The ANUSA & ANU Disabilities’ Student Association(DSA) Subsidy is designed to support enrolled students at the ANU who identify as having a disability and require financial assistance for their condition. Disability is a wide term that encompasses physical disability, intellectual disability, mental illness, dyslexia, neurodivergence (Autism/ADHD), chronic pain, chronic illness, autoimmune disorders (lupus, alopecia) and food allergies. You can learn more about DSA from their website here.

Successful applicants will be provided with a reimbursement of eligible non-medication disability related expenses up to $250 per year. Here are a link to an non-exhaustive list of potential items that could be covered.

Eligibility Criteria

• Currently enrolled as a domestic or international student at the ANU;

• Identify as having a disability;

• Demonstrates that the expense(s) are related to their disability and provide adequate explanation for need.

Application Process

Student must provide the following:

1.Evidence of current enrolment (instructions can be found here);

2.Proof of disability related expenses (receipt or bank transaction record);

3. Click on the ‘Apply here’ button below. Fill out the form and upload all required documents.

Successful applicants must notify the ANUSA Student Assistance Team of any changes to the program or the amount required.

If you need assistance with your application or funds to purchase disability related items , please contact the ANUSA Student Assistance Team at sa.assistance@anu.edu.au or call 6125 2444.