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Academic Accommodation FAQs |
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Q: How do I register with DASS to receive academic accommodations? A: Instruction on how to apply for academic accommodations can be found on our Apply for Academic Accommodations page. |
Q: What kind of documentation do I need to submit to be approved for A: You can learn what kind of documentation is needed when applying for academic accommodations through the Apply for Academic Accommodations page. |
Q: I have approved academic accommodations through DASS, how do I request my academic accommodations? A: You will need to login to the DASS Online Portal and request your accommodations for each class every semester. Watch our Tutorial on how to request your academic accommodations. |
Q: What if I have a request for a new accommodation? A: You will need to contact the DASS office to schedule an appointment with a DASS counselor to discuss your request for a new accommodation. If your new accommodation request is not supported by your existing documentation, the counselor may request additional documentation. |
Q: Can I request to use my approved accommodations at any point during the semester? A: Yes, approved accommodations can be requested at any point during the semester. However, we encourage students to place their accommodation requests prior to the start of the semester to ensure reasonable processing time to secure services. |
Housing Accommodation FAQs |
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Q: How do I apply to receive housing accommodations? A: Instruction on how to apply for housing accommodations can be found on our Apply for Housing Accommodations page. |
Q: What kind of documentation do I need to submit to be approved for |
Q: Is there a deadline for Applying for Housing Accommodations? A: Yes. You can find our Housing Accommodation Application deadlines on our Apply for Housing Accommodations page. |
Q: I have approved housing accommodations through DASS, when do I need to re-apply for housing accommodations? A: Returning housing students will need to submit a new application with updated supporting documentation every year by the deadline listed on the Apply for Housing Accommodations page. |
Miscellaneous FAQs |
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Q: Does DASS provide testing for students who may have a disability? A: No, DASS does not provide testing; however, we can provide resources to community agencies who conduct testing for various disabilities. If you are interested in learning about these resources, please contact the DASS office to schedule an informational appointment. |
Q: Does DASS provide accommodations for staff, faculty, or members of the public? A: No, DASS is here to ensure that the CSUCI educational experience is accessible for every student. Faculty and staff in need of disability accommodations will work together with their supervisor and Human Resources for all disability-related accommodations. Members of the public will work with the Title IX Office for all disability-related accommodations. |
Q: Can my DASS Counselor help me select what classes I will need? A: DASS Counselors will not be able to help choose what courses you will need. Academic Advising can help you with this. Please visit the Academic Advising homepage to make an appointment. |
Q: Will my transcripts show that I received services or accommodations from DASS? A: No, your transcripts will not indicate that you were registered with DASS or received accommodations. If you receive or received academic accommodations through DASS and need to request copies of disability records or to authorize DASS to exchange information with a third party, you will need to fill out the Release of Information Form and email accommodations@csuci.edu. |
Q: Is my disability information confidential? A: Yes. DASS staff adheres to the highest principles of ethical behavior. Staff members strive to ensure the fair, objective and impartial treatment of all persons. DASS is committed to ensuring that all information regarding a student is confidentially maintained as required or permitted by law. Any information regarding a disability is considered confidential and will be shared with others within the University on a need-to-know basis only. Information contained in the confidential student files will be released only in the following circumstances:
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For information about your academic accommodations, please visit the About your Accommodations page.
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