Claim for ABSTUDY form (SY019)
Use this form if you are a secondary or tertiary student, or Australian Apprentice claiming ABSTUDY.
How an Income Bank works
You can earn up to $528 a fortnight under the personal income test before we reduce your payment.
ABSTUDY for full time higher education study
There’s ABSTUDY support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students doing an approved higher education course full time.
Higher rates of ABSTUDY Living Allowance when living away from home
You may get a higher rate of ABSTUDY if you need to live away from home to study or do your Australian Apprenticeship.
Young people living with or without their parents rent type for Rent Assistance
Eligibility for Rent Assistance when you’re a young person paying rent to your parents and living with or without them.
How much Relocation Scholarship you can get
Your payment rate of Relocation Scholarship depends on your circumstances.
What an Income Bank is
Your Income Bank allows you to earn credits where your income is less than $528 a fortnight.
Low Income Health Care Card if you get Austudy
If you're getting Austudy you may also get a Low Income health Care Card.
Managing your money while studying or training
We can help you take away some of the financial stresses while you’re studying or training. We’ve got tips and tools to help.
Changing your circumstances when you get a Student Start up Loan
It’s important to tell us if your circumstances change when you get a Student Start-up Loan.