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International student loan schemes

If you are from the United States, Canada, Sweden, Norway or Denmark, you may be eligible to apply for education loan schemes from your home country. Australia Award scholarships are also available if you come from a participating country.

United States Federal Student Aid

The University of Sydney administers the United States Federal Student Aid Direct Loan Program to US citizens or eligible non-citizens who meet the eligibility criteria.

Four types of Direct Loans available

  • Direct Subsidised Stafford
  • Direct Unsubsidised Stafford
  • Direct GradPLUS
  • Direct ParentPLUS

Depending on your grade level, for example undergraduate, graduate, first year and so on, you may be eligible to borrow the full cost of attendance each year. The cost of attendance is a calculation of tuition and associated fees plus living expenses.

Visit the Student website for detailed information on the United States Federal Student Aid Direct Loan Program including eligibility, the process for applying and receiving Direct Loans, loan limits, interest rates and fees.

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To ensure you have all the information you need to make a decision about studying here, visit the pages below to view current information about the University, and our policies and procedures.

You need to know the current requirements and procedures for students and the University of Sydney, under the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended by the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008.

Our website provides the latest information but if you cannot find the information you seek, please phone +61 2 8627 8336 or email international.finaid@sydney.edu.au.

United States Veteran Affairs Benefits

The University of Sydney accepts students who are eligible for a range of United States Veteran Affairs (VA) Education Benefits.

Recipients can study at the University of Sydney under the following benefit programs:

  • Post 9/11 GI Bill
  • Montgomery GI Bill
  • Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program

The US Department of Veteran Affairs will determine a recipient’s eligibility. Further, recipients must enrol in a VA approved program.

Visit the Student website for more information on United States Veteran Affairs Education Benefits, including eligibility, applying for benefits and approved programs.

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Loan schemes from Canada, Sweden, Norway and Denmark

If you are from Canada, Sweden, Norway or Denmark, you may be eligible to apply for education loan schemes from your home country.

Visit the Student website for information on the international loan schemes available and how the University can assist you with this process.

Australia Award scholarships

Each year, the University supports around 200 Australia Award recipients undertaking tertiary studies in Australia. These scholarships are offered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) to students from partner countries, in areas relevant to their country’s development needs.

Contact us

If you need assistance, the International Loans Team can help. Contact us on +61 2 8627 8336 or international.finaid@sydney.edu.au.