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Alumni benefits

An alumni program with community at its heart

We are redesigning our alumni program to extend your university journey throughout your lifetime and give you access to more offers, further learning, and opportunities to network and connect. Enjoy exclusive events, connect with fellow alumni for advice, and access perks like merchandise discounts, free library access, and savings on short courses.

Explore the opportunities already available to you below, and to be the first to know when new benefits are added, make sure you join our new Sydney Alumni Community Group on LinkedIn and keep your alumni details up to date.

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Discounts and offers | Events and seminars | Networking and career | Entertainment and media | Employer and leadership opportunities

Discounts and offers

Free library access

Borrow books from the University's main collection, access online library resources or make use of library facilities.

10-25% off CCE

The Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) provides thousands of short courses for working professionals. Alumni receive a 10-25% discount.

Celebrating your milestone

Does 2025 mark a milestone year for you? We are seeking graduates of the years 2015, 2005, 2000, 1995, 1985, 1975, 1970, 1965 or 1960 to commemorate your graduation anniversary and achievements. Claim your memento now.

Events and seminars

Group of alumni attend an event on campus

Events and reunions

No matter where you are, or when you graduated, you can stay connected with the global alumni community by engaging with University events and alumni reunions.

GradFest 2025

Get a head start on your career with GradFest, taking place from 30 June - 3 July. Hear from industry insiders and enjoy inspiring panel discussions, exclusive webinars, and our finale networking night!

Jacaranda in front of quadrangle

Alumni tours

Experience the University's heritage and exciting future directions while connecting with like-minded graduates. Explore old haunts, new facilities and cutting edge research.

Community Festival

After two years of alumni, family and friends coming together at the Alumni Festival, the event is growing to become the University of Sydney Community Festival. Join us on Saturday 8 November 2025 and re-experience the magic of campus!

Culture Program

Access exclusive events and special offers through our partnerships with the Chau Chak Wing Museum, Seymour Centre, and Conservatorium of Music. Fill your calendar and dive into Sydney’s vibrant arts and culture scene.

Alumni Awards

The annual Alumni Awards acknowledge the achievements of extraordinary alumni with an inspiring awards night. Since 1980, the University of Sydney has recognised over 200 alumni for achievements in their fields.

Sydney Ideas

Sydney Ideas is the University of Sydney's flagship public talks program. Since 2006 it has been bringing leading thinkers from around the world to the Sydney community for thought-provoking discussions on the world's biggest issues.

Networking and career support

Career support and free professional development webinars

Explore free professional development webinars courses, career support services and resources for starting or getting ahead in your career, as well as the latest industry insights.

Innovation support

We are committed to supporting alumni in innovation activities and programs, equipping you with the skills needed to accelerate your ideas, career, or research.

Alumni networks

Becoming an active member of our alumni networks, associations and chapters is a great way to expand your networks, maintain your connection to the University and contribute to the life of the University and the wider community.

Connect on LinkedIn

Join the Sydney Alumni Community Network on LinkedIn to start growing your professional networks, learn from industry experts, share opportunities with fellow alumni, ask career questions and be the first to access exclusive alumni benefits and offers.

Glocal Meetups

Whether you’re looking to spark some new friendships or expand your professional networks, Glocal Meetups present a unique opportunity to meet like-minded University of Sydney graduates wherever you are in the world.

Entertainment and media

Alumni Book Clubs

The Univeristy of Sydney Book Club and the Next Chapter are open to all levels of readers. Whether you're a lifelong bookworm or want to read more, we invite you to reconnect with fellow alumni over some great books.

TalkFest Tuesdays @ The Seymour

Get more from your Seymour Season experience! Book a Tuesday night early show and enjoy a free and exclusive post-show Q and A with members of the creative team joined by expert commentators including Sydney University academics.

Sydney Alumni Magazine

Sydney Alumni Magazine (SAM) is the University of Sydney's flagship publication for alumni featuring stories of our incredible graduates and leading research.

The Solutionists podcast

The Solutionists dives into the most pressing issues of our time and introduces you to the people unearthing the seeds of remarkable solutions.

Employer and leadership opportunities

Recruit our graduates

Get a head start on recruiting the best graduates our University has to offer through an internship or placement, and provide our students with invaluable real-world experience.

Become a mentor

Becoming a mentor is a great way to pass on your knowledge, develop your leadership skills and give back to the next generation of leaders. Explore a snapshot of mentor opportunities.

Executive education

The University of Sydney Business School's tailored executive education programs focus on practical leadership and multidisciplinary solutions to real-world challenges.

Partner on a project

Partnering on a student project gives you the opportunity to collaborate and connect with a group of talented students and tackle an issue that is relevant to your organisation.

Connect on LinkedIn

Grow your professional networks, learn from industry experts, ask career questions and be the first to access alumni benefits.

Update your alumni details

Update your contact details to receive relevant alumni benefit promotions and offers.

GradFest 2025: 30 June – 3 July

Starting out in the working world can feel like a big leap, but you’re not alone. GradFest is our weeklong program designed to help recent graduates get the most out of your career. Register now to connect with industry insiders, recent alumni, and fellow grads through inspiring panel discussions, exclusive webinars, and a networking night you don’t want to miss.