Text 741741 when you are feeling depressed or suicidal. A crisis worker will text you back immediately and continue to text with you. It's free to ANYONE living in the U.S. and run by the Crisis Text Line. If you are in crisis, visit our list of crisis resources. Welcome to the only federally-funded
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Do you have an ABLE account? It's a relatively newer program for saving money. More people should sign up according to this story in DisabilityScoop. find out more about ABLE accounts.
Planning your college search and tours? Check out the resources at our Future College Students page. Find funding resources at Paying for College, too.
Students share their opinions on campus access and more in our latest Research Brief "Access and Participation in Higher Education: Perspectives of College Students with Disabilities"
Quick Facts on Students with Disabilities in College - Percent and Top 5 Types Reported
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