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QUESTIONS TO ASK THE DISABILITIES OFFICE
If you will be seeking accommodations or support services for a disability in college, it pays to research what is available at each college on your list before you apply. Here are key questions to ask disability staff if you are considering attending their college.
What documentation do you accept for accommodation requests?
How recent must the documentation be?
What is the process for communicating accommodations (e.g., extended time on exams) to professors?
What happens if a professor won’t grant an accommodation?
How many staff members do you have?
What is their background/training?
How many students do you serve?
What are the most common disabilities you serve?
Who has the most expertise in my disability?
What other specialized services or supports are available for students with disabilities (e.g., mentoring, coaching)?
What fees are involved?
What workshops do you offer?
Are waivers available for certain academic requirements (e.g., foreign language courses, minimum course load)?
What resources do you have in the area of assistive technology?
Do you track outcomes (e.g., retention, graduation, employment) for students with disabilities and may I have access to this information?
Who provides tutoring? How are they trained?
Are there special scholarships for students with disabilities?
Is priority registration available?
Is special housing available (e.g., single rooms)?
Are there any support groups or clubs for students with disabilities?
Are there similar accommodations and services to the ones that have been helpful to me in high school?
Taken From: www.thecollegespy.com www.topcollegeconsultants.com
Financial Aid for Students With Disabilities
This article lists information and resources for students who want to attend college or trade school post high school and need financial assistance.
College Disability Resources
https://www.cedardatabase.org/
Campus Disability Resource Database (CeDaR)
This site helps you find services and information pertaining to students with disabilities at most degree-granting institutions across the country. School profiles typically include contact information for the best office to support you, including an address, phone number, and site link.
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