🔹 What support is available for students with disabilities 🔹 Can international students get academic accommodations at Acadia 🔹 Where do I go for help with accessibility needs 🔹 Does Acadia offer disability services for international students 🔹 Can the Wong Centre help me access accommodations

Acadia University’s Accessible Learning Services provides individualized support and accommodations for students with disabilities. International students have full access to these services, and the Wong International Centre helps guide them through the intake process and documentation requirements.

Yes — international students with disabilities can access the same support services as domestic students through Accessible Learning Services at Acadia. The Wong International Centre can help you navigate the process and ensure your accommodations are in place.

Here’s what’s available:

• 🧠 Academic accommodations – Adjustments like extra time on exams, note-taking support, and accessible formats

• 📝 Intake process – Submit documentation and meet with staff to create a personalized accommodation plan

• 🧭 Support with funding applications – Guidance on applying for provincial or national disability-related financial aid

• 🧑‍🏫 Faculty coordination – Staff help communicate your needs to instructors and ensure accommodations are respected

• 💬 Assistive technology and strategy coaching – Tools and workshops to support learning and organization

To begin, complete theAccessible Learning Services intake form and submit documentation. If you’re unsure where to start, the Wong Centre can walk you through the steps — just email international@acadiau.ca.

📘 Helpful Definitions:

• Accommodation: A change or support that allows students with disabilities to access learning equitably

• Accessible Learning Services: Acadia’s office that coordinates disability support and academic accommodations

• Intake process: The initial steps to register for services, including submitting documentation and meeting with staff

📎 Suggested Links (with plain text URLs):

• Accessible Learning Services at Acadia

• Intake Request Form

• ASU Support Hub

📝 Special Notes:

• You can begin the intake process even if you don’t yet have full documentation — staff will guide you through what’s needed

• Accommodations are confidential and tailored to your specific needs

• The Wong Centre can help you understand your rights and connect you with the right offices

• If you experience barriers or need advocacy, both Accessible Learning Services and the Wong Centre are here to support you