College Resources

Think College is a national organization dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education options for people with intellectual disability. With a commitment to equity and excellence, Think College supports evidence-based and student centered research and practice by generating and sharing knowledge, guiding institutional change, informing public policy, and engaging with students, professionals and families.

The Think College website is a trusted source for information, training, and resources related to inclusive higher education for students with intellectual disability. The website includes:

• A searchable program directory to learn more about available college options

• A resource library that includes published research as well as field-created tools and resources

• Online learning modules on a variety of topics

• Research to practice briefs, e-newsletters, and journal articles

• Topical information on the critical issues

• A policy and legislation clearinghouse

Future Quest Island

https://futurequestisland.weebly.com/

    Future Quest Island (FQI) is an accessible game-based college and career readiness tool that aligns 21st century technology skills with college and career readiness goals to promote self-awareness, self-knowledge, self-advocacy, and organization for middle school youth with and without disabilities.

    FQI is aimed at middle school general and special education teachers as well as technology professionals, counselors, administrators, and transition professionals who are interested in advancing engagement and transition plans of youth with and without disabilities in middle school in college and career activities.

U.S Department of Education Pamphlets:

Below are links through the United States Department of Education for students and their parents transitioning from Public School System to Post Secondary Education

http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/transition.html

http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/letters/parent-20070316.html

http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/auxaids.html

http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/transitionguide.html

College Resources for Disabled Students

http://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/disabled-students/ 

Prospective college students with disabilities will find that many campuses are equipped with offices and services that address accessibility, accommodation, and assistive technology for a diverse range of needs. Student services offices and disability coordinators at many colleges work to make campuses inclusive environments through specialized advocacy, support, and academic services.

New Jersey Online Colleges & Universities

http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/online-colleges/new-jersey/

New Jersey boasts a large number of higher education opportunities for such a small state. In 2013, more than 618,000 students were enrolled at New Jersey’s 162 colleges and universities, placing the state 15th in the country for number of colleges and 17th for student volume. Not only does New Jersey feature Ivy League options, public research universities, state colleges and universities, community colleges, and private for-profit and nonprofit colleges, but it is also home to a variety of theological seminaries, Bible colleges and other faith-related institutions.

Accredited Online Colleges

http://www.onlinecolleges.net/new-jersey/

This is your one-stop resource for information on earning an online degree at one of New Jersey’s online colleges. We begin with a general overview of higher education in the state and then document New Jersey’s state-specific initiatives and any progress they’ve made in supporting online education.

They also reviewed the entirety of New Jersey’s online offerings and then ranked the top online colleges based on affordability. After browsing these profiles, be sure to take note of the scholarships and higher education resources for New Jersey, located at the bottom of the page. Remember that the best option for your desired online degree may lie outside your home state, so feel free to browse our nationwide database of online colleges as well.

The information on this website is based on recommendations of Celebrate the Children (CTC) staff and families. This information is not endorsed by CTC. It is reliable but at times may not be 100% accurate. CTC is not liable for actions or information given from these agencies.