During your time at VU you might need to take out a loan. This could be in the form of a VU student loan, HECS-HELP, VET FEE-HELP or FEE-HELP. We can provide  you with loans and HECS  information and assistance.

Student loans

If you are a current VU student, we can assist you with study costs through our student loan scheme. The maximum loan amount is $500.

To apply for a student loan you'll need to:

• read the information about student loans carefully
• complete the application form in full
• provide proof of your income such as payslips and statements and
• provide evidence for what the loan is needed for

You should also attend a financial assistance appointment with one of our Student Welfare staff.

Guarantors are required for all loans greater then $300 and for all borrowers aged under 18 years.

HECS-HELP and VET FEE-HELP

We can provide information and assistance regarding our fees, HECS-HELP, VET FEE-HELP and FEE-HELP.

HECS-HELP is a loan available to eligible Higher Education students that will cover all or part of the study fees. When you are eligible for a HECS-HELP loan, the Australian Government pays the loan amount directly to Victoria University on your behalf. 

HECS-HELP debt is recorded for you with the Tax Office against your Tax File Number. For full details on the HECS-HELP loan, please visit the Australian Government's Study Assist website.

You may also like to access some of the online resources available through the Australian Tax Office (ATO), such as the Study Assist - Frequently Asked Questions, or the HELP repayment calculator.

VET FEE-HELP is a loan available to eligible TAFE students studying at Diploma level or above from 1 July 2009. It is part of the HELP program. Victoria University is an approved VET FEE-HELP provider.

For more information see VET FEE-HELP.

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