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.
Payments and support for Indigenous Australians
We have a range of payments and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians.
ABSTUDY Living Allowance maximum rates for independent students and Australian Apprentices
These payment rates are only a guide. They're for full time and approved concessional study load students and apprentices.
Independent for Youth Allowance if you’re in state care
You may be independent for Youth Allowance if you are in state care. This includes foster care.
Fares Allowance if you study by distance and online
You may get Fares Allowance to attend compulsory activities for your study.
ABSTUDY request for private board providers details form (SY115)
Use this form to provide private board providers details for an ABSTUDY secondary student who is living away from home and boarding privately.
Allowable time for Austudy
Allowable time is how long you can get Austudy while you’re studying.
What we pay Fares Allowance for
If you’re eligible, you can get Fares Allowance for the following situations.
How much Pensioner Education Supplement you can get
Depending on your circumstances, there are 2 different rates of Pensioner Education Supplement you can get.
Who can get Fares Allowance
You must be a tertiary student living away from home to study to get Fares Allowance.