This qualitative multiple case study analysis included the exploration of the phenomenon of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) from a cultural standpoint, rather than the traditional view of deficits caused by disability. This effort was undertaken to determine if those within this population would be better served by the educational system and more accepted by society if viewed through the lens of culture, rather than disability. Many researchers have analyzed ASD without always taking into consideration the perspectives of individuals with ASD who have served as the subjects of studies. For this study, interviews were conducted with 10 individuals with ASD, six of whom were emancipated and four non-emancipated, and/or their parents. In addition, 26 educators, including seven administrators, seven elementary educators, nine secondary educators, and three university level educators were interviewed to gain their perspectives. Finally, thirteen other professionals, including three medical personnel, three pastors, three law enforcement officers, two social workers, and two psychologists were interviewed to provide a holistic view of the phenomenon of ASD. From these interviews, information was gained that identified some of the required characteristics of culture within the population of individuals with ASD, such as shared patterns of behavior and social interactions, shared mannerisms of thinking, and unique demonstrations of emotion. The potential impact of the results from this study is that a basis exists for the classification of ASD as a unique culture. Recommendations for future research are to examine the feasibility of an alert system like that used in Great Britain, as well as to engage in longitudinal case studies of individuals with ASD. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]