Living costs
The following table provides a rough guide to what it costs an average student to live in Sydney. Most students spend from $400 to $500 a week. Please note that these figures are estimates only.
| Living costs | Average cost per week |
|---|---|
| Rent | $220+ |
| Food | $120+ |
| Utilities (electricity, gas, water usage) | $20 |
| Travel | $40 |
| Laundry | $10 |
| Entertainment/personal | $80 |
| Stationery and textbooks | $15 |
Paying for uni
Don’t let the cost of study stop you from coming to university. At Sydney, we can help you in many ways, including scholarships, bursaries and interest-free loans. You may also be eligible for government support such as Youth Allowance.
Download the brochure Paying for Uni – Your Guide (PDF 820KB) about paying for university.