Student Eligibility and Application

Student Eligibility

Applicants must be at least 18 years old to enroll in any of our three (3) programs: Succeed, Succeed+, and Link (certificate or degree).

• Have a documented intellectual disability or developmental disabilities.
• Demonstrate a strong interest or desire to pursue postsecondary education to expand career and life opportunities.
• Have completed or will complete high school with a modified/standard diploma, or a certificate of program completion/achievement.
• Be able to commit to a two-year (four semesters) college certificate program and take 4 to 8 hours of classes per week.
• Have experience in attending and participating in classes for up to 50-90 minutes at a time.
• Be able to spend time alone and manage own self-care.
• Be able and willing to learn and participate in inclusive classroom and work settings.
• Have experience staying overnight without parent supervision (camp, class trip, relatives’ home).
• Be able to follow the UMSL Student Standard of Conduct.

Application Process

Our goal is to visualize a comprehensive picture of the applicant's goals and support needs, and how those align with our program structures and supports. Our goal is to select prospective students who will participate fully and successfully in the program, to achieve their highest desired level of independence and skills in the areas of vocation, social, educational, and independent living.

 Step 1:

Succeed program applicants must completely fill out the OIPE Succeed Application here and submit required application materials. Applicants to the Link Program must fill out the form issued by the University of Missouri - St. Louis Office of Admissions.

Step 2:

Applicants will be contacted for an on-campus interview.

Step 3:

An assessment will be conducted, based on submitted application materials and interview outcome. Program eligibility for Succeed or Link certificate will be determined at this point.

Questions? Please email OIPE@umsl.edu or call 314-516-5911.