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    Finance support

    Access a range of services and resources to support your costs of living.

    Juggling the costs of study and life can be a real struggle, especially with increases to the basic costs of living. Here you can tap into support services, practical resources and important information to help you as you navigate your life as a student. 

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    Cost of living

    Griffith University provides a wide range of supports to help you survive and thrive throughout different stages of your studies. These supports can help you save money, get a better job and help you budget for the many predictable—and unpredictable—expenses that can arise.

    Griffith University provides a wide range of supports to help you survive and thrive throughout different stages of your studies.

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    Financial foundations

    It is important we develop the skills, habits and knowledge that help us to take control of our finances. Having this solid financial foundation will set you up for success over the course of your studies and throughout your career.

    Learn more information on how to manage your money, how to earn more and who can help ensure your rights are upheld.

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    Cheaper living

    Combining smaller savings and supports can collectively make a big difference to covering regular expenses. This is particularly important when the costs of living increase, or when income is reduced.

    See available support that can help you access free and cheap food, transport and other supports to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing.

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    Accommodation

    For most people living in Australia, accommodation is the largest weekly expense. In addition to rent, there can be a broad range of challenges that come with living in rental accommodation.

    Discover support that can assist you to find a place to live, manage some of costs and to protect your rights at all stages of the tenancy.

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    Money, debt and support

    Being in debt is not a moral failing. People can find themselves in debt for a number of reasons, many of which can be outside of our control. Regardless of the cause, being in significant debt can be overwhelming and scary. The good news is there are many supports and systems to help manage and reduce debt.

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    Need additional financial support?

    Scholarships

    We offer scholarships providing financial support to a wide range of students so that they have the additional support they need to succeed.

    See available scholarships 

    Other financial support

    If you are experiencing extreme financial difficulty, you may be eligible for financial assistance to help with living expenses and the costs of studying at university.

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    Frequently asked questions

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    Answer

    Griffith University works with a variety of country based student financial aid programs. For example, students from Scandinavia and Canada are able to participate in student loan programs in their home country while attending Griffith University.
    Please refer to the Financial Aid and Student Loans webpage for additional information.

    Griffith University also offers a range of scholarships that you may be eligible for. You can find more information at International Scholarships and Finance.

    If you are a continuing student, you may be eligible for an Academic Payment Plan (APP). Please refer to the webpage to see if you meet the eligibility requirements.

    Answer

    OS-HELP is the Overseas Higher Education Loan Program, which is a loan provided by the Australian Government and is designed to assist eligible Australian students to undertake an overseas experience as a part of their degree studies.

    OS-HELP can be used for a range of expenses such as airfares, accommodation and other travel or study expenses. You may receive one loan per six-month study period and can access a total of two OS-HELP loans in your lifetime.

    For more information visit OS-HELP Loan.

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    You can go to the GriffithPAY website and sign in using your Griffith student or staff single sign-on.

    Please note that non-Griffith users need to register their details and create an account. 

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