Differences in Service
Seeking accommodations at Macalester than in high school. Understanding the differences and learning how to navigate this process is critical to determining what is required to
High School |
College |
| Education is a right and must be provided in an appropriate environment | Education is not a right; students must meet the same admissions criteria as students without disabilities |
| The school system is responsible for identifying a student’s disability | Students must self-identify in order to obtain services and accommodations |
| Individualized Education Plans, IEPs, are in place to discuss the student’s progress | No annual review or IEP is held; students are responsible for monitoring their own progress |
| Many schools provide educational and psychological testing free of charge | Once accepted to the college, the student must provide appropriate documentation of the disability |
| Course modifications are made in order to facilitate student success | Fundamental alterations of programs or curricula are NOT required |