Admissions Requirements

• Completed high school and no longer receiving support from the public education system.
• Documented disability diagnosis of intellectual disability.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate reliably with staff, faculty, and mentors.
• If living in the dorm, demonstrate an ability to live independently and take care of daily functioning and basic support needs (e.g., toileting, hygiene, feeding, etc.)
• Express desire and motivation to complete a postsecondary education program.
• Express desire and motivation to work 10 hours per week at a campus job.
• Express desire to attain a job in an inclusive employment setting upon completing the program.
• Demonstrate active participation throughout the application and interview process.
• Demonstrate sufficient emotional and independent stability to participate in all aspects of the Blackburn and Beyond coursework and campus environment.
• Have proof of health insurance.
• Must be able to independently self-administer and manage medication and specialized dietary needs.
• Demonstrate the ability to navigate campus safely.

Required Materials for Application

• Completed Blackburn and Beyond application.
• Letter of reference and completed reference forms.
• Interview (In-person or Virtual).
• Most recent transcript.
• Two most recent IEP’s.
• Psychological evaluation completed within adolescence.