Many students with disabilities are able to go to college, given the right supports. 

Dorothy Wells has written a helpful article outlining what students and parents should know in preparation for a high school student with disabilities to go to college. 

A condensed version of the article appears in the Summer 2005 edition of Connections, ADNet's newsletter. 

See the full version for more details as well as a list of resources (see right column). 

Young Adults with Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism.  Resource list compiled by ADNet Associate Christine Guth includes websites, books and programs to assist persons on the autism spectrum in attending college.

Vocational Rehabilitation Services: A Consumer Guide for Postsecondary Students  Order by phone:  (Voice/TTY) 800-544-3284

Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education: Know Your Rights and Responsibilities A publication of the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights. Order by phone:  877-433-7827

Family Guide to Assistive Technology
A paper, edited by Katharin A. Kelker, Ed.D, on the website of Parents, Let's Unite for Kids (PLUK)  Order by phone:  406-255-0540

Technology Assistance Projects for each state can be found on the RESNA website.

Preparing For College: Tips For Students with High Functioning Autism/Asperger’s Syndrome
By Gladys Williams and Ann Palmer on the TEACCH website.

University of Washington.  “College Funding Strategies for Students with Disabilities ”  Order by phone: (voice/TTY) 206-685-3648 

National Center on Secondary Education and Transition.  “Parenting Post-Secondary Students with Disabilities:  Becoming the Mentor, Advocate, and Guide Your Young Adult Needs” Order by phone: 612-624-2097

Paralyzed Veterans of America. Managing Personal Assistants: A Consumer Guide.  Purchase by phone:  888-860-7244.

Independent Living Research Utilization .  Directory of centers for independent living and statewide independent living councils