Individual study allowance
Are you 18 years or older and do you have a (work-related) disability? Then it is sometimes difficult to combine education with a part-time job. As a result, you often have to borrow more than students without a disability. To prevent high student debt, there is the individual study allowance. Furthermore, the municipality wants to encourage young people with a (work-related) disability to study, which increases the chance of a higher income.
How does it work?
The Study Grant is available for students who meet the following conditions:
- You are structurally unable to earn money alongside your studies as a direct result of an illness or disability;
- You are studying and receiving student finance under the WSF 2000 or a contribution to study costs under the WTOS;
- You are not entitled to benefits under the Wajong scheme.
There is no limit to your assets.
How do I apply for the Study Allowance?
Apply for the Student Allowance using the application form at the bottom of this page. After your application, you will receive a message as soon as possible whether or not you are eligible. As long as you continue to meet the conditions, you will receive the Student Allowance and do not need to reapply. A Student Allowance application can be granted with a maximum of 5 years retroactive effect, but with an ultimate date of April 1, 2022.
What will I get?
The amount of the study allowance depends on your age. Currently (from January 1, 2025), the following amounts apply:
| Age | Net amounts per month |
|---|---|
| 21 years and older | € 369,75 |
| 20 years | € 295,80 |
| 19 years old | € 221,85 |
| 18 years old | € 184,88 |
| 17 years old | € 146,06 |
| 16 years old | € 127,57 |
| 15 years | € 110,93 |
| Release of internship allowance | € 221,85 |
A study grant does not count as support if you should ever apply for special assistance as a 21-year-old or older.
What rules do I need to follow?
For the Study Allowance, you must, upon request or as soon as possible on your own initiative, provide information that may affect the right to the Study Allowance.
Need help?
If you have trouble filling in the application form, ask someone in your area for help. If that is not possible, you can get (free) help from the Area Team (phone number 14 0511).
If you are unable to print the form, we can also send it by post. Please call the municipality on telephone number 14 0511 to request this.
What applies to you?
Did you know that many households struggle to make ends meet? There are many regulations and allowances, but how do you know what you are entitled to? The online tool 'That applies to me' can help. In just a few clicks, you can see what you may be entitled to. After that, you can choose to apply for the regulation or allowance yourself, or get help with the application.