Wentworth Institute of Technology - Services for Learning Disabled Students

About Learning Disabled Programs and Services

This school accepts Learning Disabled students according to the following definition:

According to the National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities, a learning disability is a "general term that refers to a heterogeneous group of disorders manifested by significant difficulties in the acquisition and use of listening, speaking, reading, writing, reasoning, or mathematical abilities." A learning disability is presumably due to central nervous system dysfunction, and is not primarily due to other handicapping conditions, environmental, or cultural influences. It is not a form of mental retardation, or an emotional disorder.

• There is no specific program or service available for Learning Disabled students.
• There is no limit to the number of Learning Disabled students.
• There is no limit to the percent of students allowed into the Learning Disabled program.
• 25 applicant(s) who were offered admission enrolled for the 1993 year.

• SAT I is required.
• Other: Submission of high school evaluation recommended.
• A personal interview is recommended.
• Untimed tests are accepted.
• GED certification is accepted.

• List of applicable services for Learning Disabled students:
  • Learning Center
• Credit is not given for remedial courses taken.

• A lighter course load is given to Learning Disabled students.
• Additional time is given to complete degree.
• No extra cost for Learning Disabled students.
• There are 1 full-time staff persons available to work with Learning Disabled students.
• Hal Conner, Director of Counseling, is the key staff person available to work with Learning Disabled students.
• Contact Hal Conner, Director of Counseling, for more information on Learning Disabled programs at 617 442-9010, extension 252.
• Other important information: No formal program or specific support services exist. Learning Center features peer and professional tutors available to all students.