Accommodations Overview

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Academic

Academic accommodations are tailored to the individual to eliminate barriers caused by a disability, and to afford students equal access and opportunity to participate in academic programs and services.

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Dining

Staff at Harvard University Dining Service (HUDS) are experienced at accommodating students with a variety of food allergies and intolerances.

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Housing

Accessible housing is available to students at Harvard who have disabilities that substantially impact one or more major life activities as they relate to housing.

Summer School

The Accessibility Services Office (ASO) in the Division of Continuing Education (DCE) works with disabled students who require accommodations for Harvard Summer School.

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Temporary Impairments

We work with students experiencing temporary impairments in order to facilitate short-term accommodations.

Transportation

Harvard provides accessible transportation throughout the Cambridge and Allston campuses. For students with a disability need, Harvard also operates a close proximity van service.