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University of Sydney Scholars Awards 2021 for Undergraduates

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Franklin Duru

Admissions & Curriculum Analyst

September 4, 2020

The University of Sydney in Australia is offering the Sydney Scholars Awards for Year 12 (SS3 equivalent) students commencing an undergraduate degree in 2021. The scholarship is valued at $6,000 per year and is tenable for either one year or the full duration of the undergraduate degree (up to 5 years for combined degrees).

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Award Summary

  • Host Institution: University of Sydney, Australia
  • Degree Level: Undergraduate
  • Value of Award: $6,000 per year (for 1 year or full degree duration)
  • Application Deadline: September 30, 2020, at 11:59 PM

Eligibility Criteria

  • You must be a domestic student or an international student who has recently completed an International Baccalaureate (or an educational award equivalent to the Australian HSC).
  • You must apply for undergraduate admission through UAC in the year you complete your secondary education.
  • You must achieve an ATAR of 95 or above (or an ATAR of 90 or above if applying to the Sydney Conservatorium of Music or the Sydney Dental School).

How to Apply

  1. Read the Sydney Scholars application guide (PDF) carefully.
  2. Complete the online application form and upload all supporting documents, including your personal statement.

Visit the University of Sydney Scholars Awards webpage for more information.

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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Kelvin Danjuma

Sep 4, 2020

Can I defer the Sydney Scholars Award if I cannot travel immediately after finishing secondary school?

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Mentra Admissions Desk

Sep 4, 2020

Yes, Kelvin. While you must apply in the year you complete your secondary education, if you are offered a Sydney Scholars Award, you may defer it for up to two years.

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