Student Frequently Asked Questions
It's easy! Go to our website and fill out an application. Please note that there are two types of applications: Academic Accommodation Application and Housing/Dining Accommodation Application. Once you have completed an application, you will be assigned a disability resource coordinator.
We are located in Knight Hall, Room 109.
No. Once you are registered with our office, all you will need to do each semester is go into the AIM portal and request your accommodations. If you need to make changes to your accommodations, you will schedule a meeting with your assigned coordinator.
No, accommodations do not roll over each semester. If you are registered with our office, you will need to log into the AIM portal each semester to request your accommodations.
Yes! Graduate students are able to request accommodations for courses through our office.
Graduate assistants serving as instructors are responsible for reviewing and implementing approved student accommodations. If you have questions about accommodations, please contact DSS and your graduate assistant supervisor. Graduate assistants with a disability or medical condition may also request accommodations through DSS and Human Resources.
No, IEP and 504 plans do not "transfer." They can be helpful in starting the conversation with our office and a Disability Resource Coordinator. We can review these plans to help inform the conversation and determine reasonable accommodations for your time here at UW.
It depends. You will first need to register with the DSS office. Once you register, you will be assigned a Disability Resource Coordinator. You will meet with them to discuss potential accommodations for your time at UW.
Yes. However, each semester you must first request your accommodations via the AIM portal. You do so specific to each course. Then your assigned coordinator will send the notifications to your instructors informing them of the accommodations that you requested and are eligible for.
That is completely up to you! While it is not required that you disclose your disability to faculty members, it can be helpful to have a conversation with them about how your accommodations will work in each of your courses.
UW provides equal access to qualified students with disabilities through reasonable accommodations. A reasonable accommodation is a necessary adjustment to a program, course, or environment that gives a qualified student with a documented disability an equal opportunity to access education, without fundamentally altering essential academic requirements or causing undue hardship to the institution.
It depends. Our office is more than happy to help you get started with the accommodation process, which includes registering with our office and meeting with a coordinator. When you meet with a coordinator, you will be able to discuss the barriers you may face, potential accommodations to help with some of those barriers, and the types of documentation that may be needed to move forward in the process.
Academic Resources
Need help with the job search? Check in with our Advising, Career, and Exploratory Studies (ACES) team. They provide services to all UW students related to career development, major exploration, and academic advising.
The Dean of Students Office supports students by helping them navigate challenges that may affect their academic experience, including personal emergencies, student concerns, and campus policies. The office also serves as a resource for student support and connecting students with appropriate campus services.
Student Support Services (SSS/TRIO) provides academic support, advising, tutoring, mentoring, and skill-building opportunities to help eligible students succeed and graduate. The program also connects students with campus resources and offers guidance on navigating college life.
Need a place to study or research help? UW Libraries provides access to research materials, databases, technology, study spaces, and expert assistance from librarians. Students can receive help with finding sources, conducting research, citing materials, and navigating library resources.
STEP Tutoring offers free peer tutoring and academic support in a variety of courses to help students strengthen their understanding of course material and improve academic performance. Tutors work collaboratively with students to build confidence and effective learning strategies.
Stuck on a math problem or need to determine the probability of flipping a coin? The CASM team provides support and tutoring for students related to math and statistics courses.
Need help with a citation or reviewing a rough draft? The Writing Center assists students at any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming and organization to revision and editing. Consultants provide individualized feedback to help students develop stronger writing skills across disciplines and assignments.
Information Technology (IT) provides technical support for university technology systems, including email, Wi-Fi, software, online learning tools, and account access. Students can also rent out laptops, and other technology through IT.
Student Success and Graduation provides access to Cowboy Coaches and support for first-year students and resources around Saddle Up. SSG also coordinates and has resources as it relates to commencement/graduation.
Health and Wellness Resources
The University Counseling Center (UCC) offers confidential mental health services, including counseling, crisis support, workshops, and wellness resources. The center helps students address personal, emotional, and academic concerns that may affect their well-being and success.
Student Health Services provides access to healthcare services for students on campus including Primary Care services, immunizations, and pharmacy services.
This is our campus resource for on and off campus recreation related to health and wellness and provides access to gym equipment and various wellness activities.
Other Campus Resources
Did you know there are scholarships at UW and outside of UW for students who are managing a disability or medical condition? At UW, our Student Financial Services Office assists students with exploring scholarship opportunities that are available.
Transportation and Parking Services manage campus parking permits, parking enforcement, and transportation-related resources. The office can assist students with parking questions, permit options, campus transit information, and accessibility-related parking needs.
Looking for a job on campus or needing workplace accommodation? Visit the HR page to review job opportunities and services to all UW staff, faculty, and student employees on campus.
Are you an instructor and need some help with Canvas? ECTL provides resources and support for faculty around teaching and curriculum.
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