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Saint Mary's College - Services for Learning Disabled Students
Programs|Application Requirements|Student Services|Term and Staff Information
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 support for Learning Disabled students but there is not a specific program 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.
- 34 application(s) for Learning Disabled programs and services were received in 1995.
- 26 applicant(s) for Learning Disabled programs and services were offered admission in 1995.
- 11 applicant(s) who were offered admission enrolled for the 1995 year.
Application Requirements
- A personal interview is recommended.
- Untimed tests are accepted.
- GED certification is not accepted.
Learning Disabled Student Services
Learning Disabled students are tutored individually and in small groups.
Credit is not given for remedial courses taken.
Learning Disabled Term and Staff Information
- The Learning Disabled student program runs on a minimal term.
- A lighter course load is not given to Learning Disabled students.
- Additional time is not given to complete degree.
- No extra cost for Learning Disabled students.
- Jeannine Chavez-Parfitt, Director of Academic Support and Achievement Programs, is the key staff person available to work with Learning Disabled students.
- Contact Jeannine Chavez-Parfitt, Director of Academic Support and Achievement Programs, for more information on Learning Disabled programs at 510 631-4358.
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