Transition to College
The transition from High School to College can be a complex amount of information for students and parents. Here is a breakdown of some of the differences that separate the high school atmosphere and the college atmosphere:
| Public High School | College |
|---|---|
Free and Appropriate Education (FAPE) is guaranteed by law. | The law does not guarantee admission to a college or university. |
School is obligated to seek out and identify students with disabilities. | The student is responsible for locating the disability services office and inquiring about how to receive services. |
Obligation to evaluate students with disabilities. | No obligation to evaluate students with disabilities. |
Must alter course content or evaluation system if necessary. | No obligation to alter content of courses or evaluation system. |
Students get support in budgeting their time and planning their schoolwork. | Students are responsible for budgeting, time management, and planning or course work. |
Student progress is monitored by school staff. | Student progress is self-monitored |
School will seek out students to provide accommodations. | Student must self-identify and self-advocate to receive accommodations. |
The Individual Education Plan (IEP) is mandated and followed. | There are no Individual Education Plans (IEPs) at the college level. |
Accommodations are automatic year after year | Student must request accommodations every semester for every class in order to receive it |