to-apply-for-the-sydney-scholars-india-scholarship-program\">How to Apply for the Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike VCIS, this one needs a separate application through the Sydney Scholarships portal. Tentatively taken, you can expect that the application window for this USUD scholarship includes the opening of the window on 1 April 2026, with the application deadline of 25 May 2026; officially, these are yet to be announced.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, it is also important to understand that the selection for the Sydney Scholars India Scholarship Program at USYD is generally based on academic merit combined with a personal statement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sydney-international-undergraduate-academic-excellence-scholarship\"><span id=\"sydney-international-undergraduate-academic-excellence-scholarship\">Sydney International Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is one of the underdog scholarships which are offered at the University of Sydney. Though the most popular one is VCIS, the Sydney International Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship is arguably the most valuable undergraduate scholarship at USYD for international students. It provides provides 100% waive off to the tuition fees for the full duration of your degree. It includes honours (up to 4 years) plus the Student Services and Amenities Fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, there are around 20 scholarships which are awarded for international students each year across 2 intakes. It is relatively new, having been founded in 2024, but is highly competitive. It is open to international students who have finished secondary school or a foundation program and have not studied at the tertiary level yet, applying for one undergraduate degree. The selection is based on merit, with diversity of course and priority markets taken into account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is also crucial to understand that the applications for the 2026 intake for the Sydney International Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship are now closed. You can check the official USYD scholarship page if you\u2019re looking to apply for 2027 to see when the application opens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-research-scholarships-for-master-s-by-research-and-phd\"><span id=\"research-scholarships-for-masters-by-research-and-phd\">Research Scholarships For Master&#8217;s by Research and PhD<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re planning to study a PhD or Master&#8217;s by Research at the University of Sydney, this is the funding pathway that makes it genuinely viable for international students. The research scholarship offered at USYD combines two components, including the waived RTP fees and the stipend:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Benefits&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RTP Fee (Research Training Program)<\/td><td>It covers 100% of tuition fees for up to 14 research periods for a PhD (approximately 3.5 years) or 7 research periods for a Research Master&#8217;s.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>University of Sydney International Stipend Scholarship<\/td><td>The scholarship provides an annual living stipend to cover your day-to-day costs in Sydney.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-usyd-research-scholarships-stipend-value-in-2026\"><span id=\"usyd-research-scholarships-stipend-value-in-2026\">USYD Research Scholarships Stipend Value in 2026<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the 2026 academic year, here is the stipend available for international students who receive research scholarships:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The total is AUD 42,754 per year. Also, every year, it is important to understand that the stipend increases to align with the fluctuation. For context, it was AUD 41,753 in 2025 and AUD 40,109 in prior years. The PhD course duration at the University of Sydney is up to 3.5 years, and the research master\u2019s courses last for up to 1.75 years.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-additional-benefits-with-usyd-research-scholarships-for-international-students\"><span id=\"additional-benefits-with-usyd-research-scholarships-for-international-students\">Additional Benefits with USYD Research Scholarships for International Students<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with the tuition coverage and stipend you get, here are the additional benefits for those who receive the research scholarships for master&#8217;s by research and PhD courses at USYD:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thesis allowance of up to AUD 840 (PhD) or AUD 420 (Research Master&#8217;s)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You also get up to 20 working days of recreation leave per year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are sick leaves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You get around 12 weeks of paid parental leave after completing 12 months on scholarship<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The leave entitlements are genuinely useful for anyone planning a 3+ year PhD candidature in Australia, and they&#8217;re almost never mentioned in scholarship guides. Worth knowing before you start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What it does not cover is OSHC for dependants, Visa application fees, thesis printing costs, living costs beyond the stipend amount, and research overseas prospects in the first 6 months, which is not permitted with the scholarship. After 6 months on the scholarship, you might get research opportunities abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-usyd-research-scholarships-eligibility-for-international-students\"><span id=\"usyd-research-scholarships-eligibility-for-international-students\">USYD Research Scholarships Eligibility for International Students<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is the eligibility criteria for research scholarships at the University of Sydney in 2026:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>International student commencing full-time HDR enrolment at USYD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outstanding academic record and strong research potential<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must not have held an Australia Awards scholarship within the previous two years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must not have previously held an RTP scholarship (unless held one for a Research Master&#8217;s and now applying for a PhD)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No more than 6 months of candidature have already been consumed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-apply-for-research-scholarships-in-university-of-sydney\"><span id=\"how-to-apply-for-research-scholarships-in-university-of-sydney\">How to Apply for Research Scholarships in University of Sydney<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can apply for HDR admission through USYD&#8217;s Sydney Courses page online. During the admission application, you just need to tick the box indicating you wish to be considered for the RTP Fee Scholarship or the USYDIS scholarship. Also, submit your academic transcripts, research proposal, supervisor support letters, and referee reports alongside the application<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2027 Intake Deadlines for USYD Research Scholarships<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Research Periods<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Research Periods 1 and 2, 2027<\/td><td>11 September 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Research Periods 3 and 4, 2027<\/td><td>18 December 2026<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-other-notable-usyd-scholarships-for-international-students\"><span id=\"other-notable-usyd-scholarships-for-international-students\">Other Notable USYD Scholarships for International Students<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many other scholarships as well, which are available if you want to study at the University of Sydney as an international student. A few of the top scholarships for University of Sydney studies include the following:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Scholarship<\/td><td>Level<\/td><td>Benefits<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Australia Awards<\/td><td>UGPG<\/td><td>Full tuition covered<br>Living allowance<br>Return airfare<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Faculty\/Discipline Scholarships<\/td><td>UGPGResearch<\/td><td>AUD 5,000 to AUD 20,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sydney Scholars India Equity Scholarship<\/td><td>UGPG<\/td><td>Up to AUD 100,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/universities-in-australia-for-masters\/\"><strong>Best Universities in Australia for Masters 2026: Rankings, Fees, Intakes &amp; PR Pathways<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-scholarship-comparison-by-study-level-which-should-you-apply-for\"><span id=\"scholarship-comparison-by-study-level-which-should-you-apply-for\">Scholarship Comparison by Study Level: Which Should You Apply For?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To make informed decisions, we have mentioned different tables below, which can vary as per the course level and the nationality of the students who are planning their studies at the University of Sydney in 2026:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>UG Scholarships at USYD for Indian Students<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Study Level<\/td><td>Undergraduate (Indian student)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best Option<\/td><td>Sydney Scholars India Scholarship and VCIS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Value<\/td><td>Up to 100% tuition or AUD 60,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Process<\/td><td>A separate application for the India Scholarship is required, but VCIS is automatic with an unconditional offer<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>UG Scholarships at USYD for International Students<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Study Level<\/td><td>Undergraduate (International students)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best Option<\/td><td>Sydney International Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship and VCIS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Value<\/td><td>100% tuition and VCIS where eligible<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Process<\/td><td>Excellence scholarship is highly competitive, and VCIS is automatic with an unconditional offer<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>USYD PG Coursework Scholarships for Indian Students<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Study Level<\/td><td>Postgraduate coursework (Indian student)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best Option<\/td><td>Sydney Scholars India Scholarship and VCIS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Value<\/td><td>AUD 20,000 or AUD 10,000 and up to AUD 60,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Process<\/td><td>The India Scholarship requires a separate application, but VCIS is automatic with an unconditional offer<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>USYD PG Coursework Scholarships for International Students<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Study Level<\/td><td>Postgraduate coursework (International students)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best Option<\/td><td>VCIS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Value<\/td><td>Up to AUD 60,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Process<\/td><td>Automatic consideration is there for these scholarships with an unconditional offer, and also apply early for better chances of getting it.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PhD or Master\u2019s by Research Scholarships at USYD<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Study Level<\/td><td>PhD or Master\u2019s by Research<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best Option<\/td><td>RTP Fee Offset and USYDIS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Value<\/td><td>100% tuition and AUD 42,754 per year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Process<\/td><td>Apply during HDR admission and select the scholarship option<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-maximise-your-chances-of-getting-a-usyd-scholarship\"><span id=\"how-to-maximise-your-chances-of-getting-a-usyd-scholarship\">How to Maximise Your Chances of Getting a USYD Scholarship<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the tips and tricks for you to increase your chances of getting the University of Sydney scholarships as an international student:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get your unconditional offer as early as possible. For VCIS, Round 1 has the highest allocation. Later rounds are distributing what&#8217;s left.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indian students must apply for both VCIS and the India Scholarship. They are not mutually exclusive. Apply for the India Scholarship by the May deadline; your VCIS is handled through your offer timing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For the India Scholarship personal statement, be specific. Generic answers don&#8217;t win. Write about a concrete, real problem, such as health systems, agri-tech, or mental health access. Previous recipients had precise, society-level ideas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain SAM 65+ after your VCIS award. For two-instalment tiers, the second payment depends on this minimum mark. Missing it forfeits the second semester&#8217;s instalment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For HDR: secure a supervisor first. A confirmed supervisor with genuine research alignment is a meaningful differentiator in competitive scholarship rounds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t miss the checkbox in HDR applications. RTP\/USYDIS consideration is triggered by ticking the relevant box during your HDR admission application. It sounds obvious, but students miss it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check faculty-specific scholarships. The main USYD scholarships page isn&#8217;t exhaustive. The Business School, Engineering, and Science faculties have their own awards that aren&#8217;t prominently featured centrally. Check those pages directly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/things-to-know-before-going-to-study-in-australia\/\"><strong>Things to Know Before Going to Study in Australia<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776664479697\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I need to apply separately for the VCIS scholarship at the University of Sydney?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, VCIS doesn\u2019t require a separate application from you as an international student if you are applying to the University of Sydney. You are automatically considered based on your academic merit if you have an unconditional offer of admission before the deadline of the relevant round.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776664509579\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the highest-value scholarship at the University of Sydney for international students?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Sydney International Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship offers 100% tuition for the full degree (up to four years) to international students who want to apply to undergraduate courses at the USYD. Also, the new VCIS Tier 1 for VSIC offers AUD 60,000 for the first year to coursework students at the university. For PhD students, the combined RTP + USYDIS scholarship offers full tuition coverage as well as AUD 42,754 per year as living expenses.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776664521165\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is the Sydney Scholars India Scholarship open to postgraduate students?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, students who want to do PG coursework can apply for it too. However, it is important for you to understand that the two full-tuition awards offered under this scholarship at USYD are only for undergraduate students. The partial awards of AUD 20,000 and AUD 10,000 are open to PG coursework applicants too.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776664530190\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I receive both the VCIS and the Sydney Scholars India Scholarship?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can get both the scholarship and the bursary as an international student. However, you need to understand that your VCIS amount will be capped at AUD 40,000 if you are receiving the Sydney International Student Award.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776664540043\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What does the RTP scholarship cover for PhD students at USYD?\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The RTP scholarships at USYD includes 100% tuition fee for international students as well as the living expense allowance per year. You get this coverage for up to 3.5 years, which is the highest course duration for PhD programs at the University of Sydney, Australia. Along with it, you also get health insurance cover, thesis allowance, recreation leave and parental leave entitlements.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED POSTS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-pale-ocean-gradient-background has-background\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/student-visa-australia-age-limit\/\"><strong>What is the Student Visa Australia Age Limit in 2025?<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/moi-accepted-universities-in-australia\/\"><strong>Top 7 MOI Accepted Universities in Australia<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/types-of-australian-universities\/\"><strong>What Are the Different Types of Australian Universities<\/strong><\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/australia-student-visa-checklist\/\"><strong>Australia Student Visa Checklist for Eligibility<\/strong><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope this blog gives you complete information on the University of Sydney Scholarships for Indian Students in 2026. 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