Accessibility services

The Student Success Center at Northwestern College is dedicated to ensuring all students have access to an inclusive, supportive learning environment. Through accessibility services, students receive resources and accommodations that enable them to fully participate in Northwestern's Christian academic community.

Why might a student seek accommodations?

Disability: Students with physical, sensory, learning or psychological disabilities may seek accommodations to ensure they have equal access to educational opportunities. Disabilities might include ADHD, dyslexia, chronic health conditions, visual or hearing impairments, or mobility challenges.

Medical conditions: Students with medical conditions such as diabetes, epilepsy or autoimmune disorders may need accommodations to manage their health needs.

What are typical academic accommodations?

  • Extended time for tests
  • A testing space with reduced distraction
  • Permission to type an essay question on an exam
  • Reader or scribe for an exam
  • Note-taking assistance
  • Alternative texts
  • Access to assistive technology

What other help is available?

Reach out to any staff member in the Student Success Center to learn more about these services that are available to ALL students:

  • Writing assistance
  • Peer tutoring
  • In-person group study sessions
  • Student success coaching focused on study habits and time management

How do I request accommodations?

Enrolled students with disabilities should follow all three steps below to register with our office and begin consideration for academic, housing or dietary accommodations and support:

Step 1 - Complete request form

Complete the accommodation request form. The accessibility specialist will email you within two business days of receiving the form and will provide a booking link to schedule a time for your welcome meeting.

Step 2 - Schedule a welcome meeting

Use the booking link in the accessibility specialist's email to schedule a time to meet by phone, video call or in person. In this meeting, you will:

  1. Learn how accommodations work in college.
  2. Share your strengths, interests, goals and limitations.
  3. Discuss possible accommodations to ensure equal access to programs at Northwestern.
  4. Learn what documentation is needed and how to send it.
Step 3 - Provide documentation

Please mail, email or deliver your documentation to the accessibility specialist. The type of documentation needed will depend on the disability and the accommodations being requested.

Northwestern NEXT

Northwestern NEXT is a two-year campus life and learning experience for 18- to 22-year-olds with intellectual or developmental disabilities.  Learn more

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