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LD and College Admissions
Question: Is it best to tell a state college or university that I have a learning disability? How would it affect my chances of getting in?
Answer: I honestly don't know how admissions officers see that, so I am not sure that I would bring it up except in an in-person interview or an essay. It shows that you are self-aware and willing to work to overcome obstacles. Many of the most successful people in business also had learning disabilities. Be ready to discuss other ways in which you have overcome hardships or difficulty so that the selection committee doesn't feel that you are relying solely on this as your proof of being well-rounded in overcoming adversity.
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Carol Carter is the author of many books on college and career planning. She is the cofounder of Lifeskills, Inc., a nonprofit organization that encourages high-school students to explore their goals, career options, and the real world through part-time work and internships. She also gives workshops around the country on career exploration and other issues directly related to helping students succeed in college, career, and life.
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