FAQs

Are there any special admission requirements?

Students with disabilities are admitted to the College of William and Mary through regular admission procedures. Disability Services is not involved in the consideration of candidates for admission to the college. Results of non-standard test administrations and documentation of disability may be submitted in support of any application, but are not essential for full consideration. Once admitted, students with disabilities are fully mainstreamed into the College community and are expected to maintain the same academic standards as all other students attending William and Mary.

For admissions information please refer to the Office of Undergraduate Admission.

How accessible is the campus?

Recent renovations have added features such as electric door openers, lowered elevator panels, additional curb cuts, handicapped parking spaces, adapted equipment for swimming and weight-lifting, visual alarm systems, and braille signage. The College of William and Mary also continually engages in advocacy efforts to improve disability awareness and sensitivity of the entire community through a faculty/staff liaison network and a general philosophy of maximizing independence and self-determination.

What if I have special housing needs?

Newly-admitted and currently enrolled students seeking housing accommodation on the basis of disability should forward all pertinent documentation to the Assistant Dean of Students for Disability Services. Documentation will be reviewed and, if approved, the Office of Residence Life will be apprised of the appropriate housing accommodation for the next academic year. Specific eligibility guidelines apply.

For housing information please refer to Office of Residence Life.

Is there a special program for students with learning disabilities?

No. Students with learning disabilities take the same classes and are expected to fulfill the same requirements as all other students. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, students with learning disabilities may be eligible for reasonable and appropriate accommodation through the Disability Services Office.

How accommodating are William and Mary professors?

Professors work with Disability Services as necessary to see that a student's individual learning needs are met.