
She says the current criteria is leaving some students with no choice but to drop out.
The current SUSI grant criteria is forcing some students to drop out of a college, according to a midlands TD.
Carol Nolan is among those calling for reform of the system, to reflect the rising cost of living.
The independent Laois-Offaly TD thinks the current income threshold of 4,500 euro - which hasn't been adjusted since 2016 - should be doubled.
Deputy Nolan - who sits on the Oireachtas Education Committee - feels it's unfair to deny students who are working financial assistance: