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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.

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Accommodation

So much more than a place to sleep

We are a fully-catered residential community operated by the University of Sydney. We are located on campus and provide many events and programs to support your studies. We offer free, unlimited wi-fi and short contract periods

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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.

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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.

21 November 2019

Rotunda of International House

International House to induct new fellows

International House is proud to announce its newest Fellows who will be formally inducted at Fellows' Lunch on Sunday 1 December.

05 November 2019

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International House Candlelight Ceremony

The ceremony observes the symbolic exchange of cultural understanding which is a hallmark of the International House experience.

23 October 2019

Three students standing together on rooftop

IHMA executive election results

The International House community congratulates the elected IHMA executive for 2020.

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.