Academic Support
Disabilities Services
Information and Websites for Students
Disability Organizations for Students:
- Learning Disabilities Association of America
- International Dyslexia Association
- C.H.A.D.D. - Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disabilities
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
- A Parent’s Guide to Helping Kids with Learning Differences
- Website for Learning Disabilities
- National Center for Learning Disabilities
Other Helpful Web sites:
- College Resources for Students with Disabilities
- College Scholarships and Financial Aid for Students with Disabilities
- College Resources for Students with Disabilities
- College Preparation Resources for Students
- Learning Ally (formerly, Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic)
- ADA Home Page
- Link to the Office of Civil Rights
- Scholarship information for students with disabilities
- Kansas DCF Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Cowley Documents:
- Disability Services Policy & Procedures — See the Student Handbook
- Cowley College Disability Services — See the Faculty and Staff Handbook
Other Cowley Programs:
IMPACT Program –
This program is a federally funded TRIO Student Support Services program
designed to assist eligible students in successfully reaching their
academic goals. Services are offered free to individuals who are enrolled
in the program. The IMPACT program is located in the Underground of
the Nelson Student Center. Many students who qualify for Disability
Services will also qualify for IMPACT services.
Counseling –
The Student Life Counselor provides mental health services to students
in effective management of their personal and educational challenges.
All services are free and confidential. The Student
Life Counselor is located in Room 204 of the Nelson Student Center.
Academic Support –
The Academic Support specializes in assisting students with a variety
of academic needs. Tutoring, computers, printers, Internet access,
writing assistance and software tutorial programs are free of charge
for Cowley students. Tutoring Services are available during Fall,
Spring and Summer semesters. Click
here for the Tutoring Service on the main campus.