Future Students
Information for prospective students with disabilities considering a post-secondary education at Penn State
There is often a misconception by students and parents that post-secondary schools have the same responsibilities to provide reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities as elementary, middle, and high schools do.
While there are some similarities, the responsibilities of post-secondary schools are significantly different from those at the secondary level. Also, the responsibilities of students with disabilities are significantly different as well.
Transition resources
Information to help in the transition from high school to college
Preparing to Transition to College
Understand the differences between K-12 and college; and how to prepare for them
Post-Secondary Education with a Disability Preparation Checklist
Grade-by-grade things to consider for both students with a disability and their parents when preparing for a post-secondary education