About the opportunity
What this programme is offering
ScholarshipEligibility and award processBenefitsTerms and ConditionsRTP Stipend Scholarship
Domestic and international students
Commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research
Competitively awarded
$42,754 p.a. stipend (2026 rate)
Relocation and thesis allowance
International students
Commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research
Those awarded with a RTP Stipend Scholarship will automatically be awarded this scholarship
100% tuition fees for up to 14 research periods.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
RTP Fee Offset (pdf, 209kb)University of Sydney International Stipend Scholarship (USYDIS)
International students
Commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research
Competitively awarded
$42,754 p.a. stipend (2026 rate)
Relocation and thesis allowance
USYDIS (pdf, 209kb)University of Sydney Tuition Fee Scholarship
International students
Commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research
Those awarded with a USYDIS will automatically be awarded this scholarship
100% tuition fees for up to 14 research periods.
How to apply
To be considered for a RTP scholarship and equivalent University scholarships, you must:
Commencing students
Apply for admission and submit all required documentation for admission to a higher degree by research through Sydney Courses by the deadlines outlined in the 'Application and award timeline' table – these differ for domestic students and international students.
Submit the scholarship application form by the deadlines.
Currently enrolled students
Be currently enrolled in a higher degree by research.
Submit the scholarship application form by the deadlines.
How to apply