What is DARE?
DARE is a third level alternative admissions scheme for school-leavers whose disabilities have had a negative impact on their second level education. DARE offers reduced points places to school leavers who, as a result of having a disability, have experienced additional educational challenges in second level education.
Application Outcomes & Review and Appeals
Got an ineligible outcome, you can appeal this decision, read more below
What evidence of my disability do I need to provide?
How do I apply?
News and Events
September Updates for DARE and HEAR
🎒 Back to School, Higher Options & Website Updates – September 2025 September is here, which means it’s back-to-school time for students across the country
Leaving Certificate 2025 Results and CAO Offers Information for DARE and HEAR Applicants.
Congratulations to the Leaving Cert Class of 2025! 🎉 On behalf of Access College, we want to offer a huge congratulations to all students receiving
DARE HEAR OUTCOMES FOR 2025 APPLICANTS HAVE BEEN RELEASED.
The outcomes for DARE and HEAR applications were released on Tuesday, the 24th of June 2025. If You Were Deemed Eligible as a DARE or