Accommodation Request Process
Rhodes students who desire accommodations based on a diagnosed disability should complete the following steps in a timely manner. Students are encouraged to review guidance for the types of accommodations before beginning this process.
Incoming new students may request accommodations once they receive their Rhodes College email address and credentials. Current, returning students may request accommodations at any time but are encouraged to connect with the Office of Student Accessibility Services (SAS) as soon as they become aware of a need.
STEP 1: Submit an Accommodation Request Form
- Students with new requests should complete the Accommodation Request Form using their Rhodes email address and credentials.
- Students already registered with SAS who wish to modify existing accommodations should meet with SAS to discuss their request (Schedule with Melissa Butler).
STEP 2: Submit Documentation
- Students should ask their healthcare provider to complete the SAS Provider Verification Form. Note: The provider must (1) be a qualified professional who is licensed and properly credentialed to diagnose and treat the diagnosed condition, and (2) not be a relative or close family friend of the student.
- Students may also upload additional documentation during the application process (e.g., psychoeducational evaluation, high school/504 plan, etc.).
- If you are experiencing barriers getting evaluated for your disability or obtaining supporting documentation, please contact SAS@rhodes.edu.
STEP 3: Meet with SAS
We value a collaborative process as we work with students. Once you complete steps 1 and 2, we will email you to schedule an intake meeting and discuss your access needs.
SAS will attempt to provide a written response to accommodation requests within 14 business days from the receipt of all necessary information. Students seeking to connect with SAS for accommodations should plan accordingly. Accommodations are not provided retroactively.
Please contact SAS@rhodes.edu with questions about the request process.
Request for Reconsideration
If your accommodation request is denied, you are welcome to submit substantially new information to SAS for reconsideration. Please send your new documentation and request for reconsideration to SAS@rhodes.edu.
Appeal Process
If you wish to appeal an accommodation request denial, please send a message to Nicole Johnson, Vice President of Student Life at vpsl@rhodes.edu, within 10 business days of the denial. Included in the message should be a statement permitting SAS to release information related to your request to the Vice President of Student Life. The decision of the Vice President of Student Life will be considered final.