Transition from High School to College

The University of Louisville's Disability Resource Center coordinates accommodations and support services for enrolled students with disabilities, and are available to consult with prospective students and their families upon request. Our goal is to assure equal educational opportunity for students with disabilities.

The transition from high school to college is an important time for many students, including those students who have disabilities. The Disability Resource Center has compiled some resources for students, parents, and educators preparing for the transition from high school to college.

Students

• Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education: Know Your Rights and Responsibilities
  This letter to students by the Office of Civil Rights explains some important information about your rights and responsibilities as a student with a disability in post-secondary education.
• Access to Postsecondary Education Booklet
  This booklet by the Kentucky Department of Education reviews some important information for students with disabilities about the transition to higher education.
• Strategies for Success
  The Disability Resource Center has created some presentations about strategies for being successful in college.

Parents

• Dear Parent Letter
  This letter to parents by the Office of Civil Rights explains some differences between high school and college regarding the accommodation of disabilities.
• Parents Association
  The Parents Association at the University of Louisville has a lot of valuable information for parents of college students.

Educators

• Transition of Students with Disabilities to Postsecondary Education: A Guide for High School Educators
  This letter to educators by the Office of Civil Rights reviews some frequently asked questions regarding the admission process, documentation of disability, and obtaining services in post-secondary education for students with disabilities.
• Guidance and Career Counselors' Toolkit: Advising High School Students with Disabilities on Postsecondary Options
  This document from the HEATH Resource Center contains information for guidance and career counselors working with high school students with disabilities who may be considering their options for postsecondary education.

A smooth transition between high school and college is important. Students are encouraged to contact the Disability Resource Center early to discuss support needs and assure a smooth transition. Many accommodations require lots of prior planning and can be seriously jeopardized if early contact is not made. Be sure to contact us!