Accessibility Breaks Barriers to Success in College and at Work


Accessibility on college campuses and in the workplace is crucial to people with disabilities. Find resources for navigating college and work with a disability, and how accessibility on campus can improve.
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College Guide for Students with Disabilities

College Guide for Students with Disabilities

Thanks to advocacy and legislation, students with disabilities can successfully navigate higher education. Read this guide to learn more.

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Improving Accessibility on Campus

While college students have the right to an accessible education, colleges still have a ways to go.

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From Admission to Graduation: Why Web Accessibility Matters for Students With Disabilities
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The Language of College Is Complex. This Is Why Language Access Matters for ELL Students
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If HBCUs Want to Better Serve Students With Disabilities, They Must Improve Web Accessibility
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Why Accessibility Matters for BIPOC Students with Disabilities
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How Universal Design for Learning Supports Students with Disabilities
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Student Voices on Accessibility

Students tell their stories of decision making, challenges, and success while navigating college with disabilities.

How I Found My Confidence as a First-Generation College Student With a Disability
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How My University Supported Me as a Student With a Disability
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Updated May 19, 2023
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How My Chronic Illness Impacted My College Choices
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Navigating a Temporary Disability: How a Sports Concussion Impacted My Academic Experience
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Navigating Accessibility in College

Students with disabilities succeed in college — and there are accommodations and resources to help you.

Can You Use Your IEP in College?

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How to Access College Disability Services and Accommodations

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What Accommodations Do Colleges Offer for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students?

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Scholarships for Students With Disabilities

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Resource Guide for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students

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Resource Guide for Students with Learning Disabilities

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Resource Guide for Students With Physical Disabilities

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Resource Guide for Students with Psychiatric Disabilities

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Resource Guide for Students With Visual Impairments

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Guide for Families, Parents, and Guardians of Students With Disabilities

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How to Study Abroad With a Disability

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Navigating Accessibility at Work

Learn about accessibility at work, some employers doing it right, and how you can advocate for yourself.

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Does a College Degree Close the Disability Wage Gap?
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How to Deal With Executive Dysfunction at Work
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Are There Benefits to Disclosing My Disability to an Employer?
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Top Companies Hiring Neurodivergent Employees
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Professional Guide for Working With Students With Disabilities
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How to Make Your Virtual Meetings More Accessible
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