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.
Learn about our history
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- Open Day 2025, Saturday 30 August 2025, 10am – 3pm
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.
Find out about financial support
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
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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.
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APPLICATIONS OPEN
Applications are accepted for residency and Affiliate membership from May each year. apply now
Upcoming Events
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Alumnae
Students
Alumnae Industry Forum | Law
Register nowNSW Supreme Court Gallery, Law Courts Building
August 14 @ 5:30 pm
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Prospective Students
Open Day 2025
Register nowThe Women’s College
August 30 @ 10:00 am
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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