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While the accommodation process can begin at any time, here is our suggested timeline for requesting disability accommodations:

• Incoming fall students should submit their and provide documentation by July 1
• Incoming fall students with accommodation requests that involve disability related on-campus living needs should submit their and provide documentation by May 15
• Incoming spring students should submit their and provide documentation by Dec. 15

No — It is important to remember that although your disability is having an impact on some area of your life (academics, daily living, etc.), that does not necessarily mean that there is the presence of a disability-related barrier that would necessitate the authorization of an equal access accommodation.

SSD does not provide these services, but 91ÉçÇø offers many free support services for students. You can read more about what is available on our Campus Resources page.  

SSD does have a full-time Academic Skills Navigator that can provide one-on-one targeted support for students, which can include skills related to time management and organization, study strategies, stress management, social interactions, health and wellness, role playing and social scripts, self-advocacy and daily living skills.

The only time a student is required to register is if they wish to be authorized for equal access accommodations. Not all students with disabilities require accommodations, so it is always the choice of the student whether they wish to register or not.

Students can complete their registration with SSD anytime during the semester or during their academic career at 91ÉçÇø. Students should be aware that they must submit a request for accommodations for each semester and that accommodations are not retroactive. 

Students are required to submit an accommodations letters request each semester as every semester classes change. Students have the ability to select which classes they would like to request their accommodation letters. For more information, visit the requesting accommodations page.

SSD staff are happy to meet with students to discuss their personal circumstances and provide further information about accommodations so students can make an informed choice about whether they may need accommodations. View our contact information to learn how to connect with us.

Yes, absolutely! SSD works with students with disabilities at all educational levels that are in need of accommodations.

No, the foreign language requirement is not waived for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to review the World Language requirement information and contact SSD with any questions.

Student accommodations are not guaranteed when a student is studying outside the United States, but the SSD office works closely with the International Education and Global Initiatives office to inform students of any existing procedures for student accommodation requests at their chosen institution abroad, as well as non-academic disability-related needs (such as access to medical care).

Some students are required to take the Calculus Placement Exam or the Chemistry Pre-test. Students can use accommodations if needed on these exams, and will need to connect with SSD to learn what is needed to set up the accommodations.

Students who are pregnant or nursing and are seeking accommodations should contact the Title IX office. The Title IX coordinator will discuss what resources and accommodations may be available and will help facilitate conversations with the necessary offices or academic departments.

Students who are experiencing medical complications as a result of their pregnancy or birth of their child should fill out a self-disclosure form. We will get in touch to schedule an appointment to discuss your options.