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Schools with Post-Secondary Learning Support Programs
School | Location | Program | Description | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Adelphi University | Garden City, NY | Learning Resource Program | Comprehensive programs for students with Learning Disabilites and/or ADHD | |
Adelphi University | Garden City, NY | Bridges to Adelphi | Students with autism spectrum disorder or nonverbal learning disabilities | |
American University | Washington, DC | Learning Services Program for Freshmen | Students with learning disabilities | https://www.american.edu/provost/academic-access/learning-services-program.cfm |
Appilachian State University | Boone, NC | As-U-R | As-U-R is an intensive student support program focused on supporting students with executive function challenges (EFCs). Skills related to academic success, such as organization, planning and setting priorities, getting started and completing tasks, monitoring progress on tasks, and decision-making are referred to as executive function skills. | |
University of Arizona | Tucson, AZ | Strategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT) Center | Services for UA students with learning and attention challenges | https://www.salt.arizona.edu/welcome-strategic-alternative-learning-techniques-salt-center |
Aquinas College | Grand Rapids, MI | Student Support Services Program | Program funded by the US Department of Education serving student's with disabilities | |
Arcadia University | Glenside, PA | The Raising Expectations for Academic Learning (REAL) Certificate | The REAL Certificate is a Comprehensive Transition and Postsecondary Program approved by the U.S. Department of Education. The REAL Certificate offers students with disabilities the opportunity to participate in the same learning environments available to same-age peers in an academic-, vocational- and social inclusion-focused program. | |
Auburn University | Auburn, AL | SKILL Program | Auburn University’s SKILL program is a fee-for-service academic support program for undergraduate students with documented evidence of learning differences and executive functioning challenges. The program offers individualized academic coaching which provides accountability, structure, support and skill based strategies for students to reach their personal and academic goals. | |
Bethany College | Bethany, WV | Program for Academic & Social Success (PASS) | PASS is a specifically-designed program for students identified as having specific learning disabilities and attention deficit disorders | https://www.bethanywv.edu/academics/academic-support-resources/learning-services/ |
Bowling Green State University | Bowling Green, OH | FLY Program | Since 2016, Learning Specialists have been helping bright and talented BGSU students who have specific learning differences, executive functioning challenges, and/or AD/HD. | |
Caldwell University | Caldwell, NJ | SOAR Program- Student Outreach and Academic Resources | A four-year learning differences program that fosters academic success for students with a documented diagnosis of a language-based and/or neurological learning disability including attention deficit disorders. | |
Centenary University | Hackettstown, NJ | Project ABLE Program | Project ABLE is an educationally based, comprehensive learning support program designed specifically for students with psychological, learning, and neurological differences | https://www.centenaryuniversity.edu/academics/disability-services/project-able-program/ |
College of Charleston | Charleston, SC | REACH Program | A 4 year fully inclusive certificate program with mild intellectual and/or developmental disabilities | |
College Steps- County College of Morris | Randolph, NJ | College Steps | College Steps is a non-profit that partnered with CCM. Provides customized college support for students with learning and social challenges such as learning disabilities, autism and executive functioning defecits. | |
University of Connecticut | Storrs, CT | Beyond Access Program | The Beyond Access (BA) program provides students the unique opportunity to work 1:1 with a Strategy Instructor to create an individualized plan to achieve their academic and personal goals | |
Curry College | Milton, MA | Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL) | Recognized as the country’s first program of its kind, celebrating a longstanding tradition of success, PAL provides academically focused assistance to bright, college-able students with specific language-based learning disabilities, executive function disorders, and/or AD/HD | https://www.curry.edu/academics/program-for-advancement-of-learning/pal-academics |
Curry College | Milton, MA | SAIL- Social Acheivement in Learning Program | The SAIL Program is for students who will benefit from social assistance, transitional support, development of self-advocacy skills, alternative housing, and who have a diagnosis of ASD, anxiety, depression, or self-report a demonstrated need for these support services. The SAIL Program team includes a Speech and Language Pathologist, a Wellness Coordinator, and a dedicated Community Director within the residence hall. | |
Daemen College | Amherst, NY | College Autism Transition Support (CATS) | The College Autism Transition Support (CATS) program offers life skills coaching and other transition support to matriculated students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. | |
Dean College | Franklin, MA | Arch Learning Community | The widely regarded Arch Learning Community program at Dean College is designed to provide comprehensive support to students with diagnosed learning disabilities and/or other learning differences, such as attention and memory difficulties, who would benefit from additional academic support while taking part in a traditional college curriculum | |
University of Delaware | Newark, DE | Spectrum Scholars | UD’s new Spectrum Scholars initiative supports students with autism and promotes autism acceptance and inclusion in the University community through a tiered system of services provided at the individual and community level. In collaboration with JPMorgan Chase & Co. and administered by the University’s Center for Disabilities Studies, Spectrum Scholars provides comprehensive support services to a group of selected “Spectrum Scholars,” general support to autistic students across UD’s campus, and to UD faculty, staff, students, businesses and the community. | |
University of Denver | Denver, CO | Learning Effectiveness Program (LEP) | The Learning Effectiveness Program (LEP) at the University of Denver provides individualized support for neuro diverse learners with Learning Disabilities, and/or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), students on the Autism Spectrum, and students who have a history of learning differences. | |
Drexel University | Philadelphia, PA | Drexel Autism Support Program (DASP) | The Drexel Autism Support Program (DASP) is a student-centered program for current Drexel students with the goal of promoting academic and social competency, self-advocacy, interpersonal skills, independent living, and social integration. | https://drexel.edu/studentlife/student_family_resources/class/programs/autism-support/ |
East Carolina University | Greenville, NC | STEPP Program | The STEPP Program’s mission is to provide students with learning disabilities who aspire to achieve a college education and who demonstrate the potential for postsecondary success with access and comprehensive support throughout the university experience. | |
Edinboro University | Edinboro, PA | Boro Autism Support Initiative for Success (BASIS) Program | The Boro Autism Support Initiative for Success (BASIS) program was developed to help students with autism make a smooth transition into college life and achieve academic success | https://www.edinboro.edu/directory/offices-services/osd/basis/ |
Fairleigh Dickinson University | Florham Park, NJ | Regional Center for Learning Disabilities | FDU’s award-winning Regional Center for Learning Disabilities is recognized among the nation’s leading programs for students with language-based learning disabilities. Our structured program of academic support, personalized advisement and counseling services give students the resources they need to succeed while participating in traditional college classes. | |
Fairleigh Dickinson University | Florham Park, NJ | COMPASS Program | Two-year program designed for incoming Freshmen and Sophomores to bridge the gap of services between high school and college. COMPASS-Florham provides specialized services with goals of helping each student recognize and make use of existing academic and social strengths, aiding in the development of new abilities and promoting progress toward a higher level of independent functioning. | https://www.fdu.edu/academics/colleges-schools/psychology/compass-program/ |
Georgian Court University | Lakewood, NJ | The Learning Connection (TLC) | The Learning Connection (TLC) is a highly successful support program for students with disabilities (primarily learning) that often affect academic performance. TLC offers assistance to students who need support beyond their academic ADA accommodations | |
George Mason University | Fairfax, VA | Mason LIFE | The Mason LIFE Program is a 4-year post-secondary comprehensive transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who desire a university experience in a supportive academic environment. | |
University of Hartford | West Hartford, CT | Hillyer College | At Hillyer College, you will get the advantage of pursuing your major with extra support. We respect different learning styles and a multitude of perspectives. Our small class sizes, mentoring programs, and an exclusive study center are just a few ways we help you make a smooth, successful transition to college. | https://www.hartford.edu/academics/schools-colleges/hillyer/default.aspx |
High Point University | High Point, NC | Learning Excellence Program | Learning Excellence is a fee-based, academic support program that provides comprehensive services for any student at High Point University. The program is beneficial for any student who needs help with transitioning to college, organization, time management, study skills, or strategies to help with learning differences | http://www.highpoint.edu/academicservices/learningexcellence/ |
Hofstra Unviersity | Hempstead, NY | The Program for Academic Learning Skills (PALS) | During the past thirty years the Program for Academic Learning Skills (PALS) has been serving students with specific learning disabilities and ADD or ADHD at Hofstra University. There is a onetime fee for the program, which provides every student with a learning specialist from freshmen year through to graduation | https://www.hofstra.edu/studentaffairs/stddis/stddis_pals.html |
University of Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | Baccalaureate for University of Indianapolis Learning Disabled (BUILD) | UIndy students with learning-related disabilities can find full support in earning an associate's or bachelor's degree through the BUILD program, Baccalaureate for University of Indianapolis Learning Disabled. | |
Iona College | New Rochelle, NY | College Assistance Program (CAP) | The College Assistance Program (CAP) at Iona College is an optional, fee-based program that offers comprehensive support and services for students with diagnosed learning disabilities, AD/HD, traumatic brain injuries or are on the autism spectrum. | |
The University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA | UI REACH (Realizing Educational and Career Hopes) | UI REACH (Realizing Educational and Career Hopes) is a comprehensive transition program for students ages 18-25 years old with intellectual, cognitive and learning disabilities. UI REACH offers an integrated college experience in a caring and structured environment. | |
Johnson & Wales University | Providence, RI | Wildcat LEAP | The Wildcat Learning Effectiveness in Action program (LEAP) is a fee-based educational program designed to help students discover how they learn and to develop specific strategies to enhance their learning. The program includes one-on-one support, small group instruction, and a 3-credit course available only to LEAP participants. | |
King's College | Wilkes-Barre, PA | First Year Academic Studies Program (FASP) | Supportive, yet empowering, the First Year Academic Studies Program is specially designed to assist students with learning disabilities matriculating at King's College. The three step program focuses on developing course-related learning strategies, self-advocacy skills, and self-confidence for first year students. | |
Lesley College | Cambridge, MA | Threshold Program | Two-year, on-campus college experience for students with diverse learning, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. Certificate Program | https://lesley.edu/threshold-program#:~:text=Threshold%20at%20Lesley%20University%20is,students%20navigate%20life%20with%20confidence. |
Limestone College | Gaffney, SC | Learning Enrichment & Achievement Program (LEAP) | Limestone College offers a comprehensive support program, LEAP (Learning Enrichment & Achievement Program), for students with learning and attention challenges. | https://my.limestone.edu/academic-resources/accessibility/pals |
Loras College | Dubuque, IA | Lynch Learning Center: Enhanced Program | The Enhanced Program is a comprehensive program designed to provide additional support for students with a primary disability of learning disability or attention deficit disorder, but students with other disabilities will be considered. | https://www.loras.edu/academics/academic-support/lynch-learning-center/enhanced-program/ |
Lynn Unviersity | Boca Raton, FL | Institute for Acheivement & Learning | We are a recognized leader in the field of academic support for students. We enhance learning experiences through custom-designed spaces for writing, math, tutoring, testing and collaboration. | https://www.lynn.edu/academics/individualized-learning/institute-for-achievement-and-learning |
Manhattanville College | Purchase, NY | Valiant Learning Support Program | The Valiant Learning Support Program (VLSP) is a fee-based program designed to assist college-ready students to navigate the academic challenges of the college curriculum. This program offers students customized learning strategy sessions with highly trained, professional Learning Specialists. | |
Manhattanville College | Purchase, NY | Pathways and Connections (PAC) | The Pathways and Connections Program is an innovative and comprehensive fee-based program designed to assist college-ready students on the Autism Spectrum. The program focuses on executive functioning skills in the social realm and supports students with transitional skills and integration into the campus community | |
Marist College | Pougkeepsie, NY | Learning Support Program | Each student is enrolled in credit-bearing courses and completes degree requirements set forth for all students. Learning Disability Specialists work closely with faculty and administration to assist the students. | https://www.marist.edu/student-life/community/accommodations-accessibility/learning-support |
Marshall University | Huntington, WV | Higher Education for Learning Problems Center (HELP) | Now with seven unique divisions and programs, the H.E.L.P. Center has grown to provide academic assistance and support to a wide variety of learners. Each program is administered and developed by coordinators who work closely with a team of experts in the fields of education, learning disabilities, A.D.H.D., psychology, and counseling to offer the ideal services for their respective programs. | |
Marymount Manhattan College | New York, NY | Academic Access Program | Academic Access is a cost above tuition program for students with learning disabilities that is specifically designed to foster academic success. Through accommodations and multifaceted support, students with learning difficulties will be able to handle the Marymount Manhattan curriculum along with their peers and classmates | |
McDaniel College | Westminster, MD | Student Accessibility & Support Services (SASS)- Mutliple Programs | Student Accessibility & Support Services (SASS) assists all students with documented disabilities. The SASS Office works with each student on a case-by-case basis to determine and implement appropriate accommodations based on individual needs. | |
McDaniel College | Westminster, MD | Academic Skills Program (Levels 1-3) | The Academic Skills Program for first-year students includes the Mentorship Advantage Program (MAP) and the Providing Academic Support for Success (PASS) Program, as well as weekly one-on-one sessions with an Academic Counselor who will provide intensive support in academics, time management, organizational skills, and self-advocacy techniques. Academic counselors communicate with professors throughout the semester. Individual peer tutoring, weekly support sessions with Graduate Assistants, and priority registration ahead of their class are included. | https://www.mcdaniel.edu/academics/academic-resources-support/student-accessibility-support-services |
McDaniel College | Westminster, MD | College PRO (Prepare, Reinforce, Organize) | These interactive academic opportunities will enhance academic skills necessary for college success. Topics may include: note taking, technology, discussion boards, test preparation, organization, time management and much more. | https://www.mcdaniel.edu/academics/academic-resources-support/student-accessibility-support-services |
Mercyhurst University | Erie, PA | Summer PASS Program | This pre-college program is open to any incoming Mercyhurst student with a documented learning disability. It provides an opportunity for incoming freshmen to adjust to the rigors of college life. | https://www.mercyhurst.edu/academics/learning-differences-program |
Misericordia University | Dallas, PA | Alternative Learners Program (ALP) & Autism Collaborative Centers for Excellence (ACCE) hub | In 1979, the Alternative Learners Program (ALP) was founded as the first program of its kind in Pennsylvania to provide support to students with learning disabilities. Since that time, the ALP has focused on helping students with all types of disabilities to succeed in college. The Autism Collaborative Centers of Excellence (ACCE) hub here on Misericordia University's campus is designed to connect people with Autism Spectrum Disorders, along with their families, with services and supports in the region. | |
Mitchell College | New London, CT | Bentsen Learning Center | The goal of the Bentsen Learning Center (BLC) is to assist students with diagnosed learning differences and attention deficit disorders in developing study and self-advocacy strategies to enable them to survive and thrive in the college environment. The overarching goal communicated to students is that of independence and empowerment in their academic pursuits | |
Mitchell College | New London, CT | Thames at Mitchell College | Thames at Mitchell College is the only college transition program fully integrated on a college campus. | |
Mitchell College | New London, CT | The Mystic Program | Introducing a unique way for first-year students to build social, coping and academic skills to enhance learning while transitioning into college. | |
Mount Saint Joseph University | Cincinnati, OH | Project EXCEL | Project EXCEL is a structured support system focused on assisting students diagnosed with a learning difference. Initiated in 1982, Project EXCEL has proven to provide highly successful interventions. Project EXCEL addresses the needs of students through a comprehensive support system including academic support, executive function coaching, and help navigating new social situations. | https://www.msj.edu/academics/disability-services/project-excel/ |
College of Mount Saint Vincent | Riverdale, NY | Bridge Program | The Bridge Program at the College of Mount Saint Vincent offers students with various learning abilities and styles a unique, immersive college experience. At the College, the Bridge Program combines community and campus inclusion with rich engagement in academics, career preparation, and student life. | |
Muskingum University | New Concord, OH | PLUS Program | Since 1983, the PLUS Program has provided comprehensive academic support services for students with learning differences. Any student with a learning difference is eligible to apply to the PLUS Program. | |
Nicholls State University | Thibodaux, LA | Bridge to Independence Programs & Dyslexia Center | At Nicholls State University, students with Intellectual Disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder have the opportunity to enjoy the full college experience while gaining the leadership and social skills needed for future employment and independent living | https://www.nicholls.edu/education/support-programs/bridge-to-independence/ |
Northeastern University | Boston, MA | Learning Disabilities Program | The Learning Disabilities Program (LDP) is a fee-based, comprehensive academic support program for Northeastern University undergraduate day students whose primary disability is a learning disability and/or attention deficit disorder | |
Ohio Wesleyan University | Delaware, OH | Bishp Access | Bishop ACCESS is a fee-based program that provides one-on-one academic coaching for students with executive function disabilities including, but not limited to, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and Mental Health Disabilities. | https://www.owu.edu/about/offices-services-directory/sagan-academic-resource-center/bishop-access/ |
University of the Ozarks | Clarksville, AR | Jones Learning Center (JLC) | The Jones Learning Center (JLC) is designed to serve students with documented learning disabilities, Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD), or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with average or above average intellectual abilities. | |
Pace University | New York, NY | Ongoing Academic Social Instructional Support (OASIS) | Pace University’s Ongoing Academic Social Instructional Support (OASIS) program provides one of the most comprehensive support services for students with high functioning autism and those with other learning challenges who would like to fulfill their dream of furthering their education | |
Rutgers University | New Brunswick, NJ | The College Support Program (CSP) | The College Support Program (CSP) supports Rutgers University students on the autism spectrum as they begin, continue and prepare to graduate from the University. | |
University of Tampa | Tampa, FL | SOAR Program | The mission of the SOAR (Students Overcoming Academic Roadblocks) program at The University of Tampa is to provide individualized academic support to any undergraduate UT Spartan who would like to take ownership of their collegiate experiences and reach their academic success goals. | |
St. Thomas Aquinas College | Sparkill, NY | Pathways Program | Pathways, formerly known as "The STAC Exchange," is a program serving selected college students with learning disabilities and/or attention deficit disorders at St. Thomas Aquinas College. The program emphasizes individualized support and personal attention in a comfortable atmosphere conducive to education. | https://www.stac.edu/admissions/special-programs/pathways-program |
St. Joseph's Unviersity | Philadelphia, PA | ASPIRE College Support | This program is for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who have already been accepted into Saint Joseph's University and have the intellectual, academic, and organizational capabilities to succeed as a full-time matriculated student. | https://www.sju.edu/kinney/autism-services/college-student-support-services |
Syracuse University | Syracuse, NY | Constructing your Pathway to Success: Enhanced academic support program for students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Learning Disabilities (LD) | The goal of this program will be to address both academic and social-emotional readiness during the college transition. Students will meet regularly with a JST trained coach for academic structure and support, guidance in connecting with other university and community services, and counseling focused on building independence and executive functioning | |
Ursuline College | Pepper Pike, OH | FOCUS Program | Students with disabilities who want additional support beyond accommodations may choose to enroll in the FOCUS program. The program is aimed at helping students transition to Ursuline, connecting students to appropriate campus resources, improving self-advocacy skills and developing strategies to promote academic success. Students in the FOCUS program receive one-on-on support from the Disability Specialist via weekly or bi-weekly meetings | https://www.ursuline.edu/academics/academic-support-svcs/disabilities-services |
Wesleyan College | Buckhannon, WV | The Learning Center | The Learning Center promotes the academic success of students who are at risk due to diagnosed disabilities, other special needs, and insufficient preparation. In addition, all Wesleyan students are given the opportunity to be supported by instruction in college-level learning strategies and through the outreach of the Walk-In Tutoring System. Finally, the Learning Center staff is charged with ensuring College compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for all students who qualify for this protection. | |
Westfield State University | Westfield, MA | Learning Disabilities Program | The Learning Disabilities Program is an academic support program for incoming first-time, first-year students who have a primary or secondary diagnosis of a learning disorder and/or ADHD | http://www.westfield.ma.edu/academics/learning-disabilities-program |
Westminster College | Fulton, MO | Learning Differences Program | The Learning Differences Program (LDP) was established at Westminster College in the 1970s and 40 years later continues to provide the encouragement and support that students diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disorders need to be successful learners in the academic environment they share with regularly admitted students. |