Requesting approved academic accommodations
Once your academic accommodations are approved by ODE, you will need to connect with your professors to discuss how the accommodations will be implemented in the course. Follow these steps to make the process smooth.
Law Students: If you are enrolled in the Alexander Blewett III School of Law, follow the law school’s specific process, which differs from the instructions on this page.
Step 1: Review Syllabi
Check each syllabus to see which accommodations are relevant to each course.
Example: You might need extended time for a class with exams but not for an exercise class.
Step 2: Submit a Semester Request
Note for Spring 2026 Semester Request
ODE will begin reviewing and processing Semester Requests on January 8, 2026, and will continue through April 27, 2026 (the Monday of the final week of classes).
After reviewing the syllabi:
- Log into the
- Submit a Semester Request to choose the accommodations. This allows you to customize your accommodation letter and send it directly to your professor through the portal (follow the Semester Request instructions).
Step 3: Follow up with your professors
- Email your professors to request a meeting or conversation. Use a clear subject line such as Accommodation Discussion Request.
- In your email, mention that your letter was sent via ODE Portal and request a meeting to discuss details (view Email samples).
Step 4: Discuss details with your professors
During your meeting or conversation:
- Confirm how each accommodation will be implemented in the course context.
- Ask questions if anything is unclear (e.g., how extended time will be handled for pop quizzes.)
- Understand your responsibilities (e.g., notifying the professor within 24 hours of an absence) and your professor's responsibilities.
This ensures everyone is on the same page and helps prevent misunderstandings later.
Step 5: Stay in touch with ODE
- Contact your access consultant if issues arise.
- Communicate early to prevent problems.