Disabilities Services

Crown Family School strives to create an accessible learning environment which values the diversity of our community. Together with the University's office of Student Disability Services, Crown Family School collaborates to:

  • Nurture a community in which students with disabilities can fully participate in all areas of academic life.
  • Provide direct support to students with disabilities through assistive technology, testing accommodations, advising, sign language interpretation and other services.
  • Partner with students, faculty and administrative and academic units to coordinate accommodations and respond to needs on an individual basis.
  • Promote greater access to University of Chicago events, programs, and facilities.
  • Promote awareness of disability pride and culture on campus.

 

Students seeking services should contact Student Disability Services directly to begin the accommodations process. Please visit their website to learn about registering with SDS and documentation requirements.

Crown Family School partners with Student Disability Services and other campus departments to facilitate equal access for students with disabilities. Services can include, but are not limited to:

  • Adaptive technology
  • Alternative text format
  • Advocacy
  • Classroom relocation
  • Notetaking
  • Library assistance
  • Priority seating
  • Sign language interpretation
  • Testing accommodations

In keeping with its long-standing traditions and policies, the University of Chicago considers students, employees, applicants for admission or employment, and those seeking access to University programs on the basis of individual merit. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law (including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972). For additional information regarding the University of Chicago’s Policy on Harassment, Discrimination, and Sexual Misconduct.

The University official responsible for coordinating compliance with this Notice of Nondiscrimination is Bridget Collier, Associate Provost and Director of the Office for Equal Opportunity Programs. Ms. Collier also serves as the University’s Title IX Coordinator, Affirmative Action Officer, and Section 504/ADA Coordinator. You may contact Ms. Collier by emailing bcollier@uchicago.edu, by calling 773.702.5671, or by writing to Bridget Collier, Office of the Provost, The University of Chicago, 5801 S. Ellis Ave., Suite 510, Chicago, IL 60637.

Campus
The University of Chicago offers accessible, evening shuttle service for students in the Kenwood and Hyde Park neighborhoods. During the day, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) operates three accessible bus routes serving campus and community residents.
Transportation & Parking Services
Campus Map

City of Chicago
All CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) bus routes are fully accessible to individuals with disabilities and include auditory and visual "realtime" travel announcements, Braille signage, and hydraulic lifts or ramps. To find out about more information about the RTA (Regional Transit Authority) Reduced Fare Program for individuals with disabilities, call 312.913.3110, or select the "Trip Planner" function on the CTA website. If unable to use fixed "el" or bus routes, students should apply for ADA paratransit services to qualify for door-to-door transportation. To request an application, contact RTA ADA paratransit at 312.663.HELP (VOICE) or 312.913.3122 (TTY). If you are paratransit dependent, please contact the Dean of Students Office for a CTA U-Pass waiver at 773.702.1135.

Accessible Taxi
Call 800.281.4466 to reserve wheel-chair accessible taxi service in Chicago.

Crown Family School offers reserved parking for students with disabilities. Contact the Dean of Students Office at 773.702.1135 to register for parking permits.

City of Chicago
Contact the Department of Finance (312.744.PARK) to apply for reserved parking on residential streets and for residential disabled parking signs.

Campus
For information about accessible housing, contact Student Disability Services(773.702.6000).

City of Chicago
The Mayors Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) maintains an updated listing of accessible housing units in the city of Chicago. Upon request, MOPD will link individuals with available, accessible housing or assist individuals to obtain funding and modify existing apartments or homes.

Campus
The University of Chicago Police Department (UCPD) operates the largest private police force in the country. UCPD services include 24 hour emergency response, community alerts, umbrella coverage and over 300 emergency phones.

City of Chicago
In case of emergency, dial 9-1-1 for immediate services. For all other non-emergencies, dial 3-1-1.

The University of Chicago offers exceptional health care through the Student Health and Counseling Service. Services include physician and nurse practitioner appointments, nutritional counseling, physician-on-call, sports medicine, and more. Student Counseling Service provides students with a range of mental health services. Based on the student's individual needs and concerns, the intake counselor will recommend appropriate services including counseling, medication management, support groups, ADHD services, and academic skills assessment.