1. How to Prepare Students to Achieve College Success Marie Ostermeier M.Ed., LBSW College Living Experience mostermeier@experiencecle.com

2. What we know 34.2% of students with disabilities perusing a degree successfully graduate within 8 years (Newman et al., 2011) According to College for All Texans, the average yearly tuition at Texas Public Universities for 2014-2015 is $21,978. $21,978 x 8 = $175,824 Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com

3. What we know Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com 33% of students at CLE have previously tried college and determined more support was needed. Students lack exposure to higher education model, systems, and culture Independent Living Skills and Social Skills influence classroom success

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5. Academics Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com Community College Average Annual Tuition $2,000-$4,000Associate Degrees Certificates For Credit Courses, Continuing Education, and Vocational Classes College or University Average Annual Tuition $5,000-$9,000Bachelor Degrees Graduate Degrees For Credit Courses and Continuing Education

6. Accommodations Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com High School School identifies students with disabilities Accommodations incorporated into daily schedule Modifications to test or format Tutoring and study support available College Student must self identify Student request use of accommodations each semester Accommodations on how test is administered Tutoring is not covered under disability services

7. Study skills and time management High School College Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com

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9. Health and hygiene Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com  Brushes teeth twice daily  Washes face at least once daily  Showers daily & uses shampoo & soap  Uses deodorant  Uses system to organize medication regimen  Knows height, weight, and date of birth  Can reach medical providers  Can read a thermometer

10. Organization Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com  Leaves early to ensure prompt arrival  Uses a daily/weekly calendar system  Uses phone alarm or other technology for reminder system  Designs and maintains a daily/weekly/monthly cleaning routine

11. Self-Advocacy  Can articulate basic facts about learning difficulties or disability  Understands rights and responsibilities of accommodations  Understands appropriate time for disclosure  Can leave appropriate voicemail messages  Can write/dictate and send emails Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com

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13. College Resources Think College is a national organization dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education options for people with intellectual disabilities. www.thinkcollege.net www.thinkcollege.net Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities helps people with developmental disabilities achieve their potential for independence, productivity and integration into their communities by working to develop a comprehensive system of service and supports in Texas http://www.tcdd.texas.gov/resources/publications/

14. College Resources Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com Going to College contains information about living college life with a disability. It’s designed for high school students and provides video clips, activities and additional resources that can help you get a head start in planning for college. http://www.going-to-college.org/index.html College for All Texans compare colleges side-by-side on key measures such as tuition & fees, completion rates, and average salaries after college. http://www.collegeforalltexans.com

15. College Programs Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com TECHniques center offers consistent, one-on-one tutoring throughout the week. PATHS is your path to a successful career as a Direct Support Professional working with people with disabilities.

16. College programs Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com VAST Academy provides comprehensive transition postsecondary certificate programs, pre-college “bridge” courses and support services STEPS offers Vocational Training and Educational Options for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities ​

17. Support Programs and services Live. Engage. Achieve. 800.486.5058 | ExperienceCLE.com CLE provides intensive assistance to college students with autism, Asperger's, learning disabilities, and other special needs to become independent adults.

18. How to Prepare Students to Achieve College Success Marie Ostermeier M.Ed., LBSW College Living Experience mostermeier@experiencecle.com