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  1. Are there special accommodations for students with ADD taking the ACT ?
  2. I don't get any support services in high school, although I have been tested learning disabled. Should I declare my disabilities when I apply to college ?
  3. Where can I get information about accommodations for LD students taking the PSAT/SAT ?
  4. How can I find out what colleges have good learning disabilities programs ?
  5. What are the best colleges for students with ADD and are there scholarships available ?
  6. Is there a directory where I can find about services available to LD students who want to go to college ?
  7. Which colleges have the needs of LD students included in their programs ?
  8. Are there any programs to assist dyslexic students in preparing for the SAT ?
  9. I have a learning disability and have major problems getting into a mainstream college. I have been told by Landmark College that I am "too together". What do you suggest ?
  10. My son recently took the SAT I and did not do well (800 combined). In contrast, he did better on the PSAT (over 1,000) and is in honors courses. What should he do to improve his scores ?
  11. My grandson has been diagnosed as dyslexic. How can we verify this diagnosis? What type of educational programs are available for him ?
  12. I have LD, am in all honors courses and have all A's. However my SAT scores are not as good. I have taken the SAT twice, and scored 1040 & 1010. Can I apply to colleges without reporting my scores ?
  13. My 11 year old son has been recently diagnosed as LD in reading/writing. I realize it is too early to discuss post-high school education, but can you give us any insight into the type of accommodations we can expect from colleges ?
  14. How do I apply for extended time for the SAT or ACT tests ?
  15. I have a learning disability and receive extended test time. Will it affect my chances of receiving the National Merit Scholarship ?
  16. Are there any colleges in the New York City area that provide for LD students ?
  17. Which schools in Pennsylvania have programs for students with LD ?
  18. Are there residential schools for an LD student who is not quite ready for the transition to college? Vocational counseling would be ideal.
  19. My daughter has a math-related LD. Her grades in Algebra and Geometry have been C & D. Should she take Trigonometry in her senior year ?
  20. I am a student with Learning disabilities entering 10th grade. I cannot take college prep courses, but want to go to college. I need to pick high school courses that will be accepted by colleges. I need help !
  21. My daughter has ADD and is trying very hard to get into college. She is extremely bright but has great difficulties in the public school she attends. In the past 2 years she has succeeded in going from failing to high grades. However, her final GPA will be low and will not truly reflect her intellect. How can she apply to a good college ?
  22. Are public schools required to have a special program for dyslexia? And are there any guidelines that are mandated ?
  23. I have a learning disability. I went to a private school, took all the required courses and credits. However, I did not pass my High School Exit exam and received a Specialized Education Diploma. Now I am having difficulties in getting into college. Please help! ?
  24. My husband is interested in returning to school. He dropped out of ninth grade due to what we now understand to be a learning difficulty. He has recently been diagnosed as having ADD. He wants to take the GED but I have suggested he first be tested for LD so that he can identify what areas need special attention. I do not want to advise him incorrectly. I realize he needs to experience immediate small successes or he will become further discouraged and frustrated. What avenue shall we take ?
  25. Is there any way I can help my 9 year old LD son prepare for the IOWA test? I cannot find a copy of the test to review in advance.
  26. Please list colleges and universities in Ohio that have programs for LD students.
  27. I have ADD. What documentation do I need in order to receive extended time for the PSAT or SAT ?
  28. Our son is attending public school and has been diagnosed as LD since first grade. We feel he is not receiving the assistance he needs and are looking into enrolling him into the Hyde School, in Bath, Maine. How can we get the public school system to pay for the tuition ?
  29. Which colleges in Florida offer Learning Disability (LD) services, in contrast to comprehensive LD programs, as offered at Lynn University ?
  30. My son is having problems in public school and we are considering transferring him to a private boarding school where he can receive individualized attention. We are also considering having him repeat his 10th grade year at the private school. Would the repeat year be detrimental to his college application ?
  31. My daughter is visually impaired. She works very hard. She has been told by her teachers that she should not be collegebound. If she gets the Special Education Diploma (SPED) will she be able to get into any college? Please Help! ?
  32. I am a ADD student in public high school. I am interested in film production, architectural drawing and computer animation. There are no classes in these subjects in my school. My grades are in the B to C range. I do not know if I am college material, but I would very much like to pursue a career in one of these fields. Where do I go from here ?

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