Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 January 2014
294. Deputy Eric Byrne asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will clarify the situation regarding an appeal in respect of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4141/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraUnder my Department's student grant scheme, eligible candidates may receive funding provided they are attending an approved course at an approved institution as defined in the scheme. The student referred to by the Deputy is attending a course in a private institution.
An appeal was received by the Student Grants Appeals Board from the student. The appeal reply issued to the student on 22 January 2014.
Private colleges operated on a for-profit basis are not listed as approved institutions for student grant purposes. However, tax relief on tuition fees may be available for students attending courses in private colleges. Details in relation to this relief are available from the Revenue Commissioners. The Deputy will appreciate that in the absence of all of the relevant details that would be contained in an individual's application, it would not be possible to say if another student would qualify for a student grant.
