Overview

The ANUSA & ANU Disabilities’ Student Association (DSA) Subsidy is designed to support enrolled ANU students who identify as having a disability and require financial assistance related to their condition. Students do not have to be an active member of the DSA. 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 by clicking here to go to their website.

Successful applicants will be reimbursed for eligible disability-related expenses for non-medical/medical appointments up to $250 per year. This subsidy is available until the funds are exhausted. Click here to go to a non-exhaustive list of potential items that could be covered.

Eligibility Criteria

• Be enrolled as an ANU student

• Identify as having a disability (a medical certificate or prescription is not compulsory)

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

• Have purchased disability related items in the last 2 weeks.

Application Process

1. Complete all sections of the form below. (Apply here button → Select Program → ANUSA & ANU Disabilities’ Student Association (DSA) Subsidy)

2. Provide all required documentation, which includes a confirmation of enrolment letter (click here for instructions on how to download a confirmation of enrolment letter).

3. Purchase records of disability related expenses purchased in the last 2 weeks.

4. You may be asked to provide additional evidence where required.

If you need assistance with filling in the form, please contact the ANUSA Student Assistance Team at: sa.assistance@anu.edu.au or call +61 2 6125 244