Students can apply for a range of scholarships from the University of ÃØÃÜÖ±²¥ and the Australian Government to help fund their studies, with several scholarships open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students only.
Financial support
University can be expensive, so financial assistance is available to help Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students with study costs.
ABSTUDY
is a group of payments for Indigenous students provided by the Australian Government. ABSTUDY can help cover costs related to your study such as:
- Living expenses
- Rent
- Stationery or other study materials
- Essential course costs such as textbooks
- Travel for your study or to relocate
If you are a masters or PhD student, there are certain payments available under ABSTUDY that can help cover the or .
How to apply for ABSTUDY
ABSTUDY is accessed via Centrelink, and the Ngunnawal Centre team can help answer questions about applying and support you during the application process.
If you have questions, need support, or want to connect with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students or staff, please contact the Ngunnawal Centre.
Ground Floor, UC Lodge, Telita Street, Bruce Campus
(02) 6201 2998
Students: Ngunnawal@canberra.edu.au
Staff and external contacts: Ngunnawaladmin@canberra.edu.au
