Is my child s written Individualized Education Program (IEP) sufficient to establish college eligibility for disability support services?
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a function of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), a K-12 special education statute. The IDEA does not apply to postsecondary institutions. Thus the IEP while, helpful in establishing a history of using accommodations, does not apply in the postsecondary setting. Colleges will typically require more detailed information of the disability to determine eligibility–information that usually far exceeds what exists within the IEP. A recent psychosocial assessment or medical report by a licensed professional will likely be required to establish eligibility for college disability support services. For an example of the most common documentation requirements for students with disabilities seeking college accommodations, visit www.ets.org/.
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