The college application process has many moving parts for students and parents to be aware of, which at times might lead to some confusion. From SAT/ACT scores and the option of retaking the test to potentially improve a score, to what classes to take, to how to handle a learning difference on the college application. Each of these questions are very common, but the answers are unique to each student. Considering some basic points can help to guide the student and parent to the answer that fits their situation best. For example, if a student is wondering how many AP classes to take in his/her senior year of high school, it is important to look at potential majors in college, how the student performed in previous AP classes, how well the student can balance the rigor of a difficult schedule with their other obligations, etc.
In thinking about how a student might want to handle a learning disability or other challenge in their application, the discussion will revolve around the student’s experience with their challenge and how it has and has not impacted their lives. After talking this through with students, it is often quite clear to a student how to handle this topic on the application. There are some myths, however, about the benefits of revealing a disability to a college that students and parents should be aware of so they make the decision to reveal a disability for the right reason. This article talks about important points to consider in planning the transition to college, including the myth that colleges have to meet a quota of students with disabilities as well as the fact that colleges do not have to automatically follow IEP's and 504 plans. This is a wonderful article with many helpful points and insights.
In thinking about how a student might want to handle a learning disability or other challenge in their application, the discussion will revolve around the student’s experience with their challenge and how it has and has not impacted their lives. After talking this through with students, it is often quite clear to a student how to handle this topic on the application. There are some myths, however, about the benefits of revealing a disability to a college that students and parents should be aware of so they make the decision to reveal a disability for the right reason. This article talks about important points to consider in planning the transition to college, including the myth that colleges have to meet a quota of students with disabilities as well as the fact that colleges do not have to automatically follow IEP's and 504 plans. This is a wonderful article with many helpful points and insights.
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