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Colleges supportive of students with learning differences

I'm looking for colleges that have strong support systems for students with learning differences. Specifically, I would need accommodations for dyslexia. Are there any colleges known for excellent resources, tutoring, or programs that can help students with learning challenges succeed?

a year ago

Many colleges offer strong resources and support systems for students with learning differences such as dyslexia.

1. University of Arizona: The university's office of Disability Resource Center provides comprehensive support for students with learning differences. It offers numerous accommodations including assistive technology, extended time for test-taking, note-taking services, alternative text, etc. They also have an adaptive athletics program and various resources for accessibility across the campus.

2. Landmark College in Vermont: This college primarily focuses on students who learn differently. They specialize in teaching students with ADHD, autism, or dyslexia. They provide highly individualized learning approaches, academic advising, and courses designed for these learning challenges.

3. University of Denver: The university's Learning Effectiveness Program offers a broad range of services to students with learning differences, including one-on-one academic counseling, tutoring, skill-building workshops, and more.

4. Curry College in Milton, MA: The Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL) at Curry College is specifically designed for students with learning disabilities which include dyslexia. It's one of the oldest college support programs focused on learning differences.

5. University of Connecticut: Beyond normal accommodations, their Beyond Access program provides a more individualized level of support, with resources such as individual strategy instruction and technology training.

Remember, when researching colleges, don't just look at their mentions of support for learning differences. Try to set up a meeting or a call with the Disability Services office at the school. They can provide information about the accommodations and support services available, as well as help you understand how to access them. It's also worth talking to current students with dyslexia to understand their experiences and how supportive the college environment is.

a year ago

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