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International House

A diverse home to students from Australia and around the world

International House fosters a culture of understanding and friendship through our students from many different countries, cultures and customs. We offer secure on-campus accommodation with food, room-cleaning and free wi-fi.

Aerial view of International House located among other University buildings

Accommodation

So much more than a place to sleep.

We are the only fully-catered residential community owned and operated by the University of Sydney. Our goals are aligned with the University experience, so we offer a variety of events and programs to support your studies. We're also located on campus and offer free, unlimited wi-fi and short contract periods.

Japanese food stall with assorted cultural decorations

Residential life

Life at International House is like a big, long-term exchange program. Breakfast could mean working on your French with a Parisian in the dining hall, lunch could be spent discussing international politics with a table of students from places you never knew existed.

News

Our residents and alumni span 100 countries across the globe. The following stories aim to keep the International House community up to date with the latest happenings in the house.

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Alumni and community

We have been home to thousands of University of Sydney students since 1967. Sydney University International House Alumni Association (SUIHAA) was established to maintain and foster the understanding and friendships shared by our residents.

The beautiful wooden ceiling of our wool room

About

International House welcomes 200 students from around the world, including Australia. We nurture a resident community of scholars who are committed to the value of international understanding and fellowship.

Latest news

11 September 2018

Invitations decorated as Willy Wonka chocolate bars

International Night 2018 promises to be extra sweet

Not everything in the room will be edible, but this weekend's Willy Wonka-themed International Night promises to be sweeter than Fizzy Lifting Drinks.

06 September 2018

Jean and Ishaa facing each other during interview in library

Meet Dr Jean Lau Chin

Finding time between her research and running for president of the American Psychological Association, the psychologist and author shares her ideas on global and diverse leadership with IH resident and Westpac Future Leaders Scholar, Ishaa Sandhu

Leading the culture of peace

As part of our 50th anniversary celebrations in 2017, we had the honour of hosting Ambassador Anwarul K Chowdhury as keynote speaker for our Gala Luncheon. His full speech is now available to watch or read.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the country on which the University of Sydney campuses stand and our responsibility to respect and care for country, people and spirit.