Income and assets tests for ABSTUDY
We check income and assets to see if you can get some ABSTUDY payments and how much you might get.
How much Rent Assistance you can get
The amount of Rent Assistance you can get depends on how much rent you pay.
How much Austudy you can get
The amount of Austudy you get depends on how much you earn.
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.
Approved courses and education providers
You must study an approved course at an approved education provider to get Youth Allowance, Austudy, or Pensioner Education Supplement.
Concession and health care cards
Concession and health care cards can get you cheaper health services and medicines.
Centrelink online account help - Apply for an advance payment
Instructions to apply for an advance payment using your Centrelink online account.
New Zealand citizens claiming payments in Australia
If you’re a New Zealand citizen living in Australia you may be eligible to get Centrelink payments or concession cards.
Starting study for higher education
Learn about payments, services and support you may get when you start studying at a higher level.
Who can get Rent Assistance
You can get Rent Assistance if you get an eligible payment and your eligible accommodation costs are over a certain amount.