Think College Fast Fact #28 describes the ABLE Act passed in 2014, and explains that through the passage of this Act, people with disabilities have the opportunity to open tax-advantaged savings...Read more
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Colleges and universities use multiple means to meet their inclusive program costs, including state and federal funds, foundation monies, Medicaid waivers, vocational rehabilitation (VR) funds,...Read more
This resource shares the relevant sections of the Higher Education Act regulations and information from the US Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education website related to the...Read more
Medicaid Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waivers can provide support for individuals with intellectual disability participating in postsecondary education (PSE). HCBS waiver funding has...Read more
Any student preparing for college must have a plan to pay for college and students with intellectual disability (ID) are likely to use many of the same resources as other college students to pay...Read more
Given the positive outcomes of postsecondary education (PSE) that are possible for individuals with ID, more states should consider allowing Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver...Read more
Students use Veterans Affairs educational benefits infrequently, but they may be of interest to college programs as well as to students who are dependents of veterans. This brief provides basic...Read more
This plain language publication explains the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act, or the ABLE Act, and why it is important for people with disabilities. Simple language and an easy-to-use...Read more
Think College Insight Brief #14 provides an overview of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), describe how it is supported in the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008, and share strategies for...Read more
An increasing number of states allow students with intellectual disability (ID) to use Medicaid Home and Community Based Services waivers to support participation in postsecondary education (PSE)...Read more