The College Application Process: It Takes a Village

Your child has decided to apply for college… what’s next? As exciting as it is, there is a lot that goes into assembling the necessary materials for the college application: references from employers, friends, teachers, and more; photos; letters of support from those your child’s network; academic records; and more. Additionally, items needed for the application package may vary greatly for higher education programs for students with ID. Based on one family’s experience, and with input and support from many others, Angie Kniery shares some advice on how to get started and stay on track.