504 vs IEP

How is an IEP different from a 504 Plan? - PPAL

A one-page comparison from PPAL that lays out key distinctions (goals, accountability, services, progress reporting, disciplinary protections, duration) between Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 plans in Massachusetts 

An Overview of IDEA and Section 504 - LD Online

This article reviews how these two federal laws differ in eligibility, evaluation, program structure, procedural safeguards, and enforcement. It helps families understand which protections may apply to students with disabilities 

The difference between IEPs and 504 plans - Understood.org

A parent-friendly guide from Understood that explains how Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 plans differ in scope, eligibility, legal protections, and how schools deliver accommodations and services