Our Services - Student Accessibility Services

Students We Serve

Student Accessibility Services works with students with documented disabilities. Our staff reviews medical documentation to determine eligibility for academic, housing, facilities, assistance animals, and dining accommodations.

There are many types of disabling conditions that may cause students to request accommodations. Examples of these conditions include:

Specific learning disabilities
Attention deficit disorders
Mental health conditions
Food and other environmental allergies
Conditions that impact mobility
Conditions that impact vision and hearing loss
Other long-term health conditions (i.e. diabetes, POTS, cancer, etc)

We also review documentation for temporary accommodations for medical conditions such as:

Broken bones
Surgeries with extended recovery times
Concussions

Most short-term illnesses are not accommodated through our office. Students with concerns about missing class due to illness should work directly with their instructors to make up missed work.

Other Resources

Academic Success Center

The Academic Success Center is an available resource to all Iowa State students. This office provides academic supports through academic coaching, supplemental instruction, tutoring, and writing consultations.

Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation

Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services (IVRS) assists individuals to prepare for, obtain, retain, and advance in employment. Visit the IVRS website for more information or ask about IVRS when meeting with an Accessibility Coordinator at Student Accessibility Services

Military Affiliated Student Center

Military affiliated students on campus can access a number of supports through the Military Affiliated Student Center (MASC) along with their accommodations through Student Accessibility Services. MASC provides academic supports, events, and other aid through their center. See more information on their website.

Medical Parking Permits

Medical parking permits can be obtained through the ISU Parking division office. SAS does not review for or approve applications for medical parking permits on campus.

Student Assistance

When you are unsure where to go for help or when the unexpected occurs in your life, the staff in Student Assistance is available to provide support and information about university resources. Go to the Student Assistance website for further information on their services.

Student Counseling Services

Student Counseling Services provides short-term individual and group counseling services to Iowa State students.

If you are in crisis, the following resources are available to you:

Disaster Distress Helpline 24/7 crisis counseling and support – 1-800-985-5990 and https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
Call or go online to utilize 24-hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline services
- 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Text the 24-hour Crisis Text line
- Text ISU to 741741

Call or visit the Iowa State Student Counseling Services Monday – Friday from 8 am – 5 pm
- 515-294-5056
- 3rd Floor, Student Services Building
Go to the Emergency Room
- Mary Greeley Medical Center
  1111 Duff Ave.
  Ames, IA 50010
Call the Iowa State University Police Department
- 515-294-4428
Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org, or text the Crisis Text Line (text HELLO to 741741)

Thielen Student Health Center

Thielen Student Health Center provides on campus services for students such as illness and injury care, mental health supports, physical therapy, and more. Check out the Thielen website for more information on their services.