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College Resources for Students with Disabilities

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Nov 2, 2026

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Students with disabilities can find many helpful resources to support their path to college. Some programs offer help with getting ready for college and making the move from high school, especially for students with physical disabilities or health issues. Others give out scholarships and financial aid to make college more affordable. These include support for students with learning, emotional, or behavioral challenges.


Accessible College
College preparation and transition support for students with physical disabilities and health conditions.
Phone: 240.343.4304

Kids Chance – Educational Scholarships
Scholarships for children of workers who were seriously injured or killed on the job.
Phone: 401.405.4028

Navigating College with Disabilities: An Essential Guide
Navigating College with Disabilities: An Essential Guide provides information and guidance for students with disabilities as they prepare for and navigate the college experience. It addresses considerations for accessing support, accommodations, and resources that can help students succeed academically and participate fully in college life.

Nursing Career Guide for People With Disabilities
Explains how people with disabilities can become nurses. Includes tips and resources.

Scholarships.com
Provides scholarships for students with cognitive, behavioral, or emotional challenges. Helps reduce debt and support education.

Traumatic Brain Injury College Resources and Support

RegisteredNursing.org provides helpful information for college students living with traumatic brain injuries, including tips for academic success and links to supportive resources.

United Spinal New Mobility – Wheels on Campus Guide
Downloadable guide to wheelchair-friendly colleges and universities.
 

 

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