Most useful information for higher education

1. Dependent or independent
2. Independent through work

Independent for ABSTUDY through a work related activity

You may be independent by doing a work related activity. You must have been doing it for at least 3 out of the last 4 years.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Independent through work

Independent for ABSTUDY through full time work

You may be independent if you worked full time. You must have worked an average of 30 hours a week for at least 18 months within any 2 year period.

Reviewable independence for ABSTUDY

We might consider you as independent under the reviewable criteria.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Reviewable independence

Independent for ABSTUDY if you’re in a de facto relationship for at least 6 months

You may be independent if you’re in a de facto relationship for at least 6 months.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Reviewable independence

Independent for ABSTUDY if you’re 16 or older and return to live in an Indigenous community

You may be independent if you’re 16 or older and meet certain criteria.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Reviewable independence

Independent for ABSTUDY if your parents can’t take care of you

You may be independent if you’re 15 or older and your parents can’t take care of you.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Reviewable independence

Independent for ABSTUDY if you’re caring for or have custody of another person’s child

You may be independent if you care for or have custody of another person’s dependent child.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Reviewable independence

Independent for ABSTUDY if it’s unreasonable for you to live at home

You may be independent if you’re unable to live at home with either of your parents due to extreme circumstances.

1. Who can get it
2. Types of travel

ABSTUDY Fares Allowance for orientation and special purpose visit travel

Help for eligible students and non-student travellers to travel for an open day, orientation activity or other special purpose.

1. Who can get it
2. Types of travel

ABSTUDY Fares Allowance for graduation travel

Help for tertiary students to travel to and from their graduation ceremony.