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how do I apply?

Entry to St John's College is very competitive.  Applications always greatly exceed available places.   Apply early to allow the best possible opportunity.

The College accepts students who enrol at any course offered by the University of Sydney.   Provisions are made for students studying at other Universities at the discretion of the Rector.

Membership of the College is conditional upon an undertaking by the student to accept the authority of the Rector (and those to whom his authority is delegated) in all matters related to the government of the College and the conduct of student affairs. An application for admission will be taken to imply assent to this.

The Application Process

Applicants are encouraged to complete the application process, including the interview with the Rector, as early as possible in the year before entry, and preferably no later than 15 November. 

Students intending to take a GAP year should ideally apply before doing so, in order to maximize their chances of being offered a place for the year after they return.

You can access the Application Form by clicking here

A non-refundable application fee of $50 and four passport-sized photographs must be included with your application. 

On receipt of the application form, candidates will be contacted by the college and asked to arrange an interview with the Rector (or a senior member of staff).  If a face to face interview is not convenient, a phone interview can be arranged.

You also need to provide Referee's reports.

  1. Click here for the Referee Form in PDF format
  2. Click here for the Referee Form in Word format


Confidential references (on the form above) should be sent directly to the Rector by your referees. They should not be seen by the applicant.

Applicants must advise the College immediately of their exam results, by email or fax. 

It is also the applicant's responsibility to inform the college immediately after being notified by the University of acceptance into a Faculty.

Selection Criteria

Successful applicants will be students whose interests and achievements cover a wide range of the following:

  • A strong sense of purpose and a well-considered career goal

  • Commitment as a Church member

  • Employment experience (including a GAP year)

  • A strong record of Community Service and a stated commitment to the College's initiatives in helping others

  • Leadership or organizational experience, at school or elsewhere

  • Willingness to offer their sporting skills as members of College teams

  • Musical talent, choral or instrumental

  • A background in Drama, Debating, Public Speaking or any other cultural areas.


Room Allocations and Fees

It is customary for commencing students  rooms to be allocated randomly. Sometimes it is necessary for us to allocate commencing students to twin-share accommodation, although this is normally only done at the request of the applicant.  Sharing a room entails a considerable saving in cost. The St John's College fees for this academic year can be obtained from the Fees section on this website.