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Valparaiso University

Valparaiso University
Kretzmann Hall, 1700 Chapel Drive
Valparaiso, IN 46383

Official telephone: (219) 464-5000
Toll-free telephone: (888) GO-VALPO
Fax number: (219) 464-5381
Website: www.valpo.edu
Screen last updated on: January 2009
LEARNING DISABLED PROGRAM OFFICE
Learning disabled program contact: Sheryl DeMik,
Director, Disability Support Services
Contacting the office: 219 464-5456

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
According to the National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities, "learning disabilities" 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.
Institution accepts students according to the above definition: yes
Learning disabled program available: support services but no program
Total number of students in LD program: 24
Services available to LD students:
note-taking services, oral tests, readers, tutors, talking books, tape recorders, extended time for tests, Writing Center. Other services determined on case by case basis depending on need.
LD students are tutored: individually and in small groups
A lighter course load is allowed for LD students: no
Additional time to complete degree is allowed for LD students: no
There are additional costs for LD students: no

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS FOR LD STUDENTS
Number of LD applications received: 14
Number of applicants accepted: 13 (93%)
Number of accepted applicants who enrolled: 5 (38%)
Admission requirements for LD students are the same as those for other students: yes
Requirements for LD applicants: diagnostic test(s) are required, Child Study Team report (if student is classified)
An essay is required: yes
Untimed tests are accepted: yes
GED is accepted: yes