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Becoming College Bound

This Insight Brief is based on a research study by the authors that explored the admissions process and eligibility criteria for programs that support students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The researchers used a national online survey and virtual interviews with postsecondary education program staff to learn about the skills, behaviors, and qualities most commonly valued during the admissions process. They also explored the steps and timeline of the admissions process.

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National Coordinating Center
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A Mixed-Methods Exploration of the Admissions Process and Criteria for Inclusive Postsecondary Education Programs

The exponential growth of inclusive postsecondary education (IPSE) programs in the United States has reshaped transition pathways for many young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). However, limited research pertains to the admissions process and eligibility criteria of IPSE programs, leading to a lack of knowledge of how to best equip students for successful entry into college.

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Defining and Documenting Intellectual Disability for CTP and TPSID Program Participation

This resource shares the relevant sections of the Higher Education Act regulations and information from the US Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education website related to the definition of intellectual disability, related statutory language and more information about the definition of ID used in the Higher Education Act.  This information should guide programs as they determine how to document intellectual disability for students to be eligible to participate in a TPSID model demonstration program or to be eligible for federal student aid when attending

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National Coordinating Center
Program Operations > Admissions
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Managing the Admissions Process at College Programs for Students with ID

Three established inclusive college programs share tips and insights for how they manage the admissions process. Hear details about applications from different schools, who reviews them, the interview process, and more. Find out how to advertise your program, when and how to arrange for an Open House, and how to manage the volume of applications. With growing demand for inclusive higher education programs, it’s important that your application process is efficient and effective. Don’t miss this chance to get some inside scoop about how it all works.

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National Coordinating Center

How Inclusive College Programs do Admissions: Tips and Insights

Three established inclusive college programs share tips and insights for how they manage the admissions process. Hear details about applications from different schools, who reviews them, the interview process, and more. Find out how to advertise your program, when and how to arrange for an Open House, and how to manage the volume of applications. With growing demand for inclusive higher education programs, it’s important that your application process is efficient and effective. Don’t miss this chance to get some inside scoop about how it all works. This event has ended.

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Admissions Process Examples

These documents provide examples of tools used in the admissions process by college programs for students with ID.  They can be used by those looking for resources to assist in the development of their own admissions process. 

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