# RTP scholarships – International
**Source**: https://www.sydney.edu.au/scholarships/australian-government-research-training-program/rtp-international.html
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## Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)
Scholarships for international students pursuing higher degree by research
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The Research Training Program (RTP) scholarships and equivalent university scholarships provide financial support to international postgraduate research students.
## Scholarships
| Scholarship | Eligibility and award process | Benefits | Terms and Conditions |
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| RTP Stipend Scholarship | - Domestic and international students - Commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research - Competitively awarded | $42,754 p.a. stipend (2026 rate) Relocation and thesis allowance | [RTP Stipend (international) (pdf, 180kb)](/content/dam/corporate/documents/scholarships/rtp-scholarships-/updated-tcs---rtp-international-stipend.pdf) |
| RTP Fee Offset | - International students - Commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research - Those awarded with a RTP Stipend Scholarship will automatically be awarded this scholarship | 100% tuition fees for up to 14 research periods. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) | [RTP Fee Offset (pdf, 209kb)](/content/dam/corporate/documents/scholarships/rtp-scholarships-/tcs---rtp-international-tuition-fee.pdf) |
| University of Sydney International Stipend Scholarship (USYDIS) | - International students - Commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research - Competitively awarded | $42,754 p.a. stipend (2026 rate) Relocation and thesis allowance | |
| University of Sydney Tuition Fee Scholarship | - International students - Commencing or enrolled in a higher degree by research - Those awarded with a USYDIS will automatically be awarded this scholarship | 100% tuition fees for up to 14 research periods. | [International Tuition Fee Scholarship (pdf, 246kb)](/content/dam/corporate/documents/scholarships/rtp-scholarships-/tscs---usyd-international-tuition-fee.pdf) |
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## How to apply
To be considered for a RTP scholarship and equivalent University scholarships, you must:
### Commencing students
1. Apply for admission and submit all required documentation for admission to a higher degree by research through by the deadlines outlined in the 'Application and award timeline' table – these differ for and [international students](/scholarships/australian-government-research-training-program/rtp-international.html#timeline).
2. Submit the scholarship application form by the deadlines.
### Currently enrolled students
1. Be currently enrolled in a higher degree by research.
2. Submit the scholarship application form by the deadlines.
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[Submit RTP form](https://sydneyuniversity.formstack.com/forms/rtpapp)
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## Application and award timeline
| Scholarship Commencing research period | Submission deadline | Outcomes received from | | | Outcomes received by | |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Research Period 1 and 2, 2026 | Closed | 21 November 2025 | | | 05 December 2025 | |
| Research Period 3 and 4, 2026 | 19 December 2025 | 27 February 2026 | | | 08 May 2026 | |
| Research Period 1 and 2, 2027 | 11 September 2026 | 20 November 2026 | | | 04 December 2026 | |
| Research Period 3 and 4, 2027 | 18 December 2026 | Mid-Feb 2027 (est.) | | | Late June 2027 (est.) | |
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## Related documents
Please read these documents thoroughly before you start your scholarship application.
- [HDR scholarship selection process (pdf, 221KB)](https://sydney.edu.au/content/dam/corporate/documents/scholarships/rtp-scholarships-/hdr-selection-process.pdf) false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/project-management.svg
- [Research experience evidence template (doc, 104KB)](https://www.sydney.edu.au/content/dam/corporate/documents/scholarships/rtp-scholarships-/research-experience-evidence-template.docx) false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/pencil-edit-document.svg
- [Research experience information and appendix guide (doc, 66KB)](https://www.sydney.edu.au/content/dam/corporate/documents/scholarships/rtp-scholarships-/research_experience_information_and_appendix_guide.pdf) false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/guide.svg
- [Frequently asked questions (FAQs)](/scholarships/australian-government-research-training-program/faqs.html) false /content/dam/icons/approved-icons/question-mark.svg