College Disability Offices

Colleges and universities in the United States are not allowed to discriminate against people with disabilities and are required to provide them with accommodations. Though the university is responsible for providing certain basic disability access, such as having accessible facilities and services, it is ultimately the responsibility of the student to request the disability-related accommodations they need. This is to ensure that you, your advisor, and your instructors are on the same page about how best to assist you during your time on campus. 

Source:  https://www.bestcolleges.com/blog/how-to-access-college-disability-services/

Long Island College Disabilities Chart Below.  Click to open!

Some Colleges offer Special Programs for students.  Many of these programs come at an additional cost to families.  The offices of disability services can provide information to help you navigate what a school has to offer.  

College Experience Programs for Students with Disabilities 

These programs may or may not offer credit bearing courses.  They have been created to give the option of being on college campuses.  Many do have options to live on campus.

Here are some resources about Comprehensive Transition Programs

https://www.pacer.org/transition/learning-center/postsecondary/college-options.asp

https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/eligibility/requirements/intellectual-disabilities

Click on Pictures below to access the websites.  

The College Experience is non-credit certificate program held at the College of St Rose in Albany NY. The College Experience offers young adults with disabilities the opportunity to broaden their educational experience in courses focused on independently living and career readiness. All students have opportunities to audit St Rose courses in addition to the College Experience program curriculum, be an active member of a diverse college campus, and intern at local area businesses. Established in 2005, The College Experience is ever growing and has graduated over 130 students to date. The College Experience is a non-degree college option for students who would benefit from a life skill and employment focused program while experience college life and learning to live independently with supports. 

Contact: Colleen Dergosits - cdergosits@livingresources.org    - 518-218-0000 ext 4625 or 518-379-6519