Postsecondary education (PSE) is more than just a learning opportunity for individuals with intellectual disability - it’s a powerful pathway to competitive employment and financial independence. Research shows PSE leads to higher employment rates, increased wages, and long-term cost savings for individuals with intellectual disability. Research findings highlight numerous key points featured in this new publication, From Learning to Earning: The Impact of Postsecondary Education on Employment for Individuals with Intellectual Disability.
The evidence is clear: PSE unlocks employment and earnings potential for students with intellectual disability. Yet only 3.2% of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) aged 18–25 are enrolled in a college or university (National Core Indicators, 2022). Investments in higher education opportunities empower people with intellectual disability to achieve their fullest potential, contribute to the workforce, and lead fulfilling, independent lives. Learn more at thinkcollege.net.