Difficulty Transitioning to College for ADHD and Learning Disabled Students

The National Center for Educational Statistics indicated that in 2007 and 2008, only 55% of students who started a college program completed that program within 6 years. In contrast, students who were diagnosed with specific learning disorders (SLD) and ADHD complete college at a rate of only 41%. Only 17% receive accommodations and support, even though 94% received support in high school. Furthermore, despite the vast financial benefits of college, 92% of students with SLD have incomes of less than $50,000 within 8 years of graduating from high school.