If you're studying in 2026, you can start your StudyLink application.
Around 120,000 students will need to get organised for study in 2026. Apply for your student allowance or loan before 16 December to give yourself the best chance of having everything sorted and ready for the start of your course.
You can get started at the StudyLink website.
If you’ve had a student allowance or loan in the last 12 months, login to MyStudyLink and use the Returning Application to apply.
It'll take less than five minutes.
Need some help figuring it out?
If you have any questions or need support, you can email OP's StudyLink Advisor, Amanda McAra at Amanda.McAra@op.ac.nz
Published on 22 Sept 2025
Orderdate: 22 Sept 2025
Expiry: 22 Sept 2027