{"id":13847,"date":"2025-09-14T16:43:30","date_gmt":"2025-09-14T20:43:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/?page_id=13847"},"modified":"2026-02-22T02:37:01","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T07:37:01","slug":"started-former","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/started-former\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Started as a former URI student"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-hero-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-hero   cl-has-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-hero-proper\"><div class=\"overlay\"><div class=\"block\"><h1>Former URI Student<\/h1><\/div><\/div><div class=\"still\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Hats-Thats-a-Wrap-Nora-Lewis.jpeg);\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls-container\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-icon\" title=\"Accessibility controls\">Accessibility controls<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-motion-control cl-accessibility-control-hidden\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Pause motion\">Pause motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">On<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Play motion\">Play motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Off<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-contrast-control\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Increase text contrast\">Increase text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Standard<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Reset text contrast\">Reset text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">High<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-system-setting\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle\" title=\"Apply my preferences site-wide\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle-label\">Apply site-wide<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-hero-caption-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-hero-caption\">URI Photos\/Nora Lewis<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<p class=\"type-intro fullwidth\">At URI\u2019s Disability, Access, and Inclusion (DAI), we help students with disabilities, chronic health conditions, or accessibility needs to navigate college life, access reasonable accommodations, and plan for what comes next.  For former students, those who have graduated or left URI, DAI provides support in closing out services, obtaining disability records or accommodation verification letters, and learning about helpful resources beyond campus. Let us guide you through what you need to know now.<\/p>\n\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-promo-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-promo  type-intro micro\"><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/started-former\/\" class=\"cl-promo-micro-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-promo-micro-content\"><h1>How can we support you<\/h1><span class=\"cl-promo-micro-text-link\">today?<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" id=\"boards\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/started-former\/#copies\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/navyblue-slice.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><p><em>How do I get copies of my disability records or past accommodation letters?<\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Request copies of records<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/started-former\/#alumni\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/navyblue-slice.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><p><em>What happens to my DAI support after graduation or withdrawal?<\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">what&#8217;s next?<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/started-former\/#verify\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/navyblue-slice.jpg\" srcset=\"\" alt=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><p><em>How do I request documentation for graduate school or professional exams?<\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Request an Accommodation Verification Letter<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" id=\"copies\" \/>\n\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout  \"><h1>Request Copies of Records<\/h1>\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\">Even after leaving URI, you may need official documentation of the accommodations you received while enrolled. This can be important for graduate school applications, professional licensing exams, or workplace accommodations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What you can do:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list fullwidth\">\n<li>Email your request directly to <a href=\"mailto:dai@uri.edu\">dai@uri.edu<\/a>.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Include as much detail as possible (dates of enrollment, type of documentation needed).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be aware that records are retained for seven years. The sooner you request them, the better.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allow time for processing. It may take several business days to prepare.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> <em>Keep a personal copy of your accommodation letters once received. This can save time for future requests.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" id=\"alumni\" \/>\n\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout  \"><h1>What&#8217;s next?<\/h1>\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\">DAI services are only available while you are actively enrolled at URI. Once you graduate, withdraw, or otherwise separate from the university, active accommodations (like testing support, housing adjustments, or assistive technology) end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What you should know:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list fullwidth\">\n<li>Your accommodation records remain on file for seven years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"fullwidth\">You can still request verification letters or documentation about the accommodations you received.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After separation, you are responsible for arranging accommodations in new settings, such as graduate programs or the workplace.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> <em>Plan ahead. If you anticipate needing verification letters or documentation, request them <strong>as soon as possible after graduation<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left fullwidth\">Once you\u2019ve left URI, there are still resources to help you succeed academically and professionally:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ors.ri.gov\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/ors.ri.gov\/\">Rhode Island Office of Rehabilitation Services<\/a><\/strong> provides vocational and career support for individuals with disabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/eeoc-disability-related-resources\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/eeoc-disability-related-resources\">ADA &amp; EEOC resources<\/a><\/strong> offer guidance for requesting accommodations in the workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alumni.uri.edu\/alumni-central\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.alumni.uri.edu\/alumni-central\/\"><strong>URI Alumni Services<\/strong><\/a> allows former students to connect with alumni networking, professional development, and campus resources for graduates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/career\/alumni-career-resources\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/career\/alumni-career-resources\/\">URI Alumni Career Services<\/a><\/strong> is a hub for Career counseling, job search resources, and networking opportunities available to alumni.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left fullwidth\"><strong>National disability advocacy organizations<\/strong> can offer guidance for professional exams, workplace support, or graduate school accommodations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cross-Disability &amp; General Advocacy:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=American+Association+of+People+with+Disabilities+%28AAPD%29&amp;sca_esv=e39c5fa6bbfa4ff6&amp;ei=cjPHaLW7KKOqw8cPs6DL4Ak&amp;ved=2ahUKEwingqWbmdmPAxUplIkEHUDtL0sQgK4QegQIAxAB&amp;uact=5&amp;oq=National+disability+advocacy+organizations&amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiKk5hdGlvbmFsIGRpc2FiaWxpdHkgYWR2b2NhY3kgb3JnYW5pemF0aW9uczILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGBYYHjIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI5gVQAFgAcAB4AZABAJgBbqABbqoBAzAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAvgBAZgCAaACdJgDAOIDBRIBMSBAkgcDMC4xoAeAB7IHAzAuMbgHdMIHAzItMcgHBQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp&amp;zx=1757885343475&amp;no_sw_cr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfA4Y9FtW4d3xB77WUUjeW-xzofKu9nRaZ3pjs9nytQ29zJ00DinmReYZqo6AhyfMxN2QuJFlKMLQ2eP6cBfCwJbb_BUyaGCYd7KDzTjOyF6e14A6NkQ-F7LySeubwreeAbYC3edUb5mnqADCQDOWoh7BtTH4ymYgg-xTUMMhKE6A0Ob0eQKF7Ffkx3U9bFtpuTKQ4uuvPE1m8dK8wUBhM7kXw&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD)<\/a>:<\/strong> Works to increase the political and economic power of people with disabilities and advocates for our civil rights.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=National+Disability+Rights+Network+%28NDRN%29&amp;sca_esv=e39c5fa6bbfa4ff6&amp;ei=cjPHaLW7KKOqw8cPs6DL4Ak&amp;ved=2ahUKEwingqWbmdmPAxUplIkEHUDtL0sQgK4QegQIAxAE&amp;uact=5&amp;oq=National+disability+advocacy+organizations&amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiKk5hdGlvbmFsIGRpc2FiaWxpdHkgYWR2b2NhY3kgb3JnYW5pemF0aW9uczILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGBYYHjIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI5gVQAFgAcAB4AZABAJgBbqABbqoBAzAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAvgBAZgCAaACdJgDAOIDBRIBMSBAkgcDMC4xoAeAB7IHAzAuMbgHdMIHAzItMcgHBQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp&amp;zx=1757885343475&amp;no_sw_cr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfA4Y9FtW4d3xB77WUUjeW-xzofKu9nRaZ3pjs9nytQ29zJ00DinmReYZqo6AhyfMxN2QuJFlKMLQ2eP6cBfCwJbb_BUyaGCYd7KDzTjOyF6e14A6NkQ-F7LySeubwreeAbYC3edUb5mnqADCQDOWoh7BtTH4ymYgg-xTUMMhKE6A0Ob0eQKF7Ffkx3U9bFtpuTKQ4uuvPE1m8dK8wUBhM7kXw&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)<\/a>:<\/strong> A membership organization for the Protection and Advocacy (P&amp;A) Systems, which are the largest providers of legally based advocacy services for people with disabilities in the U.S.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=National+Council+on+Disability+%28NCD%29&amp;sca_esv=e39c5fa6bbfa4ff6&amp;ei=cjPHaLW7KKOqw8cPs6DL4Ak&amp;ved=2ahUKEwingqWbmdmPAxUplIkEHUDtL0sQgK4QegQIAxAH&amp;uact=5&amp;oq=National+disability+advocacy+organizations&amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiKk5hdGlvbmFsIGRpc2FiaWxpdHkgYWR2b2NhY3kgb3JnYW5pemF0aW9uczILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGBYYHjIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI5gVQAFgAcAB4AZABAJgBbqABbqoBAzAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAvgBAZgCAaACdJgDAOIDBRIBMSBAkgcDMC4xoAeAB7IHAzAuMbgHdMIHAzItMcgHBQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp&amp;zx=1757885343475&amp;no_sw_cr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfA4Y9FtW4d3xB77WUUjeW-xzofKu9nRaZ3pjs9nytQ29zJ00DinmReYZqo6AhyfMxN2QuJFlKMLQ2eP6cBfCwJbb_BUyaGCYd7KDzTjOyF6e14A6NkQ-F7LySeubwreeAbYC3edUb5mnqADCQDOWoh7BtTH4ymYgg-xTUMMhKE6A0Ob0eQKF7Ffkx3U9bFtpuTKQ4uuvPE1m8dK8wUBhM7kXw&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Council on Disability (NCD)<\/a>: <\/strong>An independent federal agency that advises the President, Congress, and federal agencies on disability policy.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Disability-Specific Organizations:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=The+Arc&amp;sca_esv=e39c5fa6bbfa4ff6&amp;ei=cjPHaLW7KKOqw8cPs6DL4Ak&amp;ved=2ahUKEwingqWbmdmPAxUplIkEHUDtL0sQgK4QegQIBRAB&amp;uact=5&amp;oq=National+disability+advocacy+organizations&amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiKk5hdGlvbmFsIGRpc2FiaWxpdHkgYWR2b2NhY3kgb3JnYW5pemF0aW9uczILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGBYYHjIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI5gVQAFgAcAB4AZABAJgBbqABbqoBAzAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAvgBAZgCAaACdJgDAOIDBRIBMSBAkgcDMC4xoAeAB7IHAzAuMbgHdMIHAzItMcgHBQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp&amp;zx=1757885343475&amp;no_sw_cr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfA4Y9FtW4d3xB77WUUjeW-xzofKu9nRaZ3pjs9nytQ29zJ00DinmReYZqo6AhyfMxN2QuJFlKMLQ2eP6cBfCwJbb_BUyaGCYd7KDzTjOyF6e14A6NkQ-F7LySeubwreeAbYC3edUb5mnqADCQDOWoh7BtTH4ymYgg-xTUMMhKE6A0Ob0eQKF7Ffkx3U9bFtpuTKQ4uuvPE1m8dK8wUBhM7kXw&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Arc<\/a>:<\/strong> The largest national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=National+Association+of+the+Deaf+%28NAD%29&amp;sca_esv=e39c5fa6bbfa4ff6&amp;ei=cjPHaLW7KKOqw8cPs6DL4Ak&amp;ved=2ahUKEwingqWbmdmPAxUplIkEHUDtL0sQgK4QegQIBRAE&amp;uact=5&amp;oq=National+disability+advocacy+organizations&amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiKk5hdGlvbmFsIGRpc2FiaWxpdHkgYWR2b2NhY3kgb3JnYW5pemF0aW9uczILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGBYYHjIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI5gVQAFgAcAB4AZABAJgBbqABbqoBAzAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAvgBAZgCAaACdJgDAOIDBRIBMSBAkgcDMC4xoAeAB7IHAzAuMbgHdMIHAzItMcgHBQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp&amp;zx=1757885343475&amp;no_sw_cr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfA4Y9FtW4d3xB77WUUjeW-xzofKu9nRaZ3pjs9nytQ29zJ00DinmReYZqo6AhyfMxN2QuJFlKMLQ2eP6cBfCwJbb_BUyaGCYd7KDzTjOyF6e14A6NkQ-F7LySeubwreeAbYC3edUb5mnqADCQDOWoh7BtTH4ymYgg-xTUMMhKE6A0Ob0eQKF7Ffkx3U9bFtpuTKQ4uuvPE1m8dK8wUBhM7kXw&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Association of the Deaf (NAD)<\/a><\/strong> works to promote the rights and accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Autistic+Self+Advocacy+Network+%28ASAN%29&amp;sca_esv=e39c5fa6bbfa4ff6&amp;ei=cjPHaLW7KKOqw8cPs6DL4Ak&amp;ved=2ahUKEwingqWbmdmPAxUplIkEHUDtL0sQgK4QegQIBRAH&amp;uact=5&amp;oq=National+disability+advocacy+organizations&amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiKk5hdGlvbmFsIGRpc2FiaWxpdHkgYWR2b2NhY3kgb3JnYW5pemF0aW9uczILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGBYYHjIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI5gVQAFgAcAB4AZABAJgBbqABbqoBAzAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAvgBAZgCAaACdJgDAOIDBRIBMSBAkgcDMC4xoAeAB7IHAzAuMbgHdMIHAzItMcgHBQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp&amp;zx=1757885343475&amp;no_sw_cr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfA4Y9FtW4d3xB77WUUjeW-xzofKu9nRaZ3pjs9nytQ29zJ00DinmReYZqo6AhyfMxN2QuJFlKMLQ2eP6cBfCwJbb_BUyaGCYd7KDzTjOyF6e14A6NkQ-F7LySeubwreeAbYC3edUb5mnqADCQDOWoh7BtTH4ymYgg-xTUMMhKE6A0Ob0eQKF7Ffkx3U9bFtpuTKQ4uuvPE1m8dK8wUBhM7kXw&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)<\/a>:<\/strong> A disability-led organization advocating for the rights of autistic people.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Workplace &amp; Employment:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Disability%3AIN&amp;sca_esv=e39c5fa6bbfa4ff6&amp;ei=cjPHaLW7KKOqw8cPs6DL4Ak&amp;ved=2ahUKEwingqWbmdmPAxUplIkEHUDtL0sQgK4QegQIBxAB&amp;uact=5&amp;oq=National+disability+advocacy+organizations&amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiKk5hdGlvbmFsIGRpc2FiaWxpdHkgYWR2b2NhY3kgb3JnYW5pemF0aW9uczILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGBYYHjIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI5gVQAFgAcAB4AZABAJgBbqABbqoBAzAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAvgBAZgCAaACdJgDAOIDBRIBMSBAkgcDMC4xoAeAB7IHAzAuMbgHdMIHAzItMcgHBQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp&amp;zx=1757885343475&amp;no_sw_cr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfA4Y9FtW4d3xB77WUUjeW-xzofKu9nRaZ3pjs9nytQ29zJ00DinmReYZqo6AhyfMxN2QuJFlKMLQ2eP6cBfCwJbb_BUyaGCYd7KDzTjOyF6e14A6NkQ-F7LySeubwreeAbYC3edUb5mnqADCQDOWoh7BtTH4ymYgg-xTUMMhKE6A0Ob0eQKF7Ffkx3U9bFtpuTKQ4uuvPE1m8dK8wUBhM7kXw&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disability:IN<\/a>:<\/strong> A national organization that helps businesses advance disability inclusion in the workplace.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Job+Accommodation+Network+%28JAN%29&amp;sca_esv=e39c5fa6bbfa4ff6&amp;ei=cjPHaLW7KKOqw8cPs6DL4Ak&amp;ved=2ahUKEwingqWbmdmPAxUplIkEHUDtL0sQgK4QegQIBxAE&amp;uact=5&amp;oq=National+disability+advocacy+organizations&amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiKk5hdGlvbmFsIGRpc2FiaWxpdHkgYWR2b2NhY3kgb3JnYW5pemF0aW9uczILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGBYYHjIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI5gVQAFgAcAB4AZABAJgBbqABbqoBAzAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAvgBAZgCAaACdJgDAOIDBRIBMSBAkgcDMC4xoAeAB7IHAzAuMbgHdMIHAzItMcgHBQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp&amp;zx=1757885343475&amp;no_sw_cr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfA4Y9FtW4d3xB77WUUjeW-xzofKu9nRaZ3pjs9nytQ29zJ00DinmReYZqo6AhyfMxN2QuJFlKMLQ2eP6cBfCwJbb_BUyaGCYd7KDzTjOyF6e14A6NkQ-F7LySeubwreeAbYC3edUb5mnqADCQDOWoh7BtTH4ymYgg-xTUMMhKE6A0Ob0eQKF7Ffkx3U9bFtpuTKQ4uuvPE1m8dK8wUBhM7kXw&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Job Accommodation Network (JAN)<\/a>:<\/strong> A free resource that provides information and support for workplace accommodations.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Support &amp; Policy:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Council+of+Parent+Attorneys+and+Advocates+%28COPAA%29&amp;sca_esv=e39c5fa6bbfa4ff6&amp;ei=cjPHaLW7KKOqw8cPs6DL4Ak&amp;ved=2ahUKEwingqWbmdmPAxUplIkEHUDtL0sQgK4QegQIChAH&amp;uact=5&amp;oq=National+disability+advocacy+organizations&amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiKk5hdGlvbmFsIGRpc2FiaWxpdHkgYWR2b2NhY3kgb3JnYW5pemF0aW9uczILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGBYYHjIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI5gVQAFgAcAB4AZABAJgBbqABbqoBAzAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAvgBAZgCAaACdJgDAOIDBRIBMSBAkgcDMC4xoAeAB7IHAzAuMbgHdMIHAzItMcgHBQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp&amp;zx=1757885343475&amp;no_sw_cr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfA4Y9FtW4d3xB77WUUjeW-xzofKu9nRaZ3pjs9nytQ29zJ00DinmReYZqo6AhyfMxN2QuJFlKMLQ2eP6cBfCwJbb_BUyaGCYd7KDzTjOyF6e14A6NkQ-F7LySeubwreeAbYC3edUb5mnqADCQDOWoh7BtTH4ymYgg-xTUMMhKE6A0Ob0eQKF7Ffkx3U9bFtpuTKQ4uuvPE1m8dK8wUBhM7kXw&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA)<\/a>:<\/strong> A national organization that supports parents and attorneys in advocating for the rights of students with disabilities in the education system.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Family+Voices&amp;sca_esv=e39c5fa6bbfa4ff6&amp;ei=cjPHaLW7KKOqw8cPs6DL4Ak&amp;ved=2ahUKEwingqWbmdmPAxUplIkEHUDtL0sQgK4QegQIChAB&amp;uact=5&amp;oq=National+disability+advocacy+organizations&amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiKk5hdGlvbmFsIGRpc2FiaWxpdHkgYWR2b2NhY3kgb3JnYW5pemF0aW9uczILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGBYYHjIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI5gVQAFgAcAB4AZABAJgBbqABbqoBAzAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAvgBAZgCAaACdJgDAOIDBRIBMSBAkgcDMC4xoAeAB7IHAzAuMbgHdMIHAzItMcgHBQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp&amp;zx=1757885343475&amp;no_sw_cr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfA4Y9FtW4d3xB77WUUjeW-xzofKu9nRaZ3pjs9nytQ29zJ00DinmReYZqo6AhyfMxN2QuJFlKMLQ2eP6cBfCwJbb_BUyaGCYd7KDzTjOyF6e14A6NkQ-F7LySeubwreeAbYC3edUb5mnqADCQDOWoh7BtTH4ymYgg-xTUMMhKE6A0Ob0eQKF7Ffkx3U9bFtpuTKQ4uuvPE1m8dK8wUBhM7kXw&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Family Voices<\/a>:<\/strong> A national partnership of family-led organizations and coalitions that support families of children with disabilities and complex health needs.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Consortium+for+Citizens+with+Disabilities+%28CCD%29&amp;sca_esv=e39c5fa6bbfa4ff6&amp;ei=cjPHaLW7KKOqw8cPs6DL4Ak&amp;ved=2ahUKEwingqWbmdmPAxUplIkEHUDtL0sQgK4QegQIChAE&amp;uact=5&amp;oq=National+disability+advocacy+organizations&amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiKk5hdGlvbmFsIGRpc2FiaWxpdHkgYWR2b2NhY3kgb3JnYW5pemF0aW9uczILEAAYgAQYkQIYigUyBhAAGBYYHjIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFMgsQABiABBiGAxiKBTILEAAYgAQYhgMYigUyCBAAGIAEGKIEMggQABiABBiiBDIIEAAYgAQYogRI5gVQAFgAcAB4AZABAJgBbqABbqoBAzAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAvgBAZgCAaACdJgDAOIDBRIBMSBAkgcDMC4xoAeAB7IHAzAuMbgHdMIHAzItMcgHBQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp&amp;zx=1757885343475&amp;no_sw_cr=1&amp;mstk=AUtExfA4Y9FtW4d3xB77WUUjeW-xzofKu9nRaZ3pjs9nytQ29zJ00DinmReYZqo6AhyfMxN2QuJFlKMLQ2eP6cBfCwJbb_BUyaGCYd7KDzTjOyF6e14A6NkQ-F7LySeubwreeAbYC3edUb5mnqADCQDOWoh7BtTH4ymYgg-xTUMMhKE6A0Ob0eQKF7Ffkx3U9bFtpuTKQ4uuvPE1m8dK8wUBhM7kXw&amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD)<\/a>:<\/strong> A coalition of disability advocacy organizations that works to promote full inclusion and participation for people with disabilities.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" id=\"verify\" \/>\n\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-boxout-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-boxout  fullwidth\"><h1>Request an Accommodation Verfication Letter<\/h1>\n\n<p>If you\u2019re applying for accommodations on exams like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/gre\/test-takers\/general-test\/register\/disability-accommodations.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ets.org\/gre\/test-takers\/general-test\/register\/disability-accommodations.html\">GRE<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.americanbar.org\/groups\/diversity\/disabilityrights\/resources\/lsat_accom\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.americanbar.org\/groups\/diversity\/disabilityrights\/resources\/lsat_accom\/\">LSAT<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/mcat-exam-accommodations\/take-mcat-exam-accommodations\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/students-residents.aamc.org\/mcat-exam-accommodations\/take-mcat-exam-accommodations\">MCAT<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/praxis.ets.org\/test-takers\/disability-accommodations.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/praxis.ets.org\/test-takers\/disability-accommodations.html\">Praxis<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/nabp.pharmacy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ADA-Accommodation-Request-Form.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/nabp.pharmacy\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ADA-Accommodation-Request-Form.pdf\">NAPLEX<\/a>, or a licensure board exam, DAI can provide a summary of the accommodations you received while at URI to support your request. Be sure to check for <em>state-specific requirements<\/em> for the board where you are seeking licensure in advance. Some states may require additional documentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Email DAI or book an appointment with your DAI case manager.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Include your name while enrolled at URI, your student ID #, and the form to be completed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indicate any deadlines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The staff will:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Review the form and supporting documentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide an official accommodation verification letter, if needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em><strong>Note:<\/strong> DAI will only keep student&nbsp;documentation&nbsp;on&nbsp;file&nbsp;for seven (7) years.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At URI\u2019s Disability, Access, and Inclusion (DAI), we help students with disabilities, chronic health conditions, or accessibility needs to navigate college life, access reasonable accommodations, and plan for what comes next. 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