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Higher Education: Education
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· vs. 8 similar education in AustraliaConcerns
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, The University of Sydney has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the ACNC.
- Established in 1849, it is among the oldest education charities in Australia GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 11,617 education charities in Australia with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 66 places it in the top 1% of the 14,337 education charities in Australia GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
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- financial records (5 filed years)
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- third-party accreditation
- leadership details
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe University of Sydney is a registered education nonprofit based in Forest Lodge, New South Wales, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 1849 and has been operating for 177 years. Its registration number is 15211513464. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsement from the Australian Taxation Office, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization meets the ATO's endorsement requirements. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 66/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports A$3.9B in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.
The University of Sydney's official registration number is 15211513464, as recorded in the national registry of Australia.
The University of Sydney has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 66 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in Australia is 67/100.
The University of Sydney is located in Forest Lodge, New South Wales, Australia. The organization was established in 1849 and has been active for 177 years. Its registered address is Level 4, 71-79 Arundel St, Forest Lodge, New South Wales, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, The University of Sydney has A$3.9B in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of A$8M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The University of Sydney is classified as an Education organization, registered in Australia. It operates as an Other Incorporated Entity. By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has A$3.9B in annual revenue.
No red flags have been detected for The University of Sydney. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, The University of Sydney holds Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsement from the Australian Taxation Office, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization meets the ATO's endorsement requirements. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Among education charities registered in Australia: Its annual revenue of A$3.9B is well above the peer average of A$8M.
Yes - The University of Sydney is endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR), so gifts of $2 or more are tax-deductible for Australian donors. GiveRadar verifies this against the official Australian Business Register and re-checks it weekly. Keep your receipt for your tax return.
Filing history
5 years on file from ACNC (Australia) (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Australian donations are deductible if The University of Sydney holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
The University of Sydney is registered in Australia. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
The University of Sydney is registered in Australia. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Latest news
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Sydney University vs Forest Rangers AUS - H2H, Compare Teams - Futbol24
University of Sydney’s huge financial blow from China revealed - The Australian
University of Sydney partners with Thermo Fisher for strategic research collaborations - BioSpectrum Asia
Sir Anthony Mason, a jurist who shaped Australia, dies at 100 - The University of Sydney
Professor Wojciech Sadurski appointed to prestigious Venice Commission - The University of Sydney
No evidence to suggest medicinal cannabis is effective for depression, anxiety or PTSD - The University of Sydney
Tech companies are blaming massive layoffs on AI. What's really going on? - The University of Sydney
From MBA student to regional business partner - The University of Sydney
$55.1 million to position Australia as world leader in maths - The University of Sydney
Shaping the Digital Future: Inside The University of Sydney's New MBA - MBA News Australia
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)
- Financial filings
- Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Wikidata structured data
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1849
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Named leadershipBoard and officer list not yet indexed
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Mission statementNo self-published statement of purpose
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about The University of Sydney
- What is The University of Sydney?
- The University of Sydney is a education other incorporated entity based in Forest Lodge, Australia. Higher Education: Education
- When was The University of Sydney founded?
- The University of Sydney was founded in 1849.
- Where is The University of Sydney located?
- Headquartered in Forest Lodge, New South Wales, Australia.
- What is The University of Sydney's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately A$1B+.
- Is The University of Sydney trustworthy?
- The University of Sydney has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 66 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is The University of Sydney's registration number?
- Registration: 15211513464 (Australia).
- What is The University of Sydney's website?
- http://www.sydney.edu.au
- Are donations to The University of Sydney tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Australia under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.