Prospective Students

Welcome to the University of Michigan!

Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) recognizes disability as an integral part of diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable educational environment for disabled students.

Students who are not yet admitted, still in high school, or have questions before formally connecting with our office can schedule a Prospective Student Appointment where they can learn more about SSD’s process, exploring accommodations in higher education and Disability-related documentation needs. To schedule a meeting contact our office at (734) 763-3000 or [email protected].

Applying to UMich

Students who wish to apply to Umich should visit the Undergraduate Admissions website to learn more about academic programs and requirements.

Accepted to UMich

Once a student has been fully admitted to UMich, they are able to begin our interactive process for exploring accommodations. We encourage students to set up an initial welcome meeting after orientation in order to help streamline the process. 

Please visit our How To Get Connected page below to fill out our Student Initial Information Form and learn how to get connected to an SSD Coordinator. Reviewing our Helpful Documentation Guidelines can help students be proactive in understanding documentaiton needs and can be submitted prior to the initial meeting. 

For Placement Testing Accommodations contact the Office of New Student Programs.

Paratransit Services are offered for students, employees, and visitors to campus. If you are in need of Paratransit Services for the UMich Bus system, please complete our Paratransit Application

Accessible Parking is available around campus, please visit Logistics, Transportation & Parking for more information.

Housing Accommodations are explored by Housing's Health and Disability Coordinator. You may contact them about the accommodation process by calling (734) 764-7400 or emailing [email protected].

If you have a food allergy or require a special diet, M|Dining has registered dietitians who can provide you with the resources and information needed to make healthy food choices in the dining halls. For more information check out M|Dining's Allergies and Special Diets or contact them at [email protected].

 

Temporary Accommodations 

Students with temporary injuries (such as a broken limb, concussion, or surgery recovery) can complete a Student Initial Information Form and receive services through the SSD on a temporary basis. 

Students with temporary injuries can meet with an SSD Coordinator prior to submitting documentation. Coordinators can discuss any documentation needs during your Welcome Meeting. In some situations, provisional accommodations may be appropriate and are typically approved for 1 semester, and may later be approved on a permanent basis. 

 

Helpful Documentation Guidelines

Documentation can assist Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) in understanding how disability may impact a student in the academic environment as well as assist in making informed decisions about reasonable accommodations. SSD engages in a collaborative process that is responsive to the needs of each individual as advised by the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA).