Documentation Criteria

Documentation on file for the applicant must:

  • Be typed or printed on official letterhead and be signed by an evaluator qualified to make the diagnosis (include information about license or certification and area of specialization)
  • Clearly state the diagnosed disability or disabilities 
  • Describe the functional limitations resulting from the disability or disabilities
  • Be current - i.e., completed within the:
    • last five years for learning disabilities (LD), attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or intellectual disability (ID)
    • last 12 months for psychiatric disabilities and traumatic brain injury

( Note: This requirement does not apply to physical or sensory disabilities of a permanent or unchanging nature.)

  • Include complete educational, developmental and medical history relevant to the disability for which accommodations are being requested
  • Include a list of all test instruments used in the evaluation report and relevant subtest scores used to document the stated disability; all test instruments must have adult norms. (This requirement does not apply to physical or sensory disabilities of a permanent or unchanging nature.)
  • Describe the specific accommodations requested
  • Adequately support each of the requested accommodation(s)

While required, the report of the qualified evaluator is by no means the only documentation we can use to better understand and accommodate the student. Other helpful documents are: records of accommodation on standardized tests such as SAT or ACT, high school 504 plans or IEP's, previous psycho-educational evaluations, report cards, transcripts, and teacher, tutor, or employer reports. 

Guidelines for Specific Disabilities