ABSTUDY for masters or doctorate study
There’s ABSTUDY support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students doing a masters or doctorate.
How to claim ABSTUDY Fares Allowance
You can claim ABSTUDY Fares Allowance before or after your trip.
How to manage your ABSTUDY Living Allowance
Your options and obligations for ABSTUDY Living Allowance.
How we test partner income for ABSTUDY Living Allowance and School Fees Allowance higher rate
If you’re independent and you have a partner, we’ll assess their gross income. This is the income they get before any deduction, like tax.
Payment rates for Energy Supplement on Family Tax Benefit (FTB)
If you get a Family Tax Benefit the Energy Supplement amount you get depends on your and your partner’s circumstances and the payment or services you get.
If you need to attend an assessment
There are things you’ll need to do if you need to attend an Employment Services Assessment (ESAt).
Age requirements for Assistance for Isolated Children
Your child must meet the age requirements.
How to claim ABSTUDY Away from Base Assistance
You can claim Away from Base Assistance in different ways, depending on what you need to claim for. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Express Plus Centrelink mobile app help - Set up app
Instructions on how to sign in and set up the Express Plus Centrelink mobile app.
Transition to Independent Living Allowance
The Transition to Independent Living Allowance (TILA) helps if you’ve left or are leaving care. This may be formal care or out-of-home care (OOHC).