Disabled Student Services

In compliance with federal 504/ADA requirements, Allegany College of Maryland supports the belief that all, “otherwise qualified,” citizens should have access to higher education and that individuals should not be excluded from this pursuit solely by reason of handicap. The college is committed to the integration of students with disabilities into all areas of college life. Therefore, support services are intended to maximize the independence and participation of disabled students. Further, the College complies with applicable state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in the admission and treatment of students.

Special Accommodations

The Student Success Center offers assistance in arranging necessary accommodations and services.

Services:

Adaptive Equipment

The Allegany College of Maryland Library offers additional services and adaptive equipment.

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Disability Guides

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Contact the Student Success Center

The Student Success Center works with all departments on the Cumberland Campus and at the branch campuses to assist students with special needs. Since information regarding a student's disability is not requested through the admission process, it is the student's responsibility to contact the SSC by calling (301) 784-5551. Students attending the Bedford County Campus should call (814) 445-9848 and those attending the Somerset County Campus should call (814) 445-8050. Students are also welcome to visit the SSC in the Humanities Building, Room 58.

Students with disabilities are encouraged to discuss their special needs with college personnel as early as possible. This will give the staff sufficient time to respond to requests for assistance as well as giving students an opportunity to become familiar with available services.

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Contact your local Vocational Rehabilitation Services Office

Special needs students should contact their local Department of Vocational Support Services Office to discuss eligibility for support services. The Allegany County office may be contacted by calling (301) 777-2119. Students in Somerset County may be contact the Johnstown Regional Office (toll-free from Pennsylvania, 800-7621-4223) while Bedford County students should contact the Altoona Office (from Pennsylvania, 800-422-6343).

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