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Exchange programs are open to current students, offering the chance to study overseas for a semester or academic year.

Starting your planning early ensures you have sufficient time to explore your options, organise your enrolment, save money, and seek academic advice before starting the application process.

Steps to apply for the Semester Exchange Program:

*We are aware of a current technical issue which is not allowing some students to open an application. If this technical issue is affecting you and you are unable to open a Semester 1, 2026 application, please email sydney.abroad@sydney.edu.au with the subject line 'Cannot open S1 2026 Application Attn: SEM'. Our team will then be in touch with you with a workaround solution.

Upcoming Application Deadlines:

Semester 1, 2026 Exchange Program - Applications are open.
  • 1 June 2025 to open your application. Applications cannot be initiated after this time.
  • 30 June 2025 to submit your application. 
Semester 2, 2026 Exchange Program - Applications will open mid-September 2025.
  • 1 November 2025 to open your application. Applications cannot be initiated after this time.
  • 30 November 2025 to submit your application. 

Eligibility
To be eligible for the Semester Exchange Program, at the time of the application deadline, you need:
  • a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 50
  • to have completed at least 24 credit points of study at the University of Sydney
  • to be meeting your academic progress requirements.
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