The University of Lynchburg guarantees all students with documented disabilities equal access to an education limited only by personal ability and not by disability. We support students in obtaining reasonable accommodations in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.
The University of Lynchburg does not offer programs or courses specifically designed for students with disabilities but provides a variety of support services, including
We arrange reasonable accommodations and support for students in becoming effective self-advocates.
The University of Lynchburg offers services to students with disabilities who provide reasonable documentation. The ADA establishes requirements for services and accommodations at the post-secondary level, which differ from K-12 education regulations.
Admission to the University is based on academic qualifications, with no pre-admission inquiry about disabilities. If you need accommodations for scholarship competitions, contact Accessibility and Disability Resources at least two weeks before the event.
Transitioning to college can be challenging for students with disabilities due to different legal requirements. Students and families need to understand the differences between these learning environments (PDF).
Self-advocacy is essential for success. Students should communicate their needs to ADR and teachers early in the semester.
Students must request new accommodation letters from ADR for each term (semesters, summer, and winter term) they attend the University.
The approved accommodations only apply to events, assignments, or assessments that happen after a professor is given a copy of the student’s letter each semester. All information shared with ADR is confidential and not shared outside the office. ADR works with students on an individualized basis through an interactive process to make decisions on reasonable academic accommodations.
Approximately 10-12% of students at the University of Lynchburg are served through the ADR. Common academic accommodations include:
Students looking to request academic accommodations should refer to the policy here
The University of Lynchburg provides reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities in college housing to ensure equal access and opportunity. Students looking to request housing accommodations should refer to the policy here.
The University of Lynchburg provides equal access and opportunity to students with dietary disabilities. Residential students have a mandatory meal plan, and the university offers reasonable accommodations for students with verifiable needs. Accessibility and Disability Resources work with students to determine reasonable dietary accommodations.
Temporary disabilities may include conditions such as concussions, surgeries, and short-term illnesses. Temporary accommodations can be arranged for these conditions. Students should provide documentation and contact ADR to arrange accommodations.
If you are a current or former University of Lynchburg student registered with Accessibility and Disability Resources, you can request copies of your documentation by emailing [email protected] with the subject line “Request for Disability Documentation.”
In the email, include your first and last name, last date attended or “currently enrolled,” University ID number (if available), date of birth, contact phone number, the reason for your request, and the specific documents you are requesting. Keep in mind that Accessibility and Disability Resources keep records for at least seven years after the student’s last date of enrollment.
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