The K&W Guide to Colleges for Students with Learning Differences, 16th Edition

350+ Schools with Programs or Services for Students with ADHD, ASD, or Learning Differences

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$35.99 US
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On sale Sep 05, 2023 | 768 Pages | 9780593517406
FIND THE RIGHT SCHOOL FOR YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS. This indispensable resource will help students with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, or learning differences find and apply to their personal best-fit college.
 
Hundreds of thousands of students with learning differences head to college every year. This comprehensive guide makes it easy for those students and their families and guidance counselors to tackle the daunting process of finding the school that fits their needs best. 
 
This invaluable book for students, parents, and professionals includes:
   • 350+ school profiles with targeted information on admission requirements, updated test policies, and the support services and programs offered by the colleges
   • Index of colleges by level of support
   • Policies and procedures regarding course waivers and substitutions
   • Resources to help students find the best match for their needs
   • Advice from learning specialists on making an effective transition to college
The experts at The Princeton Review have been helping students, parents, and educators achieve the best results at every stage of the education process since 1981. The Princeton Review has helped millions succeed on standardized tests and provides expert advice and instruction to help parents, teachers, students, and schools navigate the complexities of school admission. In addition to classroom courses in over 40 states and 20 countries, The Princeton Review also offers online and school-based courses, one-to-one and small-group tutoring, as well as online services in both admission counseling and academic homework help. View titles by The Princeton Review
Marybeth Kravets, M.A., is the President of Marybeth Kravets & Associates LLC, and Director of College Counseling at Wolcott College Prep High School (Chicago, IL). She received her B.A. in Education from the University of Michigan—Ann Arbor and her M.A. in Counseling from Wayne State University (Detroit, MI). She is a founding board member of College Bound Opportunities in Illinois and serves on the Board of Trustees of United World College, USA. Marybeth is Past President of the National Association for College Admissions Counseling (NACAC) and also served as President of the Illinois Association for College Admissions Counseling (IACAC). She is a recipient of the Harvard University Club of Chicago Community Service Award. She resides in Chicago. View titles by Marybeth Kravets
Imy F. Wax, M.S., is a Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), National Board-Certified Counselor (NBCC), Certified Educational Planner (CP), and a Therapeutic and Educational Consultant (EC). As a consultant, Imy travels 100,000 miles a year visiting residential programs, schools, colleges, and postsecondary options for children, adolescents, and young adults throughout the U.S. and internationally, often as a guest speaker. She is the founder and President of The Aspire Group. For more than 30 years, Imy has been an objective voice guiding, supporting, and empowering families in making informed decisions that secure and enhance their children’s futures. She resides in Deerfield, IL. View titles by Imy Wax

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FIND THE RIGHT SCHOOL FOR YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS. This indispensable resource will help students with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, or learning differences find and apply to their personal best-fit college.
 
Hundreds of thousands of students with learning differences head to college every year. This comprehensive guide makes it easy for those students and their families and guidance counselors to tackle the daunting process of finding the school that fits their needs best. 
 
This invaluable book for students, parents, and professionals includes:
   • 350+ school profiles with targeted information on admission requirements, updated test policies, and the support services and programs offered by the colleges
   • Index of colleges by level of support
   • Policies and procedures regarding course waivers and substitutions
   • Resources to help students find the best match for their needs
   • Advice from learning specialists on making an effective transition to college

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The experts at The Princeton Review have been helping students, parents, and educators achieve the best results at every stage of the education process since 1981. The Princeton Review has helped millions succeed on standardized tests and provides expert advice and instruction to help parents, teachers, students, and schools navigate the complexities of school admission. In addition to classroom courses in over 40 states and 20 countries, The Princeton Review also offers online and school-based courses, one-to-one and small-group tutoring, as well as online services in both admission counseling and academic homework help. View titles by The Princeton Review
Marybeth Kravets, M.A., is the President of Marybeth Kravets & Associates LLC, and Director of College Counseling at Wolcott College Prep High School (Chicago, IL). She received her B.A. in Education from the University of Michigan—Ann Arbor and her M.A. in Counseling from Wayne State University (Detroit, MI). She is a founding board member of College Bound Opportunities in Illinois and serves on the Board of Trustees of United World College, USA. Marybeth is Past President of the National Association for College Admissions Counseling (NACAC) and also served as President of the Illinois Association for College Admissions Counseling (IACAC). She is a recipient of the Harvard University Club of Chicago Community Service Award. She resides in Chicago. View titles by Marybeth Kravets
Imy F. Wax, M.S., is a Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), National Board-Certified Counselor (NBCC), Certified Educational Planner (CP), and a Therapeutic and Educational Consultant (EC). As a consultant, Imy travels 100,000 miles a year visiting residential programs, schools, colleges, and postsecondary options for children, adolescents, and young adults throughout the U.S. and internationally, often as a guest speaker. She is the founder and President of The Aspire Group. For more than 30 years, Imy has been an objective voice guiding, supporting, and empowering families in making informed decisions that secure and enhance their children’s futures. She resides in Deerfield, IL. View titles by Imy Wax

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