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Columbia University - Columbia College - Services for Learning Disabled Students



Programs|Application Requirements|Student Services|Term and Staff Information

About Learning Disabled Programs and Services

This school accepts Learning Disabled students according to the following definition:
According to the National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities, a learning disability is a "general term that refers to a heterogeneous group of disorders manifested by significant difficulties in the acquisition and use of listening, speaking, reading, writing, reasoning, or mathematical abilities." A learning disability is presumably due to central nervous system dysfunction, and is not primarily due to other handicapping conditions, environmental, or cultural influences. It is not a form of mental retardation, or an emotional disorder.
  • There is support for Learning Disabled students but there is not a specific program available for Learning Disabled students.
  • There is no limit to the number of Learning Disabled students.
  • There is no limit to the percent of students allowed into the Learning Disabled program.


Application Requirements

  • A personal interview is not neccessary.
  • An essay is required and it may be typed.
  • Untimed tests are not accepted.
  • GED certification is not accepted.


Learning Disabled Student Services
  • Credit is not given for remedial courses taken.


    Learning Disabled Term and Staff Information
    • The Learning Disabled student program runs on a partial term.
    • A lighter course load is not given to Learning Disabled students.
    • Additional time is not given to complete degree.
    • No extra cost for Learning Disabled students.