Steps to Request Accommodation Letters

At the beginning of each semester, you are responsible to notify instructors of your approved accommodations by sending an Accommodation Letter.

1. Review your syllabi at the beginning of the semester. Look at the requirements of each of your classes and consider your disability-related needs. Some accommodations may not be necessary for every course.
2. Log in to the DRO Student Portal and click “Send Accommodation Letters.” This will notify your instructors of your approved accommodations. Remember, accommodations are not retroactive and may take time to be implemented, so be sure to send your letters as early in the semester as possible.
3. You should communicate with your instructor to discuss how accommodations will be implemented in each course. See below for an example template email.
4. Follow applicable procedures for accommodations that may need additional steps for implementation, such as class notes (must be eligible for these accommodations)
5. If your instructor needs you to take proctored exams, schedule your appointments as soon as possible.
6. Keep in touch. Communicate with your instructors throughout the semester. If you have any questions, concerns or run into any issues in this process, contact the DRO immediately.

Example email to instructor:

Subject:   Accommodations for [Student Name]

Body Text:

Professor [Name],

I just sent my accommodation letter for your [course- MA 141-001, for example] class and want to discuss my accommodations with you.  How do you wish to have that conversation?

Thank you,

[Student Name]