Financial Support Services
On this page, you'll find information on financial support and emergency funding options for students.
MONSU Caulfield: Financial Grants Program — Life happens, and when it does, it can be expensive! That’s why MONSU Caulfield is offering financial grants to undergraduate Caulfield students experiencing financial hardship.
Monash University: Emergency Grant — If you're in financial hardship and need immediate support you may be eligible for the Emergency Grant payment of up to $500
Monash University: Student Loans — If you need help with study-related expenses, or you’re experiencing financial difficulties, you may be eligible for a student loan.
Food Support On-Campus
As part of MONSU Caulfield's Welfare initiatives, we also host free food days on-campus throughout the semester.
Bills + Utilities Support
Rental Support
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Commonwealth Rent Assistance — extra income added to Centrelink payments (for domestic students, gov. concession card holders; tenancy details must be supplied to Centrelink)
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Housing Establishment Fund (HEF) — one-off payment to support emergency costs, such as eviction (must provide 3 months' bank statements and evidence like eviction notice)
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Private Rental Assistance Program (PRAP) — larger grants for long term rental stability (must provide evidence of hardship ie sudden job loss but also evidence of ability to pay future rent).
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Tenants Victoria – free hotline for tenancy self-advocacy
Health Support
Legal Support
Interest Free Loans
Other Support
Emergency relief
Financial Aid + Counselling