29 Acres Transition Academy

Texas Woman's University
29 Acres Transition Academy
3000 Moseley Rd
Crossroads , TX 76227
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Program Contact Jenna Curry
Program Contact Email connect@29acres.org
Program Phone 4699702580
Website Program website
Transition Academy integrates independent living with our proven curriculum and social opportunities to help prepare students for self-reliance.It is a structured 2-year program designed for adults with autism and other neurodiversity that provides individual mentoring and support targeted at developing financial literacy, household management, sense of community, and career readiness skills.Through classroom instruction, paired with focused supports and services, participants broaden their skill sets, build confidence, and learn to live on their own.

Program information submitted: Feb 06, 2026

General
Public or private:Public
Type of school:4-year college or university
Is this program a federally funded TPSID program?:No
Number of students:24
Requirements
Program serves students who have left high school?:Yes, all of our students have left high school
High school diploma required?:No, an IEP/non-standard diploma/certificate of attendance is accepted
Criteria for admission:
  • 18 plus
  • Age range: 18-30
Accepts out-of-state students?:Yes
Students in this program have these disabilities:
  • Intellectual disability
  • Autism
Planned program length:
  • 2 years
Acceptance, Retention, and Completion Rates
Retention rate for first year students from the previous academic year to the current one:90%
Cost
Average student in-state tuition and fees for the current school year:$64,575.00
Program specific fees:$1,300.00
Other costs:$0.00
student's individual monthly budget: $500-700 per month
Is this program able to provide federal financial aid as a Comprehensive Transition Program (CTP)?:No
Students pay for the program in the following ways:
  • Private pay (student and family)
  • Scholarships
Academic
Students enrolled in this program take the following types of inclusive courses (with students who don't have disabilities):
  • Students do not take typical college courses
Students take courses that are only for students in this program:Yes
Information on special classes:Students take a series courses on relationships, finances, vocational skills, health / wellness and independent living. All classes take place on the college campus of Texas Women’s University and taught by our master’s level Transition Academy Instructor. Our students may also enroll in credit-bearing coursework if they are able, and will receive support in study and organizational skills from our staff. Individual mentoring and support are provided allowing them to broaden their life skills by applying what they learn in the classroom environment.
Percentage of all courses taken by students that are inclusive:0%
Do all students in this program enroll in at least one inclusive college/university course for credit or audit each semester?:No
Credential(s) students earn upon completing the program:certificate of completion
Is the credential approved by the college/university?:Awarded by program, not officially recognized by the IHE
Students in the program have access to the following campus-wide services:
  • Career services
  • Disability/accessibility services
  • Academic tutoring services
  • Health services
  • Mental health/counseling services
  • Access to a transcript via the registrar
  • Academic advising services (not program staff)
Employment
Percent of students in this program have paid work while attending the program:92%
Other career development activities are:
  • Volunteer work
  • Community Service
Percent of students in this program that had paid work after exiting the program:100%
Additional information about career development and work experience:Students benefit from our employment services, directed by our master’s level certified vocational counselor, such as career readiness classes, job preparation and on site job coaching. Students will participate in internships, volunteer work, and transitional employment during this time.
Does this program have a working partnership with VR to provide funding, supports and/or services to students in the program?Yes
Housing
Housing is provided to students?:Yes
Housing options available:
  • Inclusive off campus
  • Specialized off campus
Residential supports for students who live in college/university housing:
  • None
Extracurricular
Percentage of social time spent in inclusive activities (open to all students on campus):100%
Students may participate in the following extra-curricular activities:
  • Registered student organizations
  • Club sports
  • Campus events
Students participate in these campus-wide events:
  • College/University's Student orientation
  • College/University's Family orientation