Transition

Things to Do Your Junior and Senior Year to Ease Your Transition to College

Research the difference between high school and college in terms of what services are provided
Know and understand what your disability is and how it affects you in the classroom
Know your academic strengths and weaknesses
Actively participate in your IEP meetings
Research and visit each school you are interested in and make an appointment with the Accessibility Services Office
Learn what accommodations are appropriate in college and try using only those accommodations
Participate in any available study skills, time management, or assertiveness workshops that are available
Make sure your documentation is current and up to date. Most colleges and universities ask that your documentation be no more than 3 years old

Issue	High School Responsibility	College Responsibility
Identification "I am here and I need services."	School	Student
Assessment "I have a disability and the tests to prove it."	School	Student
Program Access "I am able to access the information, materials and equipment used in my educational program."	School/Parent	Student - Institution
Advocacy "I have rights and you have responsibilities."	School/Parent	Student
Decision Making "I will be an active part of my education."	Placement Team	Student
Transition Planning "I do not have the skills to manage my new environment"	Placement Team	Student