ERIC Number: ED603725
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2018
Pages: 88
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Finding Your Way: A College Guide for Students on the Spectrum
Organization for Autism Research
This guide prominently engages the voices of people on the autism spectrum as well as highly qualified professionals to provide information and tips vital to promoting success in higher education for people on the autism spectrum in three major areas: transition to higher education, attending college, and, finally, transitioning out of college into employment. It begins by highlighting differences between high school and college, and covers many other topics, such as establishing routines to achieve success, managing academic demands, working with the office supporting students with disabilities to address any issues, effective self-advocacy and disclosure, and understanding the ins, outs, and unspoken rules of social interaction on a college campus. Getting along with roommates, dating, and safe sexuality, as well as tips on paying for school through savings, earnings, scholarships, and loans are other areas addressed. In preparation for transition out of college into the adult world of work, the guide provides useful information on seeking, obtaining, and keeping a job, which will be useful for employment both while still in school and after graduation.
Descriptors: Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, College Students, College Readiness, Student Adjustment, College Attendance, Career Readiness, Adjustment (to Environment), High School Students, Self Advocacy, Students with Disabilities, Self Disclosure (Individuals), Academic Support Services, Student Needs, Study Habits, Life Style, College Environment, Dormitories, Interpersonal Relationship, Sexuality, Safety, Clubs, Student Financial Aid, Student Loan Programs, Scholarships, Employment
Organization for Autism Research. 2000 North 14th Street Suite 710, Arlington, VA 22201. Tel: 866-366-9710; Tel: 703-243-9710; Fax: 703-243-9751; e-mail: info@researchautism.org; Web site: http://www.researchautism.org
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Learner
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: Organization for Autism Research
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