Independent for ABSTUDY if you’re married or in a registered relationship
You may be independent if you are or were married, or in a registered relationship.
ABSTUDY Living Allowance residential costs option
An option for students to help pay residential costs while living away from home to study.
Claim up to $5,000 from the Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) now
If you are getting ready for a new chapter in your education but are worried about moving costs from a regional or remote area, the TAP can help you.
Students exempt from the Tertiary Access Payment parental income limit
We don’t need your parental income when you claim the Tertiary Access Payment if you’re exempt.
Independent for Youth Allowance if it’s unreasonable for you to live at home
If you’re unable to live at home with either of your parents due to extreme circumstances, you may be independent.
Who can get Austudy
You need to meet certain criteria to get Austudy if you're a student or Australian Apprentice.
Claim for ABSTUDY form (SY019)
Use this form if you are a secondary or tertiary student, or Australian Apprentice claiming ABSTUDY.
Low Income Health Care Card if you get Austudy
If you're getting Austudy you may also get a Low Income health Care Card.
Criteria to get a higher rate of ABSTUDY if your home conditions are unsuitable
You may get a higher rate of ABSTUDY Living Allowance if you live away from home because of your home conditions.
ABSTUDY Additional Incidentals Allowance
You may get ABSTUDY Additional Incidentals Allowance if you have high essential course costs.