<p>Wondering if there are any Engineering students with ADHD (or their parents) who attend either Union, Lafayette, Northeastern, BU, Syracuse, Buffalo or Pitt... Would love feedback about the support the school provides. I have spoken to the LD offices at all these schools, and in theory, it sounds like they all the support that my S will need. Would love to hear feedback about experiences... My S has thrived in high school, however his school provides excellent support. I believe he could not succeed without it. (My son has ADHD and Executive Function issues, good academics: A- student 30 ACT - 33 math and 31 science). If you feel like adding other information about the college experience... social? dorm living? ... would love to hear about it! Thanks.</p>
<p>I’m no expert…as you’ll soon see, but you might also post this on the following board:
[Learning</a> Differences and Challenges - LD, ADHD - College Confidential](<a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/learning-differences-challenges-ld-adhd/]Learning”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/learning-differences-challenges-ld-adhd/)</p>
<p>The only knowledge I have about any of the above colleges is Union. My niece left after one year because of the heavy drinking/party atmosphere–and she’s a serius focused student. Although it’s a good school, especially for engineering, the small city it’s located in does not offer much besides “tying one on”. Union is often rated a top-10 party school (and every other school in the category is huge) As someone with ADHD who wasted freshman year partying, I think it’s best to avoid temptation (though it’s nearly impossible to eliminate it all together).</p>
<p>Thanks nyermon. I actually checked out the thread that you are referring to before posting. However, my S does not fall into the category of a student who requires a specific LD school. Yet he does need access to accommodations and a “go to” person for organizational support on a regular schedule (every 2 weeks or so). Each of the schools I mentioned DO offer this, according to their LD department. I have spoken extensively with each one. My concern is whether this is “in theory” vs. “in practice”, and of course the only way to know this is from someone who attends and uses these services. You have raised my concern over Union and I appreciate it.</p>
<p>Also, initially I thought my S should avoid a huge school, however I am told that the bigger schools can be more accommodating for ADHD students, as they have bigger LD departments. I am concerned though as my gut says a small school would offer less of a chance for him to get lost in the crowd. One more comment is that some of these large schools have small engineering classes, and I’m told he could get to know his profs, (maybe this is wishful thinking).</p>
<p>Do you mind letting me know where your niece transfered to? And how is it going for her?</p>
<p>She transferred to a larger state school in her home state that offered a sport she wanted to participate in. Much happier, also switched her major to marine bio. She was a smart kid, with lots of independence. No AdHd (my side of the family got it all!) Heading off to do study abroad too. I think the intense partying really bothered her. FWIW, I’m in a similar boat: researching schools for my D (junior) who has AdHd and mild LD. She too doesn’t really need a specific LD school, but we’re looking at smaller schools so she doesn’t fall through the cracks --ideally under 10K (students not $$). She wants to be in a vibrant city too. I also know that a kid like mine can be susceptible to the temptations of a heavy drinking scene–especially if there are few other options. After talking with her GC, we’ve decided to be upfront with schools about her issues (how else to explain her 2.6 GPA). Having attended college in Boston (once I transferred from my own party school), I can tell you that it’s a great place to be young. Good luck!</p>
<p>My daughter is Dyslexic. Also an athlete. UCONN, UMD, AZ are some of the schools with really good programs.</p>
<p>If your son only needs some assistance, I can speak to SU. It is available, helpful and easily accessible.</p>