Financial counselling program

FREE confidential financial counselling for current UOW students.

This service is provided by a dedicated financial counsellor at the Illawarra Legal Centre and is funded by the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).

Students are encouraged and supported in strengthening their ability to manage their finances. Personalised support services are designed to find the best solutions for unique needs, with appropriate referrals offered when required.

See the Illawarra Legal Centre website to find out how they manage personal information and records.

Appointments

To book an appointment, call 02 42761939.

Appointments are available over the phone or in-person on Wollongong Campus and are usually scheduled on Tuesday and Wednesday during office hours.

How this service can help

This service can assist you if you are experiencing any of the following:

• Having trouble keeping up with credit card repayments and loans
• Behind on your rent or mortgage
• Unable to pay your bills on time
• Receiving disconnection notices for phone or electricity
• Unable to pay fines or infringements
• Worried about your car being repossessed
• Car accident claims
• Taxation debt
• Being harassed by debt collectors
• Overcommitted with debt
• Facing debt recovery through the courts
• Contemplating or facing bankruptcy.

This service does not provide legal advice and are not financial planners. If you’re facing legal action, get free legal advice as soon as possible. Ask your Financial Counsellor about making an appointment with one of ILC’s solicitors.