Guiding Diverse Learners to College Success - Every Step of the Way
 

Only 40% of students with learning differences graduate college successfully. The key? Starting college readiness development in 9th grade, not waiting until junior year panic sets in. Research from 50+ college program directors reveals five critical skills that determine success: genuine motivation, independent living capabilities, executive function, self-advocacy, and social connections. Students who develop these college success skills early have years to practice and ref

Executive function skills like time management, organization, and task initiation are key to college success—especially for students with ADHD or learning differences. Start early in high school, fade support gradually, and explore tools like Google Calendar and Pomodoro timers. The right college support programs can make all the difference.

This is a guide to what key questions to ask colleges in order to find the right support for students with learning disabilities.

As a parent of a high school student with neurodivergent traits, such as autism, ADHD, or other learning differences, you play a crucial...

A summary of what your should consider regarding disclosing your disability when applying to college.

For college students with disabilities, registering with the disability services office early is crucial to secure reasonable accommodations

The leap from high school to college can be daunting for any young adult, but for autistic learners, adapting to new environments,...

By law, U.S. colleges and universities are required to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure education is accessible for students with

With the start of the new school year, college freshmen are facing one of the greatest transitions they have ever experienced. While the...

As you start considering college for your neurodivergent teen, it's important to know what the options are. Depending on how much support...

Communicating with your professors is an essential part of implementing and managing your accommodations in college. It can seem...

Preparing for Freshman Fall in College As the countdown has started, the lists of what to bring are taking form (pillows, towels, a lamp,...

As a parent of a teenager with learning disabilities, you may wonder when the right time is to start preparing your child for college....

Meet with your school counselor or special education teacher to discuss your current IEP or 504 Plan. Make sure you are aware of your...

Harvard, Yale, Stanford, the names of the top schools are at the top of many high performing students’ college lists. These are, of...

5 key areas to consider if your teen has special learning needs Next Step College!? If you are a parent of an autistic teen, or who has...