CSSL 2026 Information

What is CSSL?

CSSL, also referred to as the Compulsory Student Services Levy, is a fee to help fund key services to assist student success and overall wellbeing while studying at Yoobee Colleges.

Cut Above is one of the trading names for the registered PTE Yoobee Colleges. Your enrolment is with Yoobee Colleges Ltd and your qualification is issued by Yoobee Colleges.

All colleges registered under the Yoobee Colleges EDUMIS number (9324) will apply the same CSSL and provide the prescribed offering.

How much is it?

In 2026, the compulsory student services levy is as follows:

On-campus and Blended delivery:

• $410 (GST inclusive) per student for 80 to 120 credit programmes

• $205 (GST inclusive) for programmes up to 60 credits

On-line delivery:

• $205 (GST inclusive) per student for 80 to 120 credit programmes

• $102.50 (GST inclusive) for programmes up to 60 credits

Domestic students can borrow the amount as part of their student loan.

Setting the 2026 CSSL – Student Consultation

The CSSL is set in consultation with students via Student Representatives. As a result of student feedback, Careers Information and Guidance has been added to the services funded in 2026.

Why is this important to me?

As part of the Ministry of Education’s direction, institutions are required to report on how fees are charged and spent. Institutions must involve students, or their representatives, when deciding on the following:

• Maximum amount students pay

• Types of services delivered

• Procurement of these services

• Method for authorising expenditure on these services.

STUDENT SERVICES THE CSSL CONTRIBUTES TO:

Counselling and Wellbeing Services

Providing non-academic counselling, wellbeing and pastoral care services.

Sports, Recreation and Cultural Services

Providing student-led sports, recreation and cultural activities for students that foster social connection and community engagement.

Learner Support Services

Providing dedicated resource to assist students with any specific learning needs they may have, to ensure they are successful in their studies.

Careers Information and Guidance

Supporting students’ to secure internships and transition into post-study employment.