How to claim ABSTUDY Pensioner Education Supplement
Complete the following steps to claim ABSTUDY Pensioner Education Supplement. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Payments and support for Indigenous Australians
We have a range of payments and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
Doing higher education study
Learn what payments, services and support you may get when you’re studying at university or TAFE.
Ending higher education study
Find out what support you may get from us when you finish studying.
Transitioning out of state care
Find help if you’re transitioning out of state or foster care.
Dependent or independent for ABSTUDY
If you apply for ABSTUDY, we’ll assess you as being dependent or independent for payment.
Higher rates of Youth Allowance when living away from home - students and Australian Apprentices
You may get a higher rate of Youth Allowance if you need to live away from your parents' home. This can be to study, or do your Australian Apprenticeship.
Allowable time for study while getting Youth Allowance
There’s an allowable time limit on how long you’ll get Youth Allowance. We base it on the minimum time it normally takes to complete your course as a full time student.
Change of circumstances that could affect your Austudy
You must tell us if things change as it might affect your Austudy payment.
Healthy Start for School health check
If your child is turning 4, they may need to have a health check. If they don’t, your Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A rate may reduce.