Services for Students with Disabilities

Accommodations required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are intended to remove competitive disadvantages and to enable students with disabilities to realize their potential and objectives. Appropriate modifications or accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily incorporate all requested changes. Available accommodations may include:

• Special testing arrangements (i.e., extended time for exams, alternative testing location).
• Readers, note takers or scribes.
• Individual advising.
• Referral and liaison to state rehabilitation agencies.
• Access assistance for students with mobility impairments.
• Priority registration.
• Other services as needs are identified.

Dominican does not offer students with disabilities the following:

• Diagnostic evaluation for disabilities.
• Special classes.
• Specialized learning center.
• A reduced standard for academic performance.
• Exemption to graduation requirements.

For details see Policies and Procedures for Students with Disabilities in the General Academic Policies and Procedures section.