At Sancta, your fees cover far more than accommodation. They support a fully catered, community-oriented college experience grounded in academic success, wellbeing, and connection. We strive to ensure our fees remain reasonable and equitable so that ambitious, community-minded students can access everything Sancta offers.
What's included in your residential fees
More than a room
All meals fully catered Residents enjoy three fresh, fully catered meals every day served in the Dining Hall, including Formal Dinners most Monday evenings during semester.
High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the College Reliable internet connectivity is included, supporting study, streaming, and staying in touch with family and friends.
Fortnightly room servicing Student rooms are cleaned every two weeks by our dedicated housekeeping team, helping residents maintain a comfortable and well-kept living space.
Fully catered dining frees up time for what matters and creates more opportunities to connect for our residents.
A valued College tradition, Formal Dinner brings students together in academic dress for a special two-course meal on most Mondays during the semester.
Support to thrive academically
Weekly tutorials and structured academic support Students have access to course-specific tutorials, study groups and academic guidance throughout the year.
Professional Mentoring Program Residents can connect with an extensive network of alumnae and industry mentors for career development and inspiration.
Wellbeing, care and safety
24/7 onsite support With a Resident Assistant on duty after business hours and three staff members living onsite, students have support and advice available whenever they need it.
Security CCTV cameras and secure fob access to the property and buildings provide added peace of mind to residents.
Pastoral care The Principal, Vice Principal and team of Resident Assistants provide ongoing pastoral care, support and advice to ensure all students feel safe, settled and supported.
Sport, culture and campus life
Full Sydney Uni Sport membership All residents receive a gym membership to Sydney Uni Sport, providing access to gyms, fitness classes and sports facilities on campus.
Intercollegiate Sport (Rosebowl) Students can represent Sancta in the Intercollegiate Sport competition across a wide range of sports including netball, tennis, hockey, rugby 7s, AFL, swimming, diving, rowing, basketball, soccer and athletics.
Intercollegiate Creative & Performing Arts Competition (Palladian Cup) Students can participate in cultural and performing arts events such as solo instrumental, solo vocal, oration, dance, solo drama, debating, vocal ensemble, art, instrumental ensemble, and drama ensemble through the prestigious Palladian Cup.
Intramural Championship Students may also join Intramural events throughout the year, offering additional opportunities to stay active, meet new people and enjoy social opportunities to compete against other University of Sydney residences.
Community and campus events Students have access to the full range of College and student-run social, cultural and academic events throughout the year.
Optional University of Sydney Union membership Students may opt in to the University of Sydney Union membership program, providing access to clubs, societies, events and member-only campus discounts.
Students represent Sancta across a wide range of team and individual sports throughout the year in the Rosebowl and Intramural competitions.
Students showcase their talents across music, drama, dance, debating and visual arts through the Palladian Cup.
Undergraduate fees
For women studying full-time at university
From $701 per week Sancta provides a fully catered, supportive home for undergraduate women studying at the University of Sydney and nearby universities.
40-week contract aligned to the academic year Undergraduate contracts follow the University of Sydney academic calendar. Unlike commercial accommodation or private rentals, Sancta residents are not required to take a 52-week contract, significantly reducing annual living expenses.
Flexibility to stay longer Students who wish to remain at the College outside their contracted period may apply for additional weeks, charged at a weekly rate.
Heritage Building is home to Sancta's undergraduate community, and includes the College's main common spaces such as the Sheldon Dining Hall and Quadrangle.
Undergraduate residents enjoy fully-furnished single or twin share rooms with shared bathrooms.
Postgradaute fees
For postgraduate and honours students
From $814 per week Sancta provides a fully catered, supportive home in Graduate House for postgraduate and honours students studying at the University of Sydney and nearby universities.
40 or 46-week contract options The fee structure for residents in Graduate House recognises the longer study programs of many postgraduate courses.
Flexibility to stay longer Students who wish to remain at the College outside their contracted period may apply for additional weeks, charged at a weekly rate.
All postgraduate and honours students live in Sancta’s modern Graduate House.
Each Graduate House resident enjoys a fully-furnished private room with their own ensuite.
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