Many young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) progress to higher education, however it is not possible to have an Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP) at University. Those who require additional support and may incur extra costs as a result of their disability may be eligible for a Disabled Student Allowance (DSA). The financial support offered is based on individual need not household income and does not have to be repaid.

If a young person with an EHC plan has a confirmed higher education place, with their permission, the Local Authority will pass a copy of the EHC plan to the relevant institution and to the assessor for Disabled Students Allowance.

For more information about the Disabled Students Allowance and how to apply visit www.gov.uk/disabled-students-allowances-dsas/overview.

UCAS has information and advice for students with disabilities, including access arrangements and financial options.

Note: Higher Education is funded through the Higher Education Funding Council for England and the Special Educational Needs Code of Practice does not apply to students in Higher Education.