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ENGLAND
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Student Finance England

Name
Disabled Students Allowance (DSA)
Website
www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowances-dsas
Region
ENGLAND
Specific Geographical Area
England
Who Can Apply
People who are disabled* and are studying towards their undergraduate or post-graduate degree or towards one of the qualifications listed here: www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowance-dsa/eligibility
What Can Be Funded
Any specialist equipment needed for studying your course, non-medical helpers, extra travel costs and other disability-related costs. For a laptop/PC you will be required to contribute £200.
What Can Not Be Funded
Any normal day-to-day expenses associated with your disability or normal student expenses.
How To Apply
A DSA application is available on the Student Finance England website or a paper copy can be found here www.gov.uk/student-finance-forms
Acknowledgement
Once your application has been received, you'll know if you have been successful gaining a DSA within 6 weeks. Getting DSA support in place can take up to 14 weeks.
Notes

The fund is pro-rata, so if you are studying part-time or at home you will receive a proportional amount of funding towards support costs.

* The term disability covers:

  • learning difficulties; for example dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD
  • mental health conditions; for example anxiety, depression
  • physical disabilities; for example if you have to use aids for moving around or need a special keyboard
  • sensory disability; for example visually impaired, deaf or a hearing impairment
  • long-term health conditions; for example cancer, chronic heart disease, HIV
If you still have questions regarding this fund, more information is available on the website above or by calling 0300 100 0607, Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm; Saturday 9am to 4pm.
Contact

Student Finance England
Part-time students must apply via the paper form, full-time students can apply via their SFE Webportal.