Diverse Scholars Program

Framingham State University

Diverse Scholars Program
100 State Street
Framingham, MA 01701

Program Contact	Grace McDonald
Email	gmcdonald1@framingham.edu
Phone	508-215-5883
Website	https://www.framingham.edu/academics/center-for-academic-success-and-advising/su...

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The Diverse Scholars Program at Framingham State University provides opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ages 18-22, to engage in FSU courses, internships, and student life. We believe inclusion and participation by all students is essential for a thriving community of learners. Students in the Diverse Scholars Program gain access to:

University Coursework: students can audit one general education courses aligned with the student’s interest and long-term employment goals.

Vocation and Employment Support: students participate in job skills training such as resume workshops, interview skills, job informational sessions, and internships related to student’s interests and goals.

Peer-Mentoring: students are connected with college peers through an on-site mentoring program. Throughout the semester, peer mentors and program participants cover a range of topics related to social and independent living skills.

Campus Events: students are encouraged to attend any of the several campus events open to FSU community as well as become a member of one the many student clubs and affinity groups.

Access to FSU Facilities: students have access to FSU facilities and resources including but not limited to the athletic center, dining hall, library, and game room.

Students can attend this program if they: Are from a partnering school district \ Have not passed the MCAS or Have passed the MCAS but only after multiple attempts

General
Public or private:	Public
Type of school:	4-year college or university
Is this program a federally funded TPSID program?	No
Students in this program:	Have graduated or exited from high school
Number of students:	13

Requirements
Deadline to apply to this program:	inquire with program
Requirements for admission to this program:	18-21 Student must be a resident of the state where the program is located Student must be enrolled in a particular school system/local educational agency
Accepts out-of-state students:	No
Please indicate which disabilities students in this program have:	Intellectual disability Autism Down Syndome, William's Syndrome, PDD-NOS
Program length:	Varies from student to student

Acceptance, Retention, and Completion Rates
Percent of students applying who are admitted:	100%
Retention rate:	nan%

Cost
Tuition amount:	$0.00
Program specific fees:	$0.00
Is this program able to provide federal financial aid as a Comprehensive Transition Program (CTP)?	No
Students pay for the program in the following ways:	Tuition Waivers Local School District funds Grant Funding

Academic
Students take these types of "typical" courses (with students who don't have disabilities):	Typical college courses for audit
Classroom/academic time spent only with other students in this program:	About half the time

Employment
Percent of students in this program have paid work while attending the program:	33%
Other career development activities are:	Internships Volunteer work
Percent of students in this program that had paid work after exiting the program:	50%

Housing
Housing is provided to students:	No

Extracurricular
Students participate in student organizations on campus:	Yes
Proportion of time spent only with other students in this program:	About half the time
Students have participated in these social/extracurricular activities and organizations:	Clubs and Organizations including: Art Club Community Service Club History Club Wildlife Club Students also participate in recreational activities, such as community trips, with their Peer Mentor

Last updated: Thursday, January 31, 2019 - 18:20