Luckily, no! To qualify for social security benefits, individuals must have a medical condition that prevents them from working full-time. However, when it comes to schooling, those who qualify for social security disability benefits are encouraged to attend university or other forms of education. So, if you receive social security disability benefits, you can feel free to apply to and attend university without worrying about losing your benefits. However, if you receive a degree or diploma and eventually find a job, your benefits may end because you will no longer considered disabled.