Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships Scheme (VCIS)

What it covers

Up to AUD 60,000, awarded once in the first year

One-off scholarship for high-achieving international students starting a bachelor's or coursework master's degree at the University of Sydney. No application is needed: students with an unconditional offer by a round's closing date are considered automatically.

Who can apply

Eligible countries in Central Asia: Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan.

International students

Deadlines

1. 16 Nov 2026Application deadlineIn 1 days

Semester 1, 2027 final round closes 16 November 2026 (unconditional offer needed by then); Semester 2, 2027 rounds close 15 February and 22 March 2027.

Universities

• University of Sydney

Official link and source

• Official page sydney.edu.au

Checked 20 October 2026. Confirm every detail with the provider before you apply.