Setting Up Academic Accommodations in College

Going to college? Here's everything you need to know about setting up academic accommodations.

Transitioning from high school to college is exciting, but navigating disability services and accommodations can feel overwhelming. This video walks you through the entire process step-by-step, from finding your college's disability services office to your first intake meeting with a case manager.

In this video, you'll learn:
🟠 How to register with your college's disability services office
🟠 What documentation you'll need (504 plan, IEP, medical letters)
🟠 What to expect during your intake meeting with a case manager
🟠 How to discuss your specific accommodation needs
🟠 The process for sharing accommodations with your professors
🟠 Your rights as a college student with a disability

Whether you're a high school senior preparing for college, a current college student setting up services for the first time, or a parent supporting a student through this transition, this video provides clear, practical guidance to help you advocate for the accommodations you need to succeed.

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