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What the DSA covers.

Eligibility to apply for DSA funding

You can apply for Disabled Student Allowance (DSA), if you live in England and have a disability that affects your ability to study, such as a:

  • Specific Learning Difficulty, for example: dyslexia or ADHD
  • Mental health condition, for example: anxiety or depression
  • Physical disability, for example: Having to use crutches or a wheelchair
  • Sensory disability, for example: if you are visually impaired: deaf or have a hearing impairment
  • Long time health condition, for example: cancer, chronic heart disease or HIV

Who is not eligible?

You cannot get DSA from Student Finance England if you’re:

  • An EU student who is eligible for fee support only
  • Eligible for NHS Disabled Student Allowances (This is a separate scheme)
  • Getting equivalent support from another funding source, like from your university or a social work bursary
  • On a higher or degree apprenticeship course

When can I apply?

Students can apply now, if you live in England and have a disability that affects your ability to study.

Important: You should apply as soon as you know you are going to university. However, you can only receive your equipment once you have been accepted to university and started your course.

How to apply?

How you apply for Disabled Student Allowance (DSA) depends on whether you are studying full time or part time.

Please refer to https://www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowance-dsa/how-to-claim