St Paul’s College Graduate House residency fees are all-inclusive, and start from $872 per week*. This includes modern, furnished accommodation with private kitchenette and ensuite, 21 fresh meals per week, high-speed Wi-Fi, all utilities (electricity, water, gas), central air-conditioning and heating, private gym access, use of all College facilities, academic and tutoring programs, pastoral support and more.
Fee support is available for eligible students. Find out more about our scholarships here.
Weekly residency fees start from $872 per week*, and vary based on room type and contract. Fees are all-inclusive, so you never need to worry about bills or lease negotiations with your landlord.
*Fees for 2026. Fees are subject to annual review and change.
Residents can choose from either a 41-week or 52-week contract period to best suit their circumstances (subject to room availability).
Fees include furnished accommodation, 21 fresh meals per week, 100GB of high-speed Wi-Fi, all utilities (electricity, water, gas), central air-conditioning and heating, private gym access, use of all College facilities, academic and tutoring programmes, pastoral support and more.
There is an application fee of $200. For successful applicants, a $2,000 deposit is required prior to commencing. This deposit is 100% redeemable against Semester 2 fees.
Graduate House is more than university accommodation. It is a distinguished community where ambitious men and women live and study together, foster lifelong friendships and build strong professional networks for the future. Residency fees include:
Postgraduate students and academics reside in our modern McMillan building, built alongside the Old College in 2019. Every room comes furnished, with central air-conditioning and heating, and includes a private kitchenette and bathroom.
There is the option to select a balcony room, subject to availability. All rooms include floor-to-ceiling windows to allow ample sunshine and airflow.
At Graduate House, shared meals lie at the heart of college life.
Fees include 21 freshly cooked meals a week, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily throughout the year. Our award-winning catering team prepares ever-changing menus to suit different dietary needs, ensuring you are well nourished and well cared for throughout your time at College.
Thursday evenings bring the postgraduate community together for Formal Dinner, a centuries-old Oxbridge tradition that brings the house together for a night of convivial discussion and fun.
A dedicated staff member oversees academic life at the College, ensuring every student is fully supported in their coursework or research degree.
Tutorials and Workshops
The St Paul’s Tutorial Programme is at the centre of academic life at the College. Weekly tutorials are offered across a range of subjects, with additional discipline tutorials available on request.
Throughout the semester, the College runs academic and skills workshops covering areas such as academic writing, referencing, and public speaking.
St Paul’s College Speaker Series
Every Monday and Thursday in semester, St Paul’s College welcomes a leading expert in their field for a roundtable talk and Q&A — a setting where students engage in intellectual inquiry across backgrounds and disciplines.
St Paul’s College offers a world-class residential environment for postgraduates and undergraduates, combining historic character with modern facilities built to support every aspect of university life.
Private Gym and Oval
The College’s TAG Family Gymnasium — complete with cardio room and dance/movement studio — sits on the ground level of the postgraduate building, reserved exclusively for St Paul’s students. Our expansive Oval is equally central to College life, used daily for individual training, team sport, and everything in between.
Library and Study Spaces
The Mansfield Library offers a quiet, dedicated space to study, just steps from your room. Alongside a broad collection of reference and fiction titles, the Library holds a rare book collection dating back to the early 16th century — a rare resource, and a rare atmosphere, for focused work.
Private Rooftop and BBQ Area
The Rooftop Terrace is exclusive to our postgraduate community, offering unparalleled views across the University and the city beyond. Complete with a large barbecue, outdoor fireplace, and casual seating and dining areas, it’s where Graduate House comes together to study and unwind.
At St Paul’s College, the residential life staff team live at College full-time, dedicated to the academic and pastoral wellbeing of every student.
They live and dine alongside students, taking a genuine, personal interest in each and every resident.
Alongside extensive CCTV coverage throughout the College, a dedicated Night Porter is on duty every night, providing after-hours care and support.
Fees vary based on room and contract size. Room type is subject to availability.
| Wing | Room type | Size | 2026 Weekly Fee* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Wing | Student B Room | 19 sqm |
52 Week Contract: $872 pw
41 Week Contract: $905 pw |
| Student Wing | Student A Room | 28–41 sqm |
52 Week Contract: $959 pw
41 Week Contract: $997 pw |
| Academic Wing | Super Studio | 40 sqm |
52 Week Contract: $986 pw
41 Week Contract: $1,019 pw |
| Academic Wing | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 44 sqm |
52 Week Contract: $1,025 pw
41 Week Contract: $1,057 pw |
St Paul’s College Graduate House 2026 residency fees start from $872 per week. This includes modern, furnished accommodation with private kitchenette and bathroom, 21 fresh meals per week, 100GB of high-speed Wi-Fi, all utilities (electricity, water, gas), central air-conditioning and heating, private gym access, use of all College facilities, academic and tutoring programmes, pastoral support and more.
Yes, there is an application fee of $200. For successful applicants, a $2,000 deposit is required prior to commencing. This deposit is 100% redeemable against Semester 2 fees.
Weekly fees at Graduate House are broadly in line with private rentals near USYD, though the comparison only captures part of the picture. Alongside meals, cleaning, utilities, access to world-class facilities and a modern, furnished room, your fee also includes the academic programme, pastoral support, and the sporting, cultural, and community life that come with being part of Graduate House.
