Accessibility Resources Accommodations
Academic Accommodations
If you're a current UC student, request accommodations by filling out the New Student Registration Form in UC Accommodate. Sign in with your UC email and password, submit the form and check your email for instructions on meeting with your access coordinator.
Students starting at UC in the fall can register by completing the Accommodation External Request Form. Use your UC email (@mail.uc.edu) and eight-digit M number (M12345678). After submission, check your UC email for instructions on meeting with your access coordinator.
Other Accommodations
The University of Cincinnati provides housing accommodations in university managed properties for students with disabilities, ensuring their full participation in the residential university experience, as per the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA).
UC accommodates individuals with disabilities who require service animals, as defined by the ADA, as well as assistance animals in university housing when necessary. Get details on policies, request forms and approval processes.
The Communication Access Team, comprising American Sign Language/English interpreters and Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) writers, facilitates communication access for d/Deaf and hard of hearing students. More information on requesting an interpreter, Realtime transcription or captions.
UC provides assistive technology tools and accessible textbooks and course materials to support students with disabilities. Resources include text-to-speech software, screen readers, note-taking tools and alternative format textbooks to ensure equal access to academic content. Learn more about available tools and how to request accessible course materials.
If you are a student who would like to request assistance due to injury, illness, hospitalization or unexpected life events (e.g., broken bones, unexpected or prolonged illness, recovery from surgery, death in the family, etc.), visit the Temporary Impairment Assistance Information and Request page and submit a CARE report.
Documentation
A diagnosed disability is required for accommodations, but documentation is not needed to start registration. However, if available, it can help ensure full consideration of your needs.
Documentation may be requested if it helps identify barriers, find solutions or clarify the connection between your disability and the academic environment.
Accepted documentation includes IEPs, 504 Plans, psychological evaluations, medical records, letters from medical professionals or a Medical Professional Disability Verification Form.
You can submit documentation online during registration.
Other Campuses
Students enrolled at UC Uptown and UC Blue Ash can find additional resources at each campus's Accessibility Resources site:
Students approved for testing accommodations can use the UC Clermont Accessibility Resources Office Testing Center in Peter Jones 103
- Extended time (50% or double)
- Reduced distraction environment
- Scribe or reader for exams
- Other accommodations as needed
To take a test at the UC Clermont Testing Center, submit a Clermont Campus Testing Request Form at least 48 business hours before your exam. Students must request accommodations for each test individually.
For other campuses:
- Uptown Campus Testing Center Info
- Blue Ash Testing Request Form
Accommodations apply to online exams, and students must request them for each test.
- Extended Time (50% or Double) – Contact your professor 48-72 hours before the exam to request extended time. Faculty will adjust settings in Canvas or other platforms.
- Reduced Distraction Environment – Choose a quiet space; no formal request needed.
- Reader/Scribe Accommodations – Use built-in text-to-speech or dictation tools (Windows, Mac, Office 365). Contact your Access Coordinator if needed.
- Need Help? – Reach out to your Access Coordinator for support.
Accommodation Review Process
If there is a disagreement regarding an accommodation decision, both students and faculty have options for review:
- For Students: If you disagree with an accommodation decision, you can request a review through the Student Review of Accommodation Decision Process.
- For Faculty: If you have concerns about an approved accommodation, you can follow the Faculty Review of Accommodation Decision Process.
Questions?
Chase Thornhill – Program Manager, Accessibility Resources
Email: thornhcm@ucmail.uc.edu
Accessibility Grievance Procedure
UC is committed to ensuring equal access for students with disabilities. Learn about accessibility policies, accommodation procedures, and how to file a grievance if you experience accessibility concerns. For full details, visit Accessibility Policies & Grievance Procedure.
UC Clermont Accessibility Resources Staff
Dr. Matt Sauer
Assistant Director and Access Coordinator, Accessibility Resources
Jacob Gordon
Regional Campus Program Coordinator, Accessibility Resources
For a complete list of Accessibility Resources staff across all UC campuses, including the Communication Access Team and Digital Access Team, visit the Accessibility Resources Staff Directory.