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Disability services facilitate learning for those who have special needs or are disabled in some way. The
federal Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ensures that all people have access to public resources,
thus eliminating discrimination on the basis of a disability. If you have a disability, look into what services
are available to you.

Financial aid services assist with the financing of college. Financial aid counselors can work to see what
options might be available to you including various types of grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study
programs.

Health/medical and wellness centers help with your physical well-being. These services vary depending
on the college. Some colleges staff full-time doctors whose services are included as part of tuition while
in other cases, students obtain an insurance policy at a nominal cost to cover these services. Also, some
colleges provide a variety of wellness programs which focus on keeping you healthy and fit.

Testing services help you to perform better on national (standardized) tests and to learn more about
yourself. You can take certain tests and obtain information about registering for others.

• Students who are looking to earn college credit for previous work can take tests such as CLEP
(College Level Exam Program). Many students going on to graduate school will need to take a
particular national exam such as the GRE (Graduate Record Examination) or the GMAT (Graduate
Management Admission Test) depending on their field of interest.

• Most testing services offer a variety of personality inventory and career aptitude tests to help you
learn more about yourself.

Campus security services help when there are concerns for safety. For example, many schools provide an
escort service for those walking alone at night.

Student centers or student unions are campus buildings that are often a common meeting place and center
of student life. Student centers typically have recreational options, dining facilities, stores, bulletin boards,
and offices for support services, and also house student clubs and organizations. You are encouraged to
take time to learn more about the particular organizations of interest to you at your
school.

Campus ministries and other religious groups support students in their spiritual life.
Ministries are usually available for students of different faiths.

International studies offices provide information about programs to study abroad. This
may also be a place for foreign students to gather and receive help, assistance, and
support as they adjust to life in a new country.

Some colleges have child care services for students who are also parents with young
children.

In addition to your school’s athletic program, many schools offer intramural activities
and other forms of recreation for both men and women.

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