Financial assistance at UOW provides information about various fees, government assistance, scholarships, financial counselling, and tips on managing your money - as well as ways to access financial support at UOW and outside of it.
Future Students
Be prepared for the cost of uni life, student money management, scholarships and financial support.
Current students
Trouble budgeting? Need some financial counselling? Looking for casual work?
Graduating students
Finalise your fees, consider a postgraduate degree and get yourself prepared for life after UOW!
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
Financial assistance and scholarships tailored to students who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
International students
Understand your fees, rights and support systems in the financial space as an international student at UOW
Rural, regional and remote students
Gain insight into support mechanisms for rural, regional and remote students who may be far from home and dealing with challenges different to other students
It can be stressful to navigate your finances as a student and can often seem impossible. It’s important to be aware of the warning signs of financial stress such as arguing with people close to you about money, withdrawing from others, feeling guilty about spending and worrying a lot. Get advice today - you're not alone.
As a domestic student you have a number of ways to pay your tuition. All HELP loans and billing options need to be finalised prior to the Census date (requires login) to avoid any fees or enrolment complications.
HECS-HELP loans assist you in paying for your studies by either deferring all your fees or deferring a set balance. It’s your decision on what arrangement you are eligible for:
Make sure to stay informed with the right information by visiting this page: UOW HELP loans and billing options
As a uni student you will be required to pay course fees throughout your degree. Your fees will depend on your student type. Identify which category you fit into and really familiarise yourself with the process you need to follow:
Being a uni student and trying to keep on top of all your other expenses can be difficult, especially when trying to keep a work-life balance. Luckily there are government assistance options that can help you maintain that balance and manage your expenses. Here are some options to look into:
The UOW Scholarships team award a wide range of scholarships to both domestic and international students at an undergraduate and postgraduate level every year.
Their scholarships reward and encourage students who have demonstrated excellence in areas of academia, leadership, community and sport. They are also committed to providing support to students experiencing financial and other educational disadvantages through equity scholarships and grant programs.
How do you get one? It's simple - check out what is available and apply! There are a large number of scholarships and grants that don't get awarded purely because students don't think there will be something that suits them. It is so important for you to throw your hat in the ring.
Being a university student comes with financial obligations which can sometimes be difficult to plan for. UOW works hard to provide students with the most appropriate financial assistance to help reduce that unwanted stress around tuition fees, living expenses and everyday expenses. All you need to do is reach out when you need some back up and be aware of what help is available to you.
There are times though when you might like to try on your own first. Check out the online downloadable resources below that can help you with managing your expenses whilst at uni and get you into the habit of budgeting.
Phone: 0439 803 878
Email: rosalind.powell@aue.salvationarmy.org
Location: 11 - 13 Burelli Street, Wollongong NSW 2517
Phone: (02) 4276 1939
Email: maroun_germanos@clc.net.au
Location: 7 Greene Street, Warrawong NSW 2502
Phone: (02) 4231 8210
Email: geoff.cornwall@wesleymission.org.au
If you are not based in Wollongong and need to seek financial support elsewhere, please visit the MONEYSMART website for further information.
You can also visit the financial counselllor finder here.
If you are facing legal issues related to your financial difficulties, please see the Student Legal Clinic site for information on the free services available to students.