Overview
HECS-HELP
Overview
If you study in a Commonwealth supported place:
- the Commonwealth contributes to the cost of your units of study
- you pay a student contribution amount towards the cost of your units of study, and
- you may be eligible for HECS-HELP assistance to pay your student contribution.
This section has been designed to assist you in understanding the eligibility requirements for being a Commonwealth supported student, the student contribution requirements, the payment options available to you and the process for applying for HECS-HELP assistance.
HECS-HELP loan
HECS-HELP loans are available to eligible students enrolled in Commonwealth supported places. A HECS-HELP loan will cover all or part of the student contribution amount.
If you receive a HECS-HELP loan, the Australian Government pays the loan amount directly to your higher education provider on your behalf and your HECS-HELP debt is recorded with the Tax Office.
There are no loan fees charged on HECS-HELP loans.
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