Where you can find information on higher education loans and support.

Studying is not always smooth sailing. There may be times where you face challenges which make it hard for you to keep up with your academic requirements and you may need additional support.

HECS-HELP is a loan from the Australian Government that you can use to pay your student contribution amount.

To access a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) and/or a Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) loan, students must be enrolled with an approved Australian higher education provider.

Below you will find answers to the most common questions on eligibility for a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) or HELP loan.

There are several financial support options available to help eligible students pay for their higher education.

The Australian Government supports students to undertake higher education by funding public universities and a small number of private higher education providers to offer Commonwealth supported places (CSPs).

FEE-HELP is a loan from the Australian Government to pay all or part of your fees when you study a higher education course at an approved higher education provider.

OS-HELP is a loan from the Australian Government for students enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) who want to study part of their course overseas.

Higher education students may be eligible for a Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) loan from the Australian Government to help pay for the cost of their study now, that they will repay later.