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DISABILITY SERVICES

Welcome! We are glad you are here.

Rocky Vista University recognizes disability as an integral part of diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable educational environment for students with disabilities.

Students who may qualify for accommodations include those who have received accommodations previously or who have been diagnosed with a condition impacting one or more major life activities. If you feel you meet these criteria or would like to discuss your eligibility for accommodations, you are encouraged to complete our registration form.

REQUESTING INITIAL ACCOMMODATIONS

If this is your first time requesting accommodations at Rocky Vista University, please follow the steps outlined below.

How to Get Connected with Disability Services:

Step 1: Complete the Initial Accommodation Request Form (iNet) and Submit

IMPORTANT: Please note that you should not delay meeting with us due to documentation concerns. Our first priority is meeting with you. The Disability Officer will discuss appropriate documentation during your Welcome Meeting.

Please review our Helpful Documentation Guidelines (PDF).
Documentation can be emailed directly to Disability Services at ADAaccommodations@rvu.edu

Step 2: Schedule an initial Welcome Meeting

After submitting your Initial Accommodation Request Form please schedule a Welcome Meeting with the Disability Officer.
Incoming Students without RVU Email - Please Schedule Welcome Meeting Here.

Current Students with RVU Email - Please Schedule Welcome Meeting Here.

Meetings can be held virtually for all students or in-person for students on the Utah campus.

Step 3: Welcome Meeting - What to Expect

The Welcome Meeting is the beginning of an interactive process in which the Disability Officer will talk with you about disability-related barriers you may be experiencing, any history of accommodations you may have, as well as possible accommodations that may be reasonable and appropriate in your situation. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions, provide information and otherwise engage with the Disability Officer to understand how accommodations work within a medical education setting and what to expect relative to next steps in the process of establishing your eligibility.

If you are currently receiving accommodations through Disability Services at RVU, please see dropdown Returning Students with Accommodations

RETURNING STUDENTS WITH ACCOMMODATIONS

Welcome Back! We're here to help you get up to speed.

Everything you need to know...

How do I renew my accommodations for upcoming academic year?

Returning students are required to complete the annual Accommodation Renewal Request form (iNet). Please be sure you are logged on to the iNet in order to complete this form.

How do I re-establish eligibility so that I can receive accommodations after a Leave of Absence?

If you have you have not attended RVU for one or more semesters, you will need to make an appointment with the Disability Officer to review your accommodations and make any adjustments as needed.

How can I make an appointment with the Disability Officer so I can review my current accommodations or request additional accommodations?

Please click here to schedule an appointment with the Disability Officer. Alternatively, you may call the office during business hours at (435) 222-1241.

I have a new diagnosis or a change in my health status. How do update my documentation with Disability Services?

We recommend that you schedule an appointment the Disability Officer to discuss any updates to your diagnosis or documentation. At that time, we can also talk about any changes in your functional limitations and explore any revisions to your accommodations that may be required.

How do I request accommodations for COMLEX and USMLE exams?

NBOME Test Accommodations

NBME | USMLE Test Accommodations

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)

What are the most common types of accommodations offered to medical students?

Extended time for testing

Reduce distraction testing

Others as needed on a case by case basis

When I should contact Disability Services to discuss my disability and request accommodations?

It's important to initiate the interactive process with Disability Services as soon as possible after committing to attend RVU in order to discuss your accommodation needs and determine your eligibility for specific services.

How do I renew my accommodations for upcoming academic year?

Returning students are required to complete the annual Accommodation Renewal Request form. Please be sure you are logged on to the iNet in order to complete this form.

How do I re-establish eligibility so that I can receive accommodations after a Leave of Absence?

If you have you have not attended RVU for one or more semesters, you will need to make an appointment with the Disability Officer to review your accommodations and make any adjustments as needed.

How can I make an appointment with the Disability Officer so I can review my current accommodations or request additional accommodations?

Please click here to schedule an appointment with the Disability Officer. Alternatively, you may call the office during business hours at (435) 222-1241.

I have a new diagnosis or a change in my health status. How do update my documentation with Disability Services?

How do I request accommodations for COMLEX and USMLE exams?

NBOME Test Accommodations

NBME | USMLE Test Accommodations

Will I have the same accommodations I had in high school or during my undergraduate program?

Accommodations and services are determined on a case-by-case basis and dependent on a student's current functional limitations and the fundamental elements of each course. While students may be approved for the same, or similar, services they received previously, some accommodations that were appropriate in other settings may represent a fundamental alteration of a program within a medical education course and therefore cannot be approved.

How are accommodations determined?

Accommodations are determined on an individual, case-by-case and course-by-course basis. Through an interactive dialog facilitated within Disability Services, all relevant factors, including the impact of the disability on the student's access, as well as the fundamental nature of the given course, will be considered. Requests for accommodations that would result in a fundamental alteration of the course or program are not reasonable and will not be approved.

What type of documentation do I need to register with Disability Services?

Documentation Guidelines (PDF)

How long does it take to get approved for accommodations?

Typically, students can expect to have a final determination regarding eligibility within two weeks of submission of the online Registration Form. However, missing or inadequate documentation, or failure to schedule an intake appointment with the Disability Officer can significantly delay the process.