Payments and support for Indigenous Australians
We have a range of payments and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
Meet some of our students - student profiles
We have 7 common student profiles. See if any of these match your situation.
Who can get Youth Allowance for students and apprentices
Check if you're eligible to get Youth Allowance as a student or an Australian Apprentice.
How much Austudy you can get
The amount of Austudy you get depends on how much you earn.
Who can get Education Entry Payment
Learn who can get Education Entry Payment (EdEP).
Payments you can get for higher education
Find out about payments and loans you can get when taking the leap to further training or study at university or TAFE.

ABSTUDY Living Allowance rate increase for students and apprentices
Your payment may increase in September 2025.
How much Education Entry Payment you can get
Education Entry Payment (EdEP) is a one off payment of $208 a year.
How to claim Education Entry Payment
What you may need to do to claim Education Entry Payment (EdEP).
Confirmation of Identity - Verification for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people form (RA010)
Use this form to provide confirmation of your identity if you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander who has no other identity documents available.