Fee Assistance
Applications open.
The Fee Assistance program provides financial assistance for eligible CIT students experiencing financial hardship.
Support types
Fee Assistance can provide financial assistances towards:
- student fees, recognition fees and uniform fees generated through Banner (CIT's student enrolment system). Granted fees are paid by CIT staff directly off student’s account before being advised of the result.
- required course materials available only through CITSA Bookshops. Granted amounts are by way of a credit at CITSA Bookshops. Credits are valid for approximately one (1) month.
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Support limits
Approved funding can cover up to 50% of your unpaid invoices (after you pay the first $20) and/or required course materials.
You can submit more than one application in the same semester, but the total support is capped at $650 per student, per semester.
The amount you receive depends on what you request and the funds available when we process your application.
How to apply
- Check your eligibility to apply by clicking on the blue button "Fee Assistance Eligibility Checker" below.
- If you are eligible, you will be provided information on submitting your online Fee Assistance application both on-screen and emailed to the address provided in the Fee Assistance Eligibility Checker form.
- Follow the advice provided and submit your application ensuring all required documents are attached.
- While waiting for a result of your Fee Assistance application you should begin to make small payments on your invoice/s.
- You will receive the result of your application via email. The email will include granted amounts (if applicable) and instructions on what to do next.
Whether your application has been successful or not, you will be given one (1) week to pay your outstanding fees or organise a payment plan, if eligible.
Information and assistance links
- Fee Assistance Eligibility Criteria information
- Fee Assistance Checklist and Process Information
- Fee Assistance Required Documents list
- List of staff who can assist you to complete your Fee Assistance application
- Finding your booklist and CITSA Bookshop quote information
Fee Assistance Eligibility Checker
Other financial options
For information about other financial options which may be available to you visit the CIT website Course Fees and Assistance page.
Fee Assistance also assists with funding for eligible CIT students with a one-off payment towards the cost of a CIT Student Association (CITSA) sourced low-cost laptop or desktop computer. Contact CITSA on 6207 3600 or cit.citsa@cit.edu.au for further details.

