Cynthia G. Simpson, Ph.D., has more than 16 years of experience in the public and private sector as a preschool teacher, special education teacher, elementary teacher, educational diagnostician, associate professor of education, and administrator. She maintains an active role in the lives of children and young adults with exceptionalities as an educational consultant in the areas of assessment, inclusive practices, and transition planning. She currently is an associate professor and program coordinator for special education in the College of Education at Sam Houston State University.

Vicky G. Spencer, Ph.D., has served in the field of special education for more than 20 years as a special education teacher, educational consultant, and assistant professor. Vicky continues to remain actively involved in the field as she collaborates with special education teachers to implement cognitive strategies within the inclusive classroom setting. Vicky currently is an assistant professor and the Assistant Director of Operations at the Kellar Institute for Human Disabilities at George Mason University.

Acknowledgments Introduction: College Planning for Students With Learning Disabilities and Other Special Needs < Chapter 1 > Making the Change: Transition Planning < Chapter 2 > Stand Up for Yourself: Advocacy < Chapter 3 > College as the Next Step < Chapter 4 > Preparing to Attend College < Chapter 5 > Academics < Chapter 6 > Adapting to University Life < Chapter 7 > Family and College Success Final Thoughts Glossary of Terms Resources References Appendix: What Students With Disabilities and Their Families Need to Know About the Authors