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ADHD, DYSLEXIA and OTHER LEARNING DIFFERENCES Success for Students with

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For Students Who Learn Differently

FROM THE NATION’S LEADER IN COLLEGE READINESS AND SUCCESS PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS WITH ADHD, DYSLEXIA AND OTHER LEARNING DIFFERENCES FOUNDATIONS BEACON FOUNDATIONS BEACON

Are you interested in college — but not sure you can handle a full course load? Are you uncertain about living on campus — but want to begin your college studies? Have your plans to live on campus been delayed due to housing limitations or waitlisting?

Imagine being able to focus on college success without the added pressures of adjusting to learning, living and socializing on campus. Beacon Foundations is a great way to test drive, start or stay on track with your college plans. • You take classes online and earn credits (as long as your academics are in good standing). • If you’re a high school graduate, you can begin — or even complete — your fundamental first-year college classes at home. Beacon Foundations is about more than taking college courses. We start by identifying your strengths and weaknesses so that we can provide you with the right resources to support your success — and prepare you to be a stronger and more confident college student. Our goal is to get you ready for the next step on your academic journey — whether that’s joining our on-campus learning community at Beacon, enrolling at another college or university or doing remote learning at an online university or program.

The Beacon Foundations Difference 100% LIVE — not self-paced — classes. FOUNDATIONS BEACON REAL-TIME ONLINE COURSES TO BUILD YOUR COLLEGE FUTURE FOUNDATIONS BEACON

We know that self-paced asynchronous classes aren’t the best way for students who learn differently to learn. Online classes that lack interaction with your professors and peers (that you can take whenever you feel like it) can be challenging and unsatisfying. All Beacon Foundations classes are 100% live . These are engaging, small, online classes taught in “real time” by Beacon College faculty who are skilled in online instruction. Best of all, you have the opportunity to interact with fellow students and get essential feedback on your academic performance from your professors — as opposed to just sitting and watching prerecorded classes, then posting comments and waiting for feedback. Our core courses are BUILDING BLOCKS for future college success. Classes in Beacon Foundations feature the same basic coursework required of most first-year students — including composition, math and technology — plus several introductory electives. The credits you earn are transferable to most colleges and universities, wherever you choose to further your education. Each semester you can earn as few as 3 or as many as 12 college credits, depending on your readiness and goals. SUPPORT is all around you. In addition to your professors, you are supported by learning skills professionals and a counselor.. They’ll help you evaluate your needs and guide you to select the best courses for your goals. Live coaching gives you feedback and support to develop your executive function skills. You’ll also participate in weekly 1-to-1 meetings to review your progress and ensure you’re staying on track — or figure out how to get back on track. You and your family also will work with a Beacon transition counselor who will help you plan for your next steps after completing the Beacon Foundations program.

For nearly 35 years, Beacon College in central Florida (an hour’s drive from Orlando) has pioneered affordable, career focused baccalaureate degree programs for neurodiverse students with ADHD, dyslexia and other learning differences.

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Options for Optimum Success One size does not fit all — especially when it comes to learning. Before you start Beacon Foundations, a placement exam helps put you on the best path. Our admission committee will review your application and placement exam results. That information determines which track — developmental or standard — will help you be most successful. To Apply

1. DEVELOPMENTAL TRACK Some students benefit from a first year of remote learning before attending campus-based classes. Our developmental track is designed to better prepare you for on-campus learning. In addition to weekly academic coaching, you’ll participate in mandatory group advising and study sessions each week. REQUIRED COURSES Fall Semester • Accelerated Literacy Reading & Writing Integration (0 credit) • Learning Essentials & Self-Discovery Spring Semester • College Composition • Fundamentals of Microsoft Office Suite • Elective online course of your choosing (optional) CREDITS Students can complete up to 12 credits in two semesters of study. Qualified students can opt to come to Beacon’s campus in central Florida for the May semester and take an additional 3 credits. 2. STANDARD TRACK Students in the standard track must place in College Composition based on their placement exam, but are free to select courses each semester based on their academic goals and interests. There are no required courses. To polish your learning skills, you’ll participate in weekly academic coaching and an optional group study session each week. CREDITS • Students can complete up to 27 credits in two semesters of study. • Qualified students can opt to come to Beacon’s campus in central Florida for the May semester and take an additional 3 credits.

To participate in Beacon Foundations, you must have a diagnosed learning disability such as dyslexia, ADHD or a related condition. If you have already applied and been accepted to Beacon College, you only need to complete the Beacon Foundations application. If you have plans to attend another college or university but feel you’ll benefit from the support and structure of Beacon Foundations, you will need to be provisionally admitted to Beacon College to receive college credits. To apply, please complete our application at BeaconCollege.edu/Foundations . We may need additional documentation to support your participation in Beacon Foundations so you can be considered for financial aid. If more information is needed, a Beacon representative will contact you. SAMPLE SEMESTER Classes change each semester. Below is a sample semester of course offerings, including both required and elective courses. All courses shown are 3 credits unless otherwise noted.

• ANZ 2100: Introduction to Anthrozoology • MAT 0030: Math Strategies (0 credits) • MAT 1901: General Math*

• COE 1100: Learning Essentials & Self Discovery • CRJ 2200: Introduction to Criminal Justice • BUS 2200: Introduction to Business • ENG 0040: Accelerated Literacy Reading & Writing Integration* (0 credit)* • CIS 1255: Technology in Global Environments

• ENG 1101: College Composition* • PSY 2851: General Psychology • BUS 2500: Principles of Marketing • CIS 2300: Internet Technologies

* Placement in these college-level English and Math courses is based on your academic background and a placement test.

For current course descriptions, visit BeaconCollege.edu/Foundations

Value-Added Support Beyond the Coursework

WEEKLY COACHING Weekly 1-to-1 coaching sessions help you review your goals and refine your work plan.

OFFICE HOURS You can meet with your professors during virtual office hours on a weekly basis to help you master concepts and class-based skills.

TRANSITION SUPPORT Beacon Foundations includes transition resources for both you and your family. Our transition counselors help you focus on the critical skills you’ll need to successfully transition to a college environment.

WRITING CENTER You have access to writing consultants at Beacon College’s acclaimed Writing Center for support in starting and organizing your writing assignments.

FAMILY SUPPORT Monthly family check-ins are offered to review student progress (when authorized by the student). Monthly family webinars focus on reviewing college readiness.

QUESTIONS? For questions or assistance, contact Beacon’s Office of Admissions at 855-220-5376 (toll free) or email Foundations@BeaconCollege.edu

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Cost of Attendance, Financial Aid & Scholarships Tuition for Beacon Foundations is based on the number of courses you take and includes fees, coaching and support services. If you are interested in being considered for federal financial aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Assistance (FAFSA). You must take a minimum of 6 credits to receive federal aid. Beacon College also offers generous College-funded need-based awards and scholarships for students enrolling in Beacon Foundations. The FAFSA is required to be considered for these awards. And because Beacon’s programs serve students with diagnosed learning differences, our tuition and fees may qualify your family to receive valuable medical tax benefits. Ready to Apply? Complete the Beacon Foundations application ( BeaconCollege.edu/Foundations ). Then submit proof of your learning difference, two letters of recommendation and your high school transcript.

Transfering Beacon Foundation Credits Credits earned at Beacon College are

transferable to most colleges and universities. If you plan to transfer credits to another school, be sure to check with an enrollment or transfer counselor at that college or university to ensure your course selections are appropriate and transferable.

For more information, visit BeaconCollege.edu/Foundations

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