Learn More About Your Rights |
- The U.S. Department of Education’s Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education has some excellent information on your rights as you leave high school and begin postsecondary education.
- The PACER website has a detailed explanation of Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and how these laws guarantee your equal access to education.
Learn More About Higher Education |
- Going to College focuses on ways to think about what you want to do, what college life is like, and how you can plan for college.
- Think College has important information for students, families, and professionals about how people with intellectual and developmental disabilities can succeed in higher education.
Apply for Financial Aid |
- The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the main form you need to complete to get financial aid for postsecondary education.
- The U.S. Department of Education’s Financial Aid Resource Publications are manuals in English and Spanish that explain precisely how to apply for financial aid and what different types of financial aid you can get.
Apply for Vocational Rehabilitation |
To apply for Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), contact your local VR office.
