Learning Support Services
#1 in Texas for Colleges Where Students With Learning Differences Succeed
#3 in Texas for Best Disability-Friendly Colleges of 2023
The Learning Support Services Program at Schreiner University serves a limited number of students, usually 60-70 each year, who have been diagnosed with dyslexia, attention deficit disorder, or a specific learning disability in reading, mathematics or written expression. Students in the program attend regular college-level courses, are held to the same high standards, and complete the same curriculum requirements as all other degree candidates. In addition to the LSS staff, the Schreiner University faculty is dedicated to helping students realize their full potential. Students admitted to the Learning Support Services program must be highly motivated, have the intellectual potential for success in a rigorous academic program, and have the ability to meet the demands of college life.
While the LSS program is specifically designed to provide academic support to students with dyslexia, attention deficit disorder and/or specific learning disabilities, we can accept a limited number of students on the Autism spectrum who can participate in the program effectively and appropriately.
Students with traumatic brain injuries, intellectual disabilities, perceptual disorders, mobility impairments or psychological disorders seeking academic accommodations may, with appropriate documentation, qualify under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Accommodations under Section 504 are provided at no charge.
- A completed Schreiner University application with a non-refundable $25.00 application fee must be submitted. Checking the “yes” box under “Interested in Learning Support Services” ensures that your application will be coded correctly and all your documentation will be forwarded to the LSS office.
- All freshmen and transfer candidates must submit an official high school transcript and transcripts of all academic work attempted at other colleges or universities attended.
- ACT or SAT scores are required of all Schreiner applicants. LSS applicants are encouraged to take the test(s) with accommodations, such as extended time, that will help them best demonstrate their ability.
- Diagnostic statement from a qualified professional indicating that the applicant meets the criteria for dyslexia, primary attention deficit disorder or a specific learning disability. Recent ARD, IEP or Section 504 documentation from a high school can satisfy this requirement, as well as results from private testing by an educational diagnostician, psychologist, or medical doctor for attention deficit disorder diagnosis.
- Individual Achievement Test – The results from an individually administered achievement battery, such as the Woodcock-Johnson or Wechsler Individual Achievement Test, taken within one year of application are required only for students who do not meet the automatic admission requirements regarding ACT/SAT and GPA. Individual test scores (not cluster scores) must be included for reading comprehension, reading decoding and math computation. These results are used to help determine whether the student’s academic skills are sufficiently developed to support their success in a rigorous academic environment.
- Student Questionnaire – All students are required to submit the student questionnaire
found here: LSS Student Questionnaire
to learningsupportservices@schreiner.edu or to the LSS Director as part of their application process. - To preserve confidentiality, all required documentation can be emailed to the Director at mkwrase@schreiner.edu or mailed to:
Micah K. Wrase, Director
Learning Support Services
CMB 6238
2100 Memorial Blvd.
Kerrville, TX 78028 - Questions about documentation, the application process or any aspect of the program can be directed to the Director at 830-792-7258 or mkwrase@schreiner.edu.
- Diagnostic Categories Accepted
- Attention Deficit Disorders
- Dyslexia
- Dysgraphia
- Dyscalculia
- Specific Learning Disability (e.g. disorder of written expression, learning disability in basic reading skills, etc.)
- High functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder
- High School Experience
- Diploma Type: recommended or distinguished preferred
- No modified courses senior year (accommodations okay)
- Class Rank – prefer 3rd quarter or higher
- Passed all STAAR and EOC tests
- SAT/ACT Scores
- Prefer ACT composite score of 16 or higher, SAT Math & EBRW of 800 or higher
- Emphasis on reading comprehension
- Academic Achievement Levels
- 8th grade or higher in all areas preferred (reading comprehension, math, writing)
- Emphasis on reading
- Personal Attributes
- Interested in college
- Self-awareness
- Proactive
- Self-regulation/self-management (independent study skills)
- Interpersonal skills
The LSS Testing Center is available to Schreiner students who are in the Learning Support Services Program or who have been approved for testing accommodations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Students seeking testing accommodations must submit documentation of a qualifying condition and must meet with Micah Wrase to complete an application before scheduling an exam. Micah can be contacted at mkwrase@schreiner.edu or 830-792-7258.
Test requests must be received at least two business days before the scheduled test time.
Students must have a signed copy of the Testing Policies on file prior to testing. (Can be completed at time of test if not already on file.)
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