Starting study for higher education
Learn about payments, services and support you may get when you start studying at a higher level.
Ending higher education study
Find out what support you may get from us when you finish studying.
Resources you can use when you’re starting higher education
Find out about services and resources you can use when taking the leap to further study.
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.
Transitioning out of state care
Find help if you’re transitioning out of state or foster care.
Allowable time for Austudy
Allowable time is how long you can get Austudy while you’re studying.
Dependent or independent for ABSTUDY
If you apply for ABSTUDY, we’ll assess you as being dependent or independent for payment.
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.
Help in your language
We can help you with translated information or you can talk to a service officer who speaks your language.
Change of circumstances that could affect your Austudy
You must tell us if things change as it might affect your Austudy payment.