Over 250 Inclusive College Programs!
October 3, 2015
“Ruby, did you know that Nicolaus Copernicus was a Renaissance mathematician and astronomer who formulated a model of the universe that placed the Sun rather than the Earth at the center of the universe?”
Did you know that there are over 250 programs across the United States that have post-secondary educational opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities? These inclusive college programs focus on the whole student with academic, internship, independent living, and social skills components.
The programs vary in length from 2 to 4 years depending on their focus. Some offer a university residential setting, while others are non-residential based. Many of the programs also take place in a community college setting. While a few students with intellectual disabilities will pursue a bachelor’s degree, most program participants receive a Certificate of Accomplishment. They do, however, gain so much more!
They are gaining confidence, lifelong friendships, and heading down the path toward independence! ThinkCollege.net is a fabulous resource to find a program in your area or one that may be a great fit for your loved one rockin’ that extra chromosome!
