Frequently Asked Questions

Because K–12 schools and postsecondary institutions are governed by different disability laws, a student’s IEP or Section 504 plan does not automatically transfer to the college setting. As a result, students are responsible for requesting accommodations at Wallace Community College as early as possible.

Students may begin this process by completing the Disability Support Services (DSS) application and submitting it, along with supporting documentation, to the appropriate DSS Compliance Coordinator.

Learn more about the Disability Support Services application process and documentation requirements

Most IEPs/504 plans that our office receives do not provide a diagnosis of the disability for which the student is seeking accommodations. As such, our office often requires more detailed documentation from a student in order to implement appropriate accommodations. Please review the Disability and Accessibility Handbook for specific documentation our office requires when determining eligibility for accommodations.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits postsecondary institutions from implementing accommodations that are personal in nature, such as personal tutors or mobility assistants. Furthermore, the ADA does not allow for accommodations that will fundamentally alter the nature of the course, program, or test. Examples of such accommodations include the provision of a study guide/test outline, reducing the number of multiple choice options on an exam, or providing a word bank for fill in the blank questions.

Although Wallace Community College is unable to provide these types of accommodations, there are still plenty of accommodations that may be implemented to help the student succeed in the classroom and testing environment.

The following resource provides a clear comparison of how disability accommodations differ between high school and college settings.

View the chart comparing disability services in high school and college (PDF, opens in a new tab)

At Wallace Community College, all students are expected to abide by the behavioral standards outlined in the College Catalog and Student Handbook. Therefore, the DSS office is unable to provide accommodations that allow for violations of the student code of conduct.