Application Deadline: 18 December, 2026
LOCATION: Australia
The Research Training Program (RTP) scholarships and equivalent university scholarships provide financial support to international postgraduate research students. This scholarship is for international students pursuing higher degree by research
ELIGIBILITY:
To be considered for an 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.
Application and award timeline
| Scholarship Commencing research period | Submission deadline | Outcomes Issued from | Outcomes Finalized | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Research Period 1 and 2, 2027 | 11 September 2026 | 10 November 2026 | 17 December 2026 | |
| Research Period 3 and 4, 2027 | 18 December 2026 | 26 February 2027 | Off-Shore Applicants: 18 May 2027^ On-Shore Applicants : 30 June 2027 | |
| Research Period 1 and 2, 2028 | 10 September 2027 | 16 November 2027 | 20 December 2027 | |
| Research Period 3 and 4, 2028* | Mid-December 2027 | Mid-Feb 2028 | Mid-March 2028 |
BENEFIT:
| Scholarship | Eligibility and award process | Benefits | Terms and Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTP Stipend Scholarship | Domestic and international students Commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research Competitively awarded | $44,293 p.a. stipend (2027 rate) $42,754 p.a. stipend (2026 rate) Relocation and thesis allowance | RTP Stipend (international) (pdf, 180kb) |
| RTP Fee Offset | International students commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research Those awarded with an 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 | $44,293 p.a. stipend (2027 rate) $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. | International Tuition Fee Scholarship (pdf, 246kb) |
