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Research shows that the transition to college can be easier if students: are knowledgeable about college disability services and how to access them; know about the laws that govern how colleges address students with disabilities; have the proper academic preparation for the demands of college work; understand the differences between the high school and college environments; are prepared to advocate for themselves. This reference guide is designed to help school personnel and parents prepare students— and to help students with disabilities prepare themselves— for the transition from high school to college. It includes information, strategies, and recommendations to make the process smooth and successful. Contents include: The 4 Rs of college disability services (rights, reasonable accomodations, responsibilities, readiness for college academics) Transition planning Admissions and disability The four levels of college disability services Making a college list Disability documentation. Compact yet comprehensive, Transitioning to College: A Guide for Students with Disabilities, 3rd edition is an invaluable resource not only for students with disabilities, but for their parents, teachers and guidance counselors as well.