America is one of the countries in the world with the best conditions for students with disabilities to live and study. As early as 1973, the Vocational Rehabilitation Act was passed, requiring that workplaces and educational institutions in the United States provide equal conditions for all people, regardless of their disability.
In keeping with this law and current global trends, most U.S. universities not only accept students with disabilities, but also create the most comfortable environment possible for them.
For example, students are offered appropriate, specially equipped housing, instruction using specialized technology, and other services and services necessary for students with special needs.
Also, at U.S. universities, every student, regardless of their disability or diagnosis, feels like a full-fledged member of the student body.
University of Michigan, Michigan
The University of Michigan was one of the first universities in the United States to create an official Office for Students with Disabilities. For decades the university has been actively supporting these students at the state, national and even international level, and its experience is adopted by other schools.
The university is committed to providing the best possible environment for students with a wide range of disabilities to live and learn. Depending on the nature of the student’s problems, the university offers a comfortable environment for learning and absorbing the material, living conditions, meals according to special programs and much more. In addition, students with disabilities on the University of Michigan campus live life to the fullest – actively participating in activities, participating in sports, and even organizing their own sports tournaments.
University of Southern California, California
The University of Southern California is committed to ensuring that its students with disabilities maximize their academic potential and feel independent in their learning and daily lives.
Free of charge, the school provides students with technology to make their education comfortable and offers tutoring and mentoring services. Students also have access to administrative and psychosocial assistance, and accommodations in specially equipped rooms.
Northeastern University, Massachusetts
As a local or international student with a disability, Northeastern University provides full and comprehensive support by registering with the university’s Disability Resource Center.
In addition to university staff, the center employs student volunteers who help friends with special needs adjust to the university. There are special programs for them, consisting of five sessions, during which students are told about the support options available, special resources and technologies on campus.