Closing date: Ongoing; applications accepted year-round
Student type: Domestic students (Australian citizens, permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens)
Level of study: Secondary school, vocational education and training (VET), undergraduate, and postgraduate courses
Study area: All study areas at approved educational institutions
Scholarship value:
- Living allowance ranging from AUD $410 to $836 per fortnight, depending on age, living arrangements, and dependency status
- Additional allowances for students living away from home, with children, or in remote areas
- Income and assets tests apply to determine eligibility and payment amount
Description:
Youth Allowance is financial support for young people aged 16 to 24 who are studying full-time, undertaking an Australian Apprenticeship, or looking for work. It helps cover living expenses and education-related costs.
Eligibility:
- Aged 16 to 24 years
- Enrolled full-time in study or apprenticeship, or job seeker
- Meet Australian residency requirements
- Satisfy income and assets tests
- Undertake an approved course at an approved education provider
How to apply:
- Create a myGov account linked to Centrelink
- Submit an online claim through Centrelink portal
- Provide required documentation and follow application prompts
More info:
https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/youth-allowance