Welcome, Prospective Ñý¼§Ö±²¥!
We are excited that you are considering the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥. We understand that selecting a college with appropriate support services is crucial for you. Contact us! We are happy to answer your questions about reasonable accommodations and how our support benefits your academic journey at UM.
Get in touch with ODE
Our ODE team member can meet you by phone, via Zoom, or in person. To book an appointment, please contact us by phone at 406-243-2243 or by email ode@umontana.edu.
We can also meet you during your campus visit when a staff is available. Please indicate your interest when booking your campus visit through .
Helpful information
Eligibility
Do you wonder if you qualify for accommodations at the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥? Check out a list of disabilities or conditions typically identified by Ñý¼§Ö±²¥.
How to connect with ODE
Learn how to connect with ODE to request reasonable accommodations at the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥.
Documentation guidelines
What type of disability documentation do I need to request accommodations at UM? We have some guidelines for you.
Common accommodations
Explore common reasonable accommodations at UM.
Big Shift: Changes in Accommodations from high school to college
The transition from high school to college presents a big shift, unique challenges, and opportunities. The table below explains the differences in rights and responsibilities related to accommodations.
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High School |
University |
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Self-disclosure |
School conducts assessments to identify and evaluate Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ with disabilities. School notifies instructors who the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ with disabilities are. |
Students self-identify to ODE to receive accommodations. Students provide documentation of their disability to ODE. After Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ register with ODE, Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ notify their accommodation requests to faculty. |
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Determine accommodations |
Parents, school district, advocates, Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ |
Students and Access Consultant |
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Use of accommodations |
School often initiates accommodations and services for Ñý¼§Ö±²¥. |
Students initiate requests for accommodations. Students have a right to refuse to request or use accommodations. |
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Academic expectations |
School may modify academic standards for Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ with disabilities. Examples include less homework or changes in test formats. Parents and teachers may provide frequent reminders of deadlines. |
Students with disabilities are expected to meet or exceed academic standards with or without accommodations. Accommodations are designed to provide equal access and full participation in education. Students are expected to monitor their own progress, schedules, and deadlines. |