If you are an Indigenous secondary or tertiary student or a full-time Australian Apprentice, ABSTUDY may help you stay at school or go on to further studies. It consists of a fortnightly living allowance as well as additional components to help with the costs associated with attending school.
You Qualify for ABSTUDY if You Are an Indigenous Person and You:
- were 14 years or more on 1 January and are studying at primary school;
- are doing secondary school studies;
- are studying full-time or part-time at a TAFE, university or tertiary institution;
- are undertaking a full-time Australian Apprenticeship;
- are doing a distance education or correspondence course;
- are studying for a Masters or Doctorate; and
- meet the basic eligibility requirements.
How Much Help You Can Get From ABSTUDY Depends On:
- whether you are studying full-time or part-time;
- what course you are studying;
- your age;
- whether you need to live away from home;
- whether you are dependent on your parents/guardians;
- how much you and your partner or parents/guardians earn;
New Apprentices can telephone Centrelink on 13 3633 or apply online at www.centrelink.gov.au and follow the online services links.