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How supportive are certain programs and colleges to students with learning disabilities like autism?

I've been wondering if people with learning disabilities get different treatments which would make it harder to achieve their dreams. #Spring26

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Jennifer’s Answer

Hi Jasson. I agree with Josie's answer. One thing I suggest doing when you're at the point of touring schools is to ask if you can talk with the disability services office. If you plan on living on campus, one question you can ask is if the various dorms have different characteristics. Sometimes colleges have dorms where people specifically sign up for dorms because the rules are stricter around when the rooms have to turn down their music and the main doors close earlier so that only residents of the dorms could get in later at night. It can make for better rest for people who either have early morning classes, sensitivities to sound, or just like that a dorm has more defined rules that everyone agrees to follow than some of the other dorms. Not every place offers that, but you can ask about it when touring.

The size of the school can sometimes make a difference too. Sometimes smaller schools can be a better fit because you actually know the professor rather than being in large lectures where you mostly deal with the TA rather than the professor on a personal basis. There is really a large range of services that are offered at different sized schools, so if you have the ability when it is time to tour schools, I would look at some small, some medium, and some larger schools so you can see some differences within the geographic area you're targeting.
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Hi Jason!! Some programs and colleges are very supportive of students with learning disabilities like autism, but it really depends on the school. Many have disability support services that can help with things like extra test time, note-taking support, quiet exam rooms, or flexible accommodations. People with learning disabilities shouldn’t be treated unfairly, but the level of support can vary a lot from one college to another. The good news is that with the right accommodations, students can absolutely succeed and work toward their goals!! If you’re looking at colleges, it’s a smart idea to ask about disability services early so you can see what kind of support each school offers. Some helpful resources include the college disability services office, admissions or student support team, NHS or local health services, the National Autistic Society, student finance or accessibility support services, and teachers, school counselors, or college advisors.
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