Apply for accommodations at school
Request for individual accommodations in daily school life and during exams for students with disabilities or specific learning disabilities (e.g., dyslexia).
How to proceed
- 1
Submit a request to the school administration
Accompanied by a medical or school psychological evaluation.
- 2
School-based needs assessment
If necessary, involve the school supervisory authority or the school board for more extensive measures.
- 3
Establishment of measures to compensate for disadvantages
For example, extra time, different question formats, and assistive technology.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
approx. 3 weeks
Official: max. approx. 1 months
Online application
In person or by post
Common mistakes
- • Application submitted just before an exam
- • Medical/psychological evaluation is not current (older than the recommended time limit)
Common reasons for rejection
- • The diagnosis or medical/psychological evaluation is missing or out of date
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Students with a documented disability, chronic illness, or specific learning disability.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 3 weeks
Success rate
approx. 80.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Application submitted just before an exam
- •Medical/psychological evaluation is not current (older than the recommended time limit)
Common reasons for rejection
- •The diagnosis or medical/psychological evaluation is missing or out of date
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.