College Accomodations Evaluation

Documentation for College Disability Services (504 & ADA Accommodations)

Supporting a smooth transition from high school to college.

Many students who received accommodations through an IEP or Section 504 Plan in high school require updated documentation when requesting accommodations in college. Colleges and universities typically have their own documentation requirements and often require a current evaluation to determine eligibility for academic accommodations.

A college accommodation evaluation provides updated assessment and documentation that meets the requirements of most college disability services offices. The evaluation identifies the student’s current functioning, documents the impact of their disability on academic performance, and provides recommendations to support success in higher education.

These evaluations are designed for students with existing educational accommodations who need updated documentation for college disability services, rather than for students seeking an initial diagnosis.

Areas Commonly Assessed

Every evaluation is individualized. The specific measures selected depend on the student’s history, current accommodations, diagnosis, and documentation requirements.

📚 Academic Achievement
Evaluates current reading, written language, and mathematics skills to document how the disability affects academic performance in higher education settings.

🎯 Attention
Assesses sustained attention, selective attention, divided attention, impulse control, and concentration when ADHD or attention-related concerns are being documented.

⚙ Executive Functioning
Evaluates organization, planning, time management, working memory, cognitive flexibility, and self-monitoring, all of which can significantly affect success in college.

🧠 Intellectual Functioning
Updated assessment of reasoning and cognitive abilities.

⚡ Processing Speed
Measures the efficiency of completing routine cognitive tasks. Reduced processing speed may support accommodations such as extended time on exams.

❤️ Social, Emotional & Behavioral Functioning (when appropriate)
Assesses emotional functioning when anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns contribute to academic functioning and accommodation needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should consider a college accommodation evaluation?

Students with an existing IEP, Section 504 Plan, ADHD, learning differences, autism, or another documented disability who are preparing to enter college or who need updated documentation for disability services.

Why isn’t my high school IEP or 504 Plan enough?

While an IEP or 504 Plan documents accommodations received in high school, most colleges require current documentation that demonstrates how the disability continues to affect academic functioning. Each college establishes its own documentation guidelines.

Will this evaluation guarantee college accommodations?

No. Colleges and universities make their own decisions regarding eligibility for accommodations. However, a comprehensive evaluation provides the documentation and clinical recommendations needed for disability services to review your request.

When should the evaluation be completed?

Ideally, the evaluation should be completed during the junior or senior year of high school, or before requesting accommodations in college. This allows adequate time for documentation to be submitted before classes begin.

What accommodations can be recommended?

Recommendations are individualized but may include extended testing time, reduced-distraction testing environments, assistive technology, note-taking support, alternative formats, or other accommodations based on the evaluation findings.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a deeper understanding of your child’s strengths, challenges, and learning profile, I’d be happy to help. The first step is a complimentary 15-minute consultation where we can discuss your concerns and determine whether a comprehensive evaluation is the right fit.

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