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Section 504 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1973 prohibits public institutions of higher education from discriminating against persons with disabilities. At the post-secondary level, higher education institutions must make suitable academic accommodations and provide auxiliary aids and services that are needed for the individual with a disability, so they can have equal access and opportunity to participate within the institution.
ADA makes it possible for more persons with disabilities to attend and graduate from college, thus resulting in better post-secondary outcomes. However, it is important that educators make their students aware of the supports and services located on each public campus, to ensure students are getting the accommodations they are eligible for.
Below is a brief lesson to incorporate into your classroom, prior to a college trip, to teach students on the shift from high school to college, dual enrollment documents, and useful links for accessing supports for colleges within the City of Chicago.
Watch virtual College Panels and Spotlights!
Watch virtual College Panels and Spotlights!
You can find recordings of our virtual college panels (college specific topics) and virtual college spotlights (info on specific colleges in the state) HERE
Get Information about College, Scholarships, etc.
Get Information about College, Scholarships, etc.
Visit the Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Go on a Virtual College Tour!
Go on a Virtual College Tour!
Final transitioning to college.pdfSupport Changes: From High School to CollegeWhen Should I Disclose my Autism?Disability-Friendly Colleges in Illinois
Disability-Friendly Colleges in Illinois
Based on research and partnership from one CPS employee. This is not an exhaustive list.
Below you will find a resource for Post-Secondary Counselors and a list of resources to use with diverse learners:
Below you will find a resource for Post-Secondary Counselors and a list of resources to use with diverse learners:
Use the links below for City of Chicago and state colleges/university's disability support centers.
Use the links below for City of Chicago and state colleges/university's disability support centers.
Click here for information about DePaul's Center for Students with Disabilities.
Dual Enrollment Resources (see below).
Dual Enrollment Resources (see below).
Special Education Dual Enrollment Tool Kit.pdfCopy of Dual Enrollment Admissions Checklist.pdfPage updated
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