After surviving having an ASD son that graduated from college, this is what I found that was the most important things that allowed this phenomenon to actually happen.
#1 Private Dorm Room- It is imperative to obtain this most crucial item and how to do it.
#2 Student Disability Services- They will arrange (or provide verification) for you to receive necessary accommodations to perform well in your courses. You have to register and interview for Student Disability Services prior to starting college to qualify.
• Accommodations in College what is provided, how to obtain and receive accommodations.
#3 Low Credit Hours Each Semester- MONK did well with 12 hours each semester. Any more than that he would become overwhelmed and would not do well academically and mentally. It did take him longer to graduate, but he finally achieved this monumental goal.
#4 Student Planner/Agenda Book- Organizing a school planner is the best way to stay on top of your busy schedule. This handy tool can help you organize all of your assignments, tests, and exams, as well as all of your personal commitments and appointments.
What to include:
• Your Class Schedules and Breaks
College Visual Schedule- Having a chart or visual schedule displayed of what they are going to do and activities in advance can provide security and keep inappropriate behavior down to a minimum.
• Assignments and Due Dates
• Upcoming Exams and Study Sessions
• Teacher & Counselor Contact Information
• Personal Commitments and Appointments
#5 Tutoring- MONK found tutoring through Student Disability Services and other tutoring services on campus. This was extremely beneficial for him and helped him tremendously.
#6 Life Skills & Strategies- This needs to be done way before they leave for college. Most ASD kids are not ready to be on their own and there are a few things they should know how to do independently so they can survive college life.
• Life Skills Necessary for College
• Life Skills in College
• Strategies in College
• Daily Living On A College Campus
#7 The Do’s and Don’ts of Dorm Life- To avoid unnecessary pitfalls while living in a dorm
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