Disabled Students’ Allowances

If you qualify for financial support from an UK student finance body, you may also be eligible for Disabled Students' Allowances (DSA).  

The support you receive through DSA could include: 

• specialist equipment or Assistive Technology, for example a computer and software that could help you to study
• an interpreter if you have a hearing impairment 
• a Study Skills Tutor if your disability affects your learning  
• a Mentor if a mental health diagnosis or Autistic Spectrum Condition affects your studies
• a note-taker  
• help with study-related travel costs

To apply for DSA, you need to apply to the student finance body where your home address is located:

• If in England, apply to Student Finance England
• If in Wales, apply to Student Finance Wales
• If in Scotland, apply to Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS)
• If in Northern Ireland, apply to Student Finance NI

For more information on applying for DSA, please see You can contact us by emailing Student Well-being

Please see our Frequently Asked Questions for more information on applying for Disabled Students’ Allowances.