Supporting students with a disability, chronic disease or neurodivergence

For whom is this relevant?
For students at Maastricht University with a physical, psychological, and/or sensory disability, a chronic disease or other condition such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or diabetes,who would like to use facilities to make studying with their disability,  chronic disease or neurodivergence easier.

Examples of facilities:

• Extra exam time (25% up to 30 minutes maximum)
• Smaller exam room
• Reading aloud software

Request facilities
You can apply for facilities using the form available on the UM website. Make sure you use your UM email address and have your medical statement with diagnosis or the dyslexia statement with psychodiagnostic report in Dutch or English to hand. More information and the form can be found on the UM website.  There you can also find the facilities per faculty. 
Please note: it depends on your specific situation whether the facilities requested are possible. If you have any questions about the form or the application procedure, please contact Disability Support via disability@maastrichtuniversity.nl. Do not forget to mention your student ID number. 


Financial support for study delays : UM Student Support Fund ‘StOF’ (previously UM Profileringsfonds) 
In case of study delay due to special circumstances ('force majeur'), such as illness, family circumstances, pregnancy or disability, you might be eligible for financial support from the UM Student Support Fund'. Please be informed that you have to contact a student adviser within two months of the special personal circumstance occurring. For more information see: Student Support Fund.

Contact Disability Support
Do you have questions, would you like to request facilities or do you need support? Disability Support is happy to help you!

For more information, visit the UM website about studying with a disability.

For those who are more (audio)visually inclined, check this video about Disability Support at UM.

All data provided will be treated confidentially.

UnliMited-Students Network

You don’t have to explain it to us

UnliMited is a network for and by UM students with a visible or invisible disability, chronic illness or neurodivergence. It’s a place where you can connect with others who understand. No explanations needed.

Disabilities may include, for example, motor, hearing or visual impairments. Chronic illnesses might include diabetes, Crohn’s disease or Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. You’re also welcome if you have a psychological condition or if you are neurodivergent, such as if you have ADHD, dyslexia or autism. You never need to share why you want to join or disclose personal information. Just come as you are.

UnliMited-Students wants to make student life as enjoyable and accessible as possible by offering support and organising a variety of activities. When you join, you’ll meet fellow students and be invited to activities such as arts and crafts sessions, hikes and casual meetups where you can simply connect and chat.

In addition to community-building, UnliMited works to increase visibility and awareness of the experiences of students with disabilities at UM. The network advocates for a more inclusive and accessible university, ensuring that the voices of students with disabilities are heard.

Meet your student community at UM
Become an UnliMited member and join the WhatsApp group chat to start connecting with fellow students. Follow UnliMited on Instagram for updates and activities.

Do you have any questions? Send UnliMited an email at unlimited-students@maastrichtuniversity.nl