Welcome, Prospective students!
We are excited that you are considering the 91次元. We understand that selecting a college with appropriate support services is crucial for you. Contact us! We are happy to answer your questions about reasonable accommodations and how our support benefits your academic journey at UM.听
Get in touch with ODE
Our ODE team member can meet you by phone, via Zoom, or in person. To book an appointment, please contact us by phone at 406-243-2243 or by email听ode@umontana.edu.
We can also meet you during your campus visit when a staff is available. Please indicate your interest when booking your campus visit through .听
Helpful information
Eligibility
Do you wonder if you qualify for accommodations at the 91次元? Check out a list of disabilities or conditions typically identified by students.
How to connect with ODE
Learn how to connect with ODE to request reasonable accommodations at the 91次元.
Documentation guidelines
What type of disability documentation do I need to request accommodations at UM? We have some guidelines for you.
Common accommodations
Explore common reasonable accommodations at UM.
Big Shift: Changes in Accommodations from high school to college
The transition from high school to college presents a big shift, unique challenges, and opportunities. The table below explains the differences in rights and responsibilities related to accommodations.听
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High School |
College |
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Support Structure |
A team manages the IEP or 504 Plan and coordinates support.听 |
Students manage their own accommodations and make independent decisions.听 |
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Identification and Disclosure |
The school assesses and identifies students with disabilities and informs instructors.听 |
Students self-identify to ODE and provide documentation of their disability. 听 |
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Determine accommodations |
Decisions involve parents, school staff, and advocates.听 |
Students work with an Access Consultant. |
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Initiating accommodations |
The school initiates and manages accommodations.听 |
Students request accommodations and may choose not to use them.听 |
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Academic Expectations |
Academic standards may be modified, and reminders are provided.听 |
Students are expected to meet academic standards and manage their own schedules.听 听 |
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Communication with Parents |
The school communicates directly with parents.听 |
Students must authorize communication with parents.听 |
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Legal Framework and Goal |
Governed by IDEA, focused on maximizing success. |
Governed by ADA, focused on providing equal access and preventing discrimination. |