<p>Hi. First off, I realize I'm jumping the gun a bit as I haven't yet been accepted and might not be, but I wanted to see if anyone has insight. I have a physical disability that requires me to use a wheelchair, take extra time on homework/exams, and need enlarged copies of work/exams. That said, I love UChicago and I think I'd be up to the challenge of a competitive environment. I am in love with learning, and books have been a solace to me throughout my life. The problem is, many people who I've told about my applying to UChicago have said not to go there, claiming that it is very cutthroat, very Darwinian, I will work myself to death, they don't deal with disabilities frequently etc. None of these people are alumni, leading me to believe they might not be credible. I was wondering if anyone here has firsthand experience or knowledge (or can direct me to it) of disability experience at Uchicago. Thanks.</p>
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<p>Have you visited campus? While sections of the campus might be difficult to navigate in a wheelchair, there seem to be many accommodations in place in most buildings.</p>
<p>While I am not a student, but a parent of a second year, the atmosphere seems to be much more collaborative than cutthroat. The work is hard, especially honors level courses, but the environment is supportive.</p>
<p>Thanks for the response! I have cerebral palsy too, and I think it’s awesome that it has not been an issue for Greene. I have visited campus twice and found no accessibility problems so far. Good to know that the environment is more supportive. I’ve never shied away from hard work :)</p>
<p>My buddy broke his leg for a whole year and was in a wheelchair/crutches for a while. He missed class and was late alot when it was snowing and cold in winter but the professors were all very accomodating.</p>
<p>I see ramps pretty much everywhere though. There was even a new 3 foot tall elevator in the student center.</p>
<p>Thanks for the reply! I do worry a bit about the snow and how well surfaces are plowed, but it’s good to know professors understood.</p>