Everyone enters college expecting to learn a lot in the classroom.  And while college is absolutely about the education you receive, it is also about educating yourself in the ways of the world.  It’s a time where you learn to stand up for yourself and act as your own advocate.

For students with any sort of learning difference, being your own advocate when applying to college is even more important. So what does this mean?  It means understanding exactly what you need to be a successful student, feeling comfortable in discussing those needs, and asking for help meeting those needs. Read the rest of this entry »

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The idea of attending college can be both exciting and daunting. After all, the college application process alone is tedious and time consuming. And it can feel much more overwhelming for a student who has a learning difference.  Recently, I chatted with my cousin who’s been there, done that, and got through it on his own with hard work and planning.

As a child, my cousin was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and factors affecting his short-term memory. In a nutshell, he had a hard time concentrating on his schoolwork. Based on his diagnosis, his high school enrolled him in a support program designed to assist students with mild learning differences and prepare them for college. He was also provided other accommodations in high school, such as recording lectures and extra help after class. Read the rest of this entry »

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