Entry requirements for domestic applicants
We want to attract the most promising students, whatever their social or cultural background, because we work best when we bring together people with diverse views and experiences. So getting the ‘right’ ATAR is not the only way you can be accepted to study here – we offer other pathways as well.
Entry to most of our courses is assessed on the basis of your Year 12 results – your ATAR or equivalent. If you completed high school before 2009, or studied elsewhere in Australia or in New Zealand, your rank may have a different name, such as OP, TER or UAI.
You can find information about the application procedure and general information about our entry requirements on our website, including more information on entry requirements depending on your academic background:
- Year 12 applicants
- applicants who have already studied at university, TAFE or a private provider
- applicants with overseas qualifications
It’s not just about your marks. For some of our courses we need to know more about you, and may ask you to submit a portfolio or come to Sydney for an interview or audition as part of additional selection criteria. These courses include medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, music and visual arts.
We offer a number of special entry schemes which might assist you in gaining entry into the University’s courses. These schemes include the Mature-Age Entry Scheme, the Broadway Scheme, and the Elite Athletes and Performers Scheme.
Please note that if you will be applying as an international fee-paying student (ie, you are not a citizen of Australia or New Zealand, or a permanent resident of Australia), you should contact the International Office for information about the application process and entry requirements.
More information
Admissions Office
Level 3
Jane Foss Russell Building (G02)
The University of Sydney
NSW 2006
Australia
General inquiries:
+61 2 8627 8210/8209
Special admission:
+61 2 8627 8207
Admissions information for international students