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This module provides information to families who want to learn more about the possibilities for their sons or daughters with intellectual disabilities to attend college. The module describes college options, identifies how college is different from high school, discusses the changing role of families once students are in college, and offers strategies for families and students on how they may navigate those differences. The module also outlines ways to prepare for college and how to choose a college that will be a good fit. Options for how to pay for college are discussed and finally, families and students will be able to check their understanding with a quiz.

SECTION 1: Introduction

SECTION 2: Understanding the Options

Learn about the different types of programs available and the features of each.
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SECTION 3: College is Different from High School

Learn how the laws and procedures for students with disabilities in college differ from those in K–12 education.
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SECTION 4: Changing Role of Families

Explore philosophical and legal changes to the role of families when students are in college.
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SECTION 5: Preparing for College

Discover IEP objectives that may help a student get ready for college, ways to explore college options and determine the right fit.
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SECTION 6: Choosing a College

Using the Think College Standards for Inclusive PSE, develop questions to ask when choosing a college.
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SECTION 7: Paying for College

Explore the various strategies students are using to pay for college and how one may access the different funding sources.
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SECTION 8: Check Your Understanding

See what you have learned by participating in this module.
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