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Aurora University-Pathways for Students with Autism
aurora.edu/pathways/index.html

Program Information:
Collegiate Program & Pre-College Programs for individuals with Autism seeking a college degree.

Supplemental Resources:
Collegiate Program
​Pre-College Program

Contact Information: 
347 Gladstone Ave.
Aurora, IL 60506-4892
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College of DuPage- Access & Accommodations
www.cod.edu/student_life/resources/access_accommodations/index.aspx

Program Information: register to receive accommodations. 
​Supplemental Resources:
Submit request for accommodations
​Autismerica
​COD Informational Video-20min.
​COD Informational Video-57 min
Contact Information:
[email protected]
​630.942.3000
Student Services Center (SSC)
​Room 3249
425 Fawell Blvd.
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

College of DuPage-Continuing Education, Developmental Education 
Developmental Education                COACH (Career OpportunityACHievement) Program

Program Information: ​developmental level, non-credit courses to develop life and vocational skills.
​Supplemental Resources:
COACH Program Brochure
​Developmental Education Programs
Contact Information:
Tracy Kline
[email protected]
​630.942.3779
Student Resource Center (SRC)
​Room 1110
425 Fawell Blvd.
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

DONKA, Inc
​donkainc.org/

Program Information: provides computer training and job readiness services to persons with physical, visual, and limited learning disabilities.
​Supplemental Resources:
Marketing Flyer
Services Flyer
Contact Information:
Samantha Moore, Program Manager
[email protected]
630.665.8169
400 N. County Farm Road
​Wheaton, IL 60187

Elmhurst Learning & Success Academy-ELSA @ Elmhurst University
www.elmhurst.edu/admission/elsa/admission-requirements/

Program Information: ELSA is a four year college experience program for young adults between the age of 18 and 28 to have college experience. The curriculum includes coursework in academics, independent living, social & recreation and career exploration pursued all while living on campus and taking a full part of campus life at Elmhurst University.​
​Supplemental Resources:
ELSA Program Brochure


Contact Information:
Tim Ahlberg
[email protected]
​[email protected]
630.617.3752
190 S. Prospect Avenue
Elmhurst, IL 60126

Hesed Transition Program -Concordia University Wisconsin
www.cuw.edu/admissions/hesed-admissions/index.html

Program Information: CUW’s Hesed postsecondary transition program reflects a genuine desire to put God’s love into action through uplifting and empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they navigate the challenges of transitioning into adulthood.
Supplemental Resources:
Please visit the website for more information.
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Erik Halling
[email protected]
262.243.5700
12800 N. Lake Shore Drive
Mequon, WI 53097

Illinois Center for Rehabilitation & Education (ICRE-R)
icre-roosevelt.org/

 Program Information: residential/transition Pre-Employment program for students with a disability, orthopedic impairment, and/or health impairment & is part of the Division of Rehabilitation Services
​Supplemental Resources:
Application & Program Information
​ICRE Video Presentation
Contact Information:
Ronald F. Rispoli, MS, CTRS
[email protected]
312.433.3124
1950 Roosevelt Road
​Chicago, IL 60608

Judson University-RISE Program
​www.judsonu.edu/RISE/

Program Information: Road to Independent Living, Spiritual Formation & Employment-18-25 year old individuals with intellectual disabilities who want the college life experience in a Christian Community. 
​Supplemental Resources:
Campus Tour
RISE Internship Flyer
​RISE Overview
RISE Student Advisor
RISE Student Skills

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Contact Information:
Alyssa Mitchell, LSW
RISE Program Assistant Director
[email protected]
847.628.8535
1151 N. State Street
​Elgin, IL 60123

Minnesota Independence College & Community
www.miccommunity.org/

Program Information: nonprofit vocational & life skills training program for young adults with learning differences & autism spectrum disorders.
​Supplemental Resources:
About MICC 
2024 Summer Program Website
Contact Information:
[email protected]
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[email protected] 
612.869.4008
7501 Logan Ave S., Ste 2A
​Richfield, MN 55423

P.A.C.E. @ National Louis University
nl.edu/pace/

Program Information: three year, post-secondary certificate program designed to meet transition needs for young adults with multiple intellectual, learning & developmental disabilities.
​Supplemental Resources:
Program Flyer

Contact Information:
Elizabeth Potter
[email protected] OR [email protected]
312.261.3245
122 S. Michigan Avenue
​Chicago, IL 60603

Shepherds College
www.shepherdscollege.edu/

Program Information: three year, post-secondary school for students with intellectual disabilities.
​Supplemental Resources:
Shepherds College Campus Tour
Shepherds College Facebook Page
Program Description
Shepherds College Brochure p.1
Shepherds College Brochure p.2


Contact Information:
Tiffany Stearns, Admissions 
[email protected]
262.878.6359

1805 15th Avenue
​Union Grove, Wisconsin, 53182-1597

Turning Pointe Autism Foundation
turningpointeautismfoundation.org/adult-services/

Program Information: employment skill development in a supportive environment focusing on three areas: independent living, social communication & employability skills.

Recreation and Day Services: CREW stands for Community, Recreation, Engagement, and Well-Being. This is a program for young adults with autism who are looking to build connections with others and explore new recreation and leisure activities. ​


 ​Supplemental Resources:
Adult Social Group
​Employment & Training Program (ETP) Description
​ETP Website
The Crew
​Turning Pointe Resource Page
Contact Information:
Mary Butler, CCLS, CFLE, Family Specialist 
[email protected]
630.615.6036
1500 W. Ogden Avenue
Naperville, IL 60540

University of Iowa-REACH Program
education.uiowa.edu/services/reach

Program Information: Realizing Education and Career Hopes is a comprehensive transition program for students 18-25 with intellectual, cognitive and learning disabilities creating an integrated college experience.
Supplemental Resources:
UI REACH Presentation
Contact Information:
Michael Petkewec, Senior Program Specialist-Recruitment
[email protected]
319.384.2127
240 S. Madison & S229 Lindquist Center
Iowa City, IA 52242

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater-LIFE (Learning is For Everyone) Program 
www.uww.edu/coeps/departments/life-program

Program Information: 
College experience program for
​young adults between the ages of
18-25 who have an intellectual disbility.
Supplemental Resources:
Please check out the website for more information.
Contact Information: 
UW-W LIFE Program
Winther Hall 1002A
800 W. Main St.
Whitewater, WI, 53190
262.472.1905
Email: [email protected]
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