SUCCESS: UMBC - Maryland Transitioning Youth
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SUCCESS: UMBC
Maryland’s First Four Year Postsecondary Education
Program for
Students with
Disabilities
Nationally
Over 250 programs available
In 41 states
2-year: 38%
4-year: 51%
Tech/Trade School: 12%
Residential Options 39%
Data
Youths with ID who participated in
postsecondary education were 26%
more likely to exit the VR program
with employment and they earned
a 73% higher weekly income.
Migliore, A. & Butterworth, J., 2008. Postsecondary Education and Employment Outcomes for
Youth with Intellectual Disabilities. DataNote Series, Data Note XXI. Boston, MA:
Institute for Community Inclusion.
Value of Postsecondary Experience for
Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities:
Enhanced employment outcomes
Opportunity to develop problem
solving skills and independence
Ability to access adult learning opportunities
and develop a desire for lifelong learning
Expanded social networks
Opportunity to connect learning to personal
desired outcomes
Socially valued roles and experience
Federal Efforts
The Higher Education Opportunity Act
Amendments 2008
Allows students with ID attending
Comprehensive Transition postsecondary
programs (CTP) to be eligible for:
Pell Grants
Supplemental Educational
Opportunity Grants
Federal Work-Study Programs
History in Maryland
Dual enrollment programs for18-21 to
attend community college while in high
school –NO 4 year post 21 program
Interest from parents in DC metro area
due to George Mason University LIFE
Summer 2011 MDOD approached UMBC
Shriver Center about a 4 year program
Criteria
Students must:
Be a full time resident of Maryland and have an intellectual disability
Have exited high school with a certificate, and be at least 21 and no older
then 24.
Be able to read at a 3rd grade level (minimum requirement)
Have knowledge of basic mathematics and the ability to use a calculator
Have knowledge of basic keyboarding skills and the ability to use a
computer
Exhibit conduct and behavior that are age appropriate
Have the ability to function independently for a sustained period of time
Have the ability to be successful in competitive employment situations
Have the desire and motivation to complete a postsecondary program
Have a willingness to complete all assignments with support
Additional Discussion
Designed for students who could not
otherwise access higher education.
Does not result in credits or a degree
Intended for students with Down
Syndrome and similar intellectual
disabilities
First and possible second year are defined
in terms of coursework but hope to allow
individuals to select and engage in exiting
classes in future years.
Funding
Original intent was that families would cover
all costs
Families had limited time to save
Plan is to get approval as a Comprehensive
Transition Plan to qualify for FAFSA
For current cohort, DDA is paying $8000
and DORS $2000 to cover the tuition and
fees.* review of DDA Guidance
Families are responsible for
transportation
Residential
Residential is an important component of the SUCCESS
Program
Residential component creates the unique opportunity for
independence to develop
Priority will be given to students whose families commit to
the residential component
Cost of residential component is anticipated to be $20,000
or more. See the Housing Options Fact sheet for details.
Not an upfront cost—payable over the course of the year
and does include live in residential support staff.
Families need to understand there is NO FUNDING FOR
RESIDENTIAL, nor will there be.
2012 Cohort
6 students from Montgomery, Prince
George’s, Howard, and Baltimore
Counties.
All commuters
9:45-4:00 pm Monday through Friday,
follows UMBC Academic Calendar
Curriculum includes: First Year Seminar,
Service Learning Project, On Campus
Internship, Independent Living course,
Health and Wellness, Personal Awareness
2013-2014
Applications will be available in February
2013
Students to be accepted on a rolling basis
Discuss with families now and encourage
families to save and explore options such
as 529 plans,
Residential component will be private pay.
Residential is critical in mastering
independent living skills
Long term
Cohort of 6-8 per year, each cohort
attends for 4 years and exits with
certificate
Total of 32 students at UMBC at any given
time
Ability to access Federal Financial Aid
On campus housing
Exploring potential career tracks,
individualization and integration into
existing courses of interest
FOR MORE
INFORMATION
INCLUDING COSTS,
CURRICULUM, AND FAQ’S
Shrivercenter.org/SUCCESS
Families with questions should contact:
Nan Brittingham:
[email protected]
For questions regarding DDA funding,
contact: Sequaya Tasker, Coordinator of
Children, TY and Aging Services, DDA,
410-767-8688
[email protected]
Jade Gingerich
Director of Employment Policy
MDOD
410-767-3660
[email protected]