VEC grant for a repeat year under exceptional circumstances?

Fenster

I had severe problems with mental illness beginning in last October, and as a result, I completely failed my second year in college. My plan is to forge ahead with my education, and work to repeat the two semesters from September on. I've started my own inquires independently, and I'm really just curious if anyone here has ever applied for this waiver on the grant, and been successful.

What was your experience? What documentation (I possess several letters from my doctor and other professionals in regard to my situation) would be asked for?

The rules for the VEC student grant reads (emphasis mine):

Generally speaking, if students fail one or more end of year exam, they can repeat the subject in August. In this instance, if students are successful they will be eligible for their grant for the following academic year. However, if students fail the repeat exams they will be ineligible for grant assistance as grants will not be paid for a repeat year of study at the same level irrespective of whether a grant was paid previously. A VEC / Local Authority shall have discretion to waive this clause under exceptional circumstances such as “Certified Serious Illness”. Please notify the admissions office of your college / university regarding the circumstances of your repeat year

Annasopra

I would advise contacting your student union welfare officer

paperclip2

Contact the grant awarding authority and see what they say. I have seen people get the grant under the waiver clause but it can depend on the illness, how long it lasted and its severity.