Charles Sturt University

Financial assistance

When weighing up the costs of studying, remember the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals. Students are able to access a variety of sources when seeking financial assistance with the costs associated with university study.

Fees

To find out more about fees please visit the following site www.csu.edu.au/division/finserv/students/

Scholarships

There are a huge range of scholarship options to provide financial assistance for people who wish to study through CSU. The Student Equity Service administers Equity Scholarships and Grants, including Commonwealth Learning Scholarships and CSU Equity Scholarships while the Charles Sturt Foundation operates an extensive scholarship program through the valuable support and contribution of both industry groups and individuals. More information about Scholarships

Loans

The Special Assistance Loans Scheme provides short term financial assistance to enable students to continue their studies. Loans may be approved for things like off campus accommodation, textbooks, study equipment and living expenses. More information about loans

Financial assistance

CSU Student Services can provide you with advice on important sources of financial assistance, including the Commonwealth Government funded loan scheme for students experiencing financial difficulty.

For information on government allowances please call the Higher Education Loan Program inquiry line: 1800 020 108 or visit: www.goingtouni.gov.au. The Australian Taxation Office will be able to advise on whether your costs are tax deductible - it's worth investigating.

Access to allowances for Postgraduate study

The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) now offers student income support to students undertaking study in a number of professionally-oriented Master by coursework degrees. Eligible students undertaking the following approved Master degrees will be able to access Youth Allowance, Austudy and Abstudy. A complete list of approved courses has been provided to Centrelink to assist with student enquiries.

Master degrees offered by Charles Sturt University approved by the Minister for student income support are:

• Master of Applied Science (Library and Information Management)
• Master of Applied Science (Teacher Librarianship)
• Master of Arts (Journalism)
• Master of Education (Teacher Librarianship)
• Master of Environmental Management
• Master of Exercise Science (Rehabilitation)
• Master of Psychology
• Master of Social Work
• Master of Teaching (Primary)

For more information, visit the DEEWR website