To allow sufficient time for review of needs and implementation of accommodations, students with disabilities are encouraged to contact Disability Services upon acceptance to discuss their specific disability needs and plan any academic accommodations that may be necessary. Students are encouraged to register their disability with the office regardless of their need for services. Often students may not desire assistance at the time of entrance to Columbia, but as they progress academically, they may have the need for support or services. There-fore, early registration with the office is essential. Disability Identification and Release Forms are available at the office.
Confidentiality is a priority.
Once registration is complete, the office will be in touch with the student and the designated liaison within each School to develop and implement the necessary and appropriate academic accommodations. The University recognizes that accessibility to buildings may change or become difficult under special circumstances and endeavors to alert students to any access difficulties as they arise. Members of the University community are encouraged to report any difficulties or obstacles to Disability Services. CUID Access and Access Keys Ramps, elevators, chairlifts, and tunnels provide access to the various levels of campus and its buildings. Access keys may be obtained from Disability Services.