Colleges with good support for a mild Aspie girl?

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Hi! I'm an Aspie girl and a Junior in highschool.

I'm a bit odd to people, but I'm good enough socially that few actually think "autistic". But I have problems with memory, organization, and transitioning from task to task. I also have poor motor skills.

I want to go to a good college where I can start on my science career path. Psychology, biophysics, or neuroscience is what I'm considering. I also am interested in genetics and virology.

Does anyone know of any good colleges for support in my issues? Thanks!

Do you have a preference for in-state versus out of state? What kind of accommodations specifically are you looking for? I went to Colorado State University, and they have a great psychology program (which I graduated from). I was diagnosed by one of their doctoral students, and currently see a therapist-in-training there every week.

As far as accommodations, I had no trouble getting double time for my exams in a private room (this included my finals). I don't know whether or not a personal aide to help with transitions is possible, if you need something like that. If not, your academic advisor, or the person who sets up your accommodations at Resources for Disabled Students (RDS) should be able to help you come up with a list or schedule to help you transition and stay organised with your assignments. I'm afraid I can't really speak for any other universities, since I only went to CSU and Front Range community college, the latter of which was before my diagnosis, so I never recevied accommodations there.

Kraftie is right though; an official diagnosis is a must to receive accommodations. I can't tell from your profile whether you have one or not.

Many colleges allow accommodations. You'd have to have an official diagnosis, though, usually. Sometimes, you could speak to a sympathetic professor, who would "unofficially" give you the accommodations.

I am officially diagnosed with Asperger's, though six years ago. My psychiatrist concurs. I think I might have ADD or ADHD as well, though.

Currently, I get private test rooms and time and a half. We might get time and a half on assignments in high school, because my ability to keep up with the organization is limited.

I live in New York, and I'd prefer out-of-state, but my main concern is a school with a good biology/psychology program.

I'm from Queens myself.

Most colleges allow accommodations, but you need an official diagnosis.

Given that, you should have little trouble getting reasonable accommodations regardless of the school you end up attending. It's a matter of federal law that accommodations in the school and work place be available for those who qualify and who need them, and you appear to meet both criteria.

As for the programs, have you spoken to your guidance counsellor about schools? He/she might have some good suggestions for you. You can also attend college fairs and get a feel for all the different schools and what they offer.

I know you said you would prefer out-of-state from New York, but Syracuse University is great. My mother majored in Psychology and went to William and Mary in Virginia, which is kind of near D.C. and really loved it. I don't know too much about the accommodations offered by either school, but I'm guessing you could inquire with them by phone, letter, or email (whichever is best for you ) Good luck!