Register with ODS
In order to receive services from ODS, you must provide documentation of your disability from an appropriate professional. To the right of the screen are Verification of Disability forms to be completed by your treating specialist. Once completed and signed, please return the form to ODS for review.
The following is a list of requirements specific to each disability. Students with other types of disabilities should consult with the ODS staff to determine the documentation needed.
It is helpful if the diagnosing professional for all disabilities suggests appropriate accommodations in an academic setting. The intent of the office is not to exclude students from the use of services, but to ensure that those with legitimate disabilities who have current functional limitations receive appropriate services. 504 plans and IEPs alone are not acceptable documentation and must be accompanied by supporting documentation.
- Attention Deficit Disorder: A copy of a diagnostic report from within the last three years which states the DSM diagnosis, symptoms, and functional limitations; instruments and procedures used to make the diagnosis; and the dosage, type, and frequency of medication.
- Learning Disability: A copy of a comprehensive psycho-educational test battery administered within the last three years, with a statement of diagnosis, academic limitations resulting from the disability, and type of learning disability (all test scores must include subtest scores); a copy of a recent IEP and Multifactored Evaluation, if available.
- Psychiatric Disability: A DSM diagnosis from a psychologist or psychiatrist stating diagnosis, characteristics of the disability, functional limitations, projected duration, and medication.
- Medical Disability/ Chronic Illness: Statement of diagnosis, functional limitations, impact of the disability in an academic setting, and medication, including side effects.
- Mobility Impairment: Diagnosis of mobility impairment and a statement of functional limitations, medications, dosages, and side effects.
- Visual Impairment: A copy of your most recent eye examination, including diagnosis, visual acuity, and functional limitations; a copy of a recent Individualized Education Plan (IEP), if available.
- Deaf or Hard of Hearing: A copy of your most recent audiological examination, including diagnosis with etiology, degree, type, functional limitations, and configuration of loss; a copy of a recent IEP, if available.
Once the documentation is received, it is reviewed by our staff to ensure it meets the guidelines for documentation. Once it is reviewed, students should receive an email from ODS acknowledging its receipt and indicating the eligibility determination status. Once eligible, the student will be directed to schedule a 90 minute Intake appointment with the assigned counselor (named in the email). If more diagnostic information is needed, the student will be contacted to discuss what information is needed to complete the eligibility requirements. If you are an in coming freshman or transfer student and your OSU email is not activated you may receive a letter to your permanent home address.