Parents and guardians guide to university

Financing study and scholarships

A big part of preparing your teen for university is understanding the costs. Questions to consider include whether they should live on or off campus, as well as whether they should look for part-time work while studying. 

UQ students have access to both FEE-HELP and HECS-HELP loans to make studying affordable. We also offer a wide range of scholarships.

How UQ will support your teen

When your teen chooses UQ, you’ll know they’re in good hands. While there are still things you can do to support them at university, they’ll also receive dedicated support from our staff – emotionally, academically and financially.

This support comes in the form of mental health events, disability support, accessible student services and much more. Going to university looks like a daunting and solitary experience to many teens, but every student at UQ is welcomed and supported from day one.

Navigating the QTAC application process

Your teen’s application and offer to study at UQ will go through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). 

The QTAC process is important, but it can be a little intimidating at first. Watch our video for insights into how other parents have helped their teens through this application. 

You can also check key QTAC dates (and fixed closing dates for some courses) to make sure they doesn’t miss any deadlines.