Requirements for All Requests
When reviewing documentation for eligibility, our office looks for information that: | Our office does not accept the following as documentation: |
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Documentation Guidelines
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Academic Documentation Guidelines
Example documentation, general guidelines, and more.
Example documentation, general guidelines, and more.
Academic Documentation Guidelines
All academic accommodation requests require medical documentation submitted to the Student Accessibility Services office. Documentation must include the student's formal diagnosis and how they are functionally impacted by the diagnosis. The documentation must illustrate how the student's diagnosis rises to the level of a disability that medically necessitates accommodations.
For accommodation requests due to mental health diagnosis, please note that our office often requires relevant documentation from the last 6 months.
It is important to note that IEPs and 504 Plans do not directly transfer to college.
Accessibility coordinators can provide guidance on documentation needs during a welcome meeting.
Example Documentation
- IEP/504
- Psychological Evaluation
- Letter from a licensed medical provider (see guidelines below)
- Other previous medical records
Forms and Guidance
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Housing and Dining Documentation Guidelines
Documentation guidance and request forms
Documentation guidance and request forms
Housing and Dining Documentation Guidelines
Housing Requests Require:
- A contract must be submitted through the regular ISU housing process
- Submission of the Housing and Dining Request form
- Medical documentation following our housing documentation guidelines
- Please note that housing preferences do not guarantee placement within your preferences.
- If approved for a housing accommodation, SAS is not able to guarantee the student will be moved with their preferred roommate. Placement for students with housing accommodations is based on availability.
Dining Requests Require:
- Submission of the Housing and Dining Request form
- Medical documentation following our dining documentation guidelines
- Please note that if your condition can be self-managed, you may not be deemed eligible for access to the special diet kitchen. SAS is typically unable to approve formal dining accommodations for intolerances.
- If you have a dietary intolerance and would like support with utilizing the dining centers on campus, we encourage you to contact the ISU Registered Dietician for support.
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Assistance Animal Documentation Guidelines
Forms and resources for ESAs in housing
Forms and resources for ESAs in housing
Assistance Animal Documentation Guidelines
Requests for emotional support animals in housing require the following documentation to be submitted:
*Filled out with an Accessibility Coordinator
Please note that our office is not able to accept letters from medical providers in lieu of Appendix A.
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Temporary Accommodations
Documentation guidance and information
Documentation guidance and information
Temporary Accommodations
Temporary accommodations are available for students who experience injuries that impact their ability to fully participate in academic life for a short period. These accommodations are designed to support students with injuries such as a broken leg or arm, concussion, or similar conditions that may require temporary assistance.
It is important to note that temporary accommodations are not intended for short-term illnesses like the flu. If you encounter an emergency situation, such as hospitalization or a family emergency, and are unable to contact your instructors, please reach out to Student Assistance for support, as the SAS office may not be the best resource for these types of emergencies.
When applying for accommodations for a temporary injury, our office still requires documentation so our team can determine eligibility for accommodations. If you are requesting a letter from your provider, please encourage them to use the questions below to guide them in their writing:
- What is the student’s diagnosed injury or condition?
- When did the injury occur, and how was it sustained?
- How long is the injury expected to last?
- Is the student expected to recover fully, and if so, by when?
- How does the injury affect the student’s ability to participate in college activities (e.g., attending classes, completing assignments, navigating campus)?
- Are there specific activities or environments that exacerbate the injury or symptoms?
- Based on the injury, what accommodations are medically necessary to support the student’s participation in academic activities?
- Can you explain how each recommended accommodation addresses a specific functional limitation caused by the injury?
- How does the injury impact the student’s ability to complete daily living tasks or academic-related tasks (e.g., writing, carrying materials, using a computer, walking to class)?
- Are there any cognitive or emotional effects associated with the injury that affect the student’s academic performance?