Student Start-up Loan periods and payments
There are 2 loan periods each calendar year.
Dependent or independent for Youth Allowance as a student or Australian apprentice
When you apply for Youth Allowance for students and Australian Apprentices, we’ll assess you as being either dependent or independent.
Income tests for Austudy
We use income tests to see if you’re eligible for Austudy and work out how much you’ll get.
Centrelink online account help - Update your study details
Instructions on how to update your study details for Youth Allowance, Austudy, ABSTUDY, Tertiary Access Payment and Pensioner Education Supplement using your Centrelink online account.
Who can get a Student Start-up Loan
If you're a student getting Youth Allowance, Austudy or ABSTUDY Living Allowance, you might be able to get a Student Start-up Loan.
Parental income limits for Tertiary Access Payment
We check your parents’ or guardians’ income when you claim Tertiary Access Payment.
How to claim Education Entry Payment
What you may need to do to claim Education Entry Payment (EdEP).
Limited program schools in Queensland for ABSTUDY and Youth Allowance
Information about Limited program schools in Queensland for ABSTUDY and Youth Allowance.
When you’ll get your first Austudy payment
There may be one or more waiting periods that apply before you get your first Austudy payment.
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.