We are pleased that you are considering the University of Kansas (KU) as one of your college choices. Selecting a college with appropriate support services that meet your needs will be an important factor in your decision. At KU, the mission of Disability Resources (DR) is to facilitate appropriate resources, services and auxiliary aids to allow each qualified student with a disability to equitably access educational, social, and career opportunities at KU.
Components of DR include staff program coordinators/ specialists with expertise in the areas of Learning Disabilities/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders, Physical Disabilities, Psychological, Deafness & Hard of Hearing and Blindness & Visual Impairment. While the staff will diligently strive to make each student's experience at KU an enriching one, it is the responsibility of each student to maintain contact with DR and inform us of his/her needs. DR is just one of the many resources available to students at KU. Qualified students are encouraged to utilize services available throughout the campus (e.g., Academic Achievement and Access Center, Writing Center, Math Lab), as well as services through our office.
Determine Eligibility Requirements
In order to be eligible for DR services a student must:
- Be admitted to KU. Admission to KU is handled directly through the Admissions Office, (i.e., there is no special admission procedure through DR). If you have not applied to the University, please contact: Undergraduate Admissions or Graduate Admissions
- Provide our office with qualifying documentation of your disability. See our Documentation Guidelines.
- There are no additional fees for DR services regardless of full or part-time status.
Schedule a Visit with Disability Resources
To schedule a visit regarding services and related disability consultation, please schedule an appointment as far ahead as possible by calling Disability Resources at 785-864-2620.
Your Next Steps
After Being Admitted To KU, What Should Students Do?
- Register for New Student Orientation.
- If you require accommodations that are time-intensive (e.g. books on CD, e-text, sign-language interpreting) upon registering for classes during orientation, provide DR with a copy of your schedule.
- Contact DR immediately to request accommodations.
- Inquire about the University support programs and classes such as the
Academic Achievement & Access Center
Kansas Algebra Program
Supportive Educational Services
PRE 101.
Typically, during the fall semester Disability Resources staff teach a section of the PRE 101 Orientation Session.
This class is geared for incoming students with disabilities to help foster a successful transition to postsecondary education. - Finally, understand that learning is acquired after frequent repetitions; consider registering for classes that meet more often during the week (e.g. Monday, Wednesday, Friday vs. Tuesday, Thursday).
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