Accommodations for Learning Disabilities at Colleges

I'm a student with a learning disability and I'm starting to explore my options for college. I'd like some advice on which colleges are most accommodating for students like me.

I'm glad you're taking the time to consider how different colleges could support your needs. It's vital for every student to find an academic environment that celebrates their unique abilities and provides accommodations to support their success.

Many schools go above and beyond when it comes to providing services for students with learning disabilities. Notably, the University of Arizona's Strategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) Center is renowned for its support of students with learning and attention challenges. The center offers a plethora of resources, including educational specialists who help students develop individualized learning strategies.

Another institution worth looking into is the University of Connecticut, which hosts the Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD). They provide thoughtful resources and structures, from personalized academic advising to programs that help cultivate executive functioning skills.

De Paul University has a Student Accessibility Services (SAS) center that offers several supports such as tutoring, note-taking, test-taking accommodations, and assistive technology.

On the west coast, Stanford University's Office of Accessible Education (OAE) offers academic accommodations and a variety of support services including regular check-ins with Accessibility Advisors.

Different schools offer different types of support, so I recommend reaching out directly to disability services at the schools you're interested in to learn more about their resources. Remember, every college is required by law to provide accommodations to students with disabilities, but the level and type of support can vary widely. It's all about finding a place where you feel comfortable and empowered to do your best work. Don't hesitate to ask about what exact accommodations they provide, their models of academic support, how to qualify for accommodations, and how academic performance is managed for students utilizing disability services.