Living costs
The following table provides a rough guide to what it costs an average student to live in Sydney. Most students spend from $350 to $400 a week. Please note that these figures are estimates only.
| Living costs |
Average cost per week |
|---|---|
| Rent | $180+ |
| Food | $90 |
| Utilities (electricity, gas, water usage) | $10 to $20 |
| Travel | $35 |
| Laundry | $10 |
| Entertainment/personal | $50 |
| 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.
- Find out more about financial support for you at the University of Sydney
- Download a brochure about paying for uni (PDF, 819KB)