The ANUSA Textbook Program has now closed for 2026 semester 1 and will reopen in semester 2.

The ANUSA Textbook Program supports ANU students experiencing financial hardship to purchase prescribed textbooks required for their enrolled courses. Eligible students may receive up to $300 in reimbursement, assessed on a case-by-case basis. Please note that recommended reading materials are not covered under this program.

This is a reimbursement-based program, meaning students must purchase their prescribed textbook(s) before submitting an application. The program assumes that prescribed textbooks are compulsory for course participation. Applicants must provide a clear explanation of their financial circumstances and why they require additional assistance with textbook costs.

There are no restrictions on textbook format or place of purchase. Both physical and digital textbooks are eligible, and second-hand textbooks are also accepted, provided that proof of payment and a photo of the textbook are submitted.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled as an ANU student

• Demonstrate genuine financial hardship and explain how this program will assist them

• Provide evidence of payment for prescribed textbook(s) required for their course

Application Requirements

To apply for the ANUSA Textbook Voucher Program, you must submit the following documents. Applications with missing information will be considered unsuccessful.

1. Complete all sections of the form (Click Apply here button below → Select Program → Textbook Program)

2. Confirmation of Enrolment Letter for the current semester

3. Proof of purchase for the prescribed textbook(s):

• A receipt or bank transaction record

• For second-hand textbooks, both a transaction record and a photo of the textbook are required

1. Proof of your textbook is the prescribed textbook for your course

• Provide the course code or the screenshot of the course announcement

1. Bank statements from the past 30 days for all accounts in your name, including savings and offset accounts

2. You may be asked to provide additional evidence where required