Learning Disabilities Documentation Guidelines
UC Merced is committed to ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities. An integral component in the implementation of the university's commitment is the coordination of academic accommodations and support services through the Disability Services Center (DSC).
Eligibility
Students requesting accommodations must first establish eligibility be providing documentation of an impairment(s) that substantially limits a major life activity. The university reserves the right to request supplemental information to verify a student's current functional limitations. Documentation must meet the following criteria:
Current
Diagnostic testing must reflect current abilities and achievements
Comprehensive
The report must include the following:
- Relevant information regarding the student's medical, educational and learning history and current concerns
- Assessment of aptitude, academic achievement and information processing, including all test scores from appropriate standardized testing instruments
- A clear statement of the existence of an impairment
- A summary statement indicating the current functional limitations and their extent. The university reserves the right to request supplemental information to verify the existence of an impairment and current functional limitations.
The report must be signed by an educational psychologist, clinical psychologist or other qualified diagnosing professional.
Forms
UC Merced Disability Services Center
Physical Location: 5200 Lake Road, Kolligian Library, West Wing, Suite 109
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2039, Suite 109 - Merced, CA 95344
Phone: 209.228.6996 - Fax: 209.228.4542 - TTY: 209.228.TTY0 (8890)
Email: disabilityservices@ucmerced.edu