the
women's
college

the
women's
college

the
women's
college

the
women's
college

the
women's
college

the
women's
college

the
women's
college

the
women's
college

the
women's
college

The Women’s College acknowledges the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation as the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work.

A HOME ON CAMPUS

The Women’s College is a comfortable, inclusive and supportive home away from home. Access a unique combination of leadership, academic, sporting and cultural programs as well as great food and a vibrant social life – right on the campus of The University of Sydney. The perfect transition to university life.

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Leading the way for women

Since 1892

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A WORTHY PURPOSE

Founded by women

Since its inception Women’s has been pivotal in shaping generations of prominent women. Our alumnae have gone on to achieve excellence in every field, from politics to literature.

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A UNIQUE HISTORY

Celebrating 130 years

The Women’s College was established in 1892 as the first female college in Australia. At the forefront of leadership and personal development, Women’s has shaped the lives of over 8000 women.

Comfort
& Freedom

At Women’s find the freedom and comfort to be the best version of yourself. There are no limits to what you can achieve in any field – as a sportswoman, a community leader, a volunteer, in the arts and academics.

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Realise your
potential

To support the brightest and best scholars to access College and university, we offer a range of scholarships for students from diverse backgrounds.

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CHRISTA LENARD, ALUMNA 1997 - 00

Women’s College gave us the

power to know that we could

be independent women

Co-curriculars
& Social Life

A diverse community of students from many different schools and home locations, Women’s is part of a thriving intercollegiate social community, providing friendships and networks that last a lifetime.

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Fully catered
accommodation

Women’s College is renowned for having the best food on campus, with a variety of healthy and delicious options catered daily. Students each have their own rooms located in five comfortable and spacious wings at College.

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Frequently asked questions

  • No, but you must be enrolled in a full-time tertiary degree at university. While the College is situated within The University of Sydney, students who wish to expand their academic, leadership and social opportunities at Women’s may be studying at one of the following metropolitan universities (approved universities):

    • The University of Sydney
    • Australian Catholic University (Sydney)
    • Macquarie University
    • University of New South Wales
    • The University of Notre Dame Australia, Sydney Campus
    • University of Technology Sydney

    For a student entering tertiary study for the first time, and who wishes to study at a university other than The University of Sydney, the student is required to:

    • have a confirmed place at The Women’s College (evidence by signed Student Residency Agreement (SRA) or Affiliate Student Agreement (ASA) and payment of an Admissions Confirmation Fee); and
    • provide the requisite documentation to the College of their ATAR and university course offer within the timeframe indicated in the SRA or ASA.
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  • Women’s offers an Affiliate Program for non-resident students. The application process is the same as for a resident, and many of the benefits of College life are also the same.

    Learn about The Women's College affiliate program
  • Complete the online application form and send the required supporting documentation to the College. Your application is not complete until we have received all your documents.

    Start your application

APPLICATIONS OPEN

Applications are accepted for residency and Affiliate membership from May each year. apply now

Upcoming Events

Venue hire
& facilities

From heritage to contemporary spaces, College offers the perfect options for your special event, meeting or conference. Summer accommodation is also available.

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We acknowledge the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation as the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work.