COLLEGE PLANNING RESOURCE LIST
PC READS hosts an annual presentation on College Planning for students with IEPs or 504 Plans. Please check our Community Presentations calendar for information. This year, our events feature learning disabilities consultant, Elizabeth Hamblet and will take place on October 6th and 7th.
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Links to scholarship opportunities are provided to the right, though our News & Articles section. Two specific sites to consider:
Joseph James Morelli Legacy Foundation
National Center for Learning Disabilities
GENERAL COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION
LD Advisory Website, Elizabeth Hamblet
The ADA, Section 504 & Postsecondary Education
ADA Q&A: Section 504 and Postsecondary Education – Utah Parent Center
Transitioning from High School to College
7 Things to Know about College Disability Services
Help for College Students with Disabilities from Wrightslaw.com
3 Ways Students with Mental Illness can Prepare for College
A College Search Guide for Students with Learning Disabilities and Attention Disorders
PREPARING FOR COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS
Park City School District Guidelines for Accommodations
(Scroll through FAQ’s for relevant question & link)
Applying for Accommodations on College Entrance Tests
RESEARCHING COLLEGES & PROFESSORS
- Visit College and University Websites
- Join Facebook groups to ask questions
FairTest: The National Center for Fair and Open Testing
(Click on “College Admissions”)
National Center for Learning Disabilities
15 College Programs for Kids with Learning and Attention Issues
The 18 Best Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
20 Incredible Colleges for Students with Special Needs
50 Best Disability Friendly Colleges and Universities
