Academically qualified students who have disabilities are encouraged to attend Xavier University. Students requiring special assistance or consideration in order to meet program or degree requirements should advise their dean’s office of the nature of their disability as soon as they have been admitted to the university.

The Counseling Center provides a variety of services for students with a disability (temporary or permanent physical disability). Some of the services available include registration assistance, orientation assistance, accessibility assistance and coordination of accommodations, such as, extended time for testing and distraction-reduced environment.

Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Office of Disability Services (ODO) immediately to make the necessary arrangements. Write to: Xavier University Counseling Center; Attn: Disability Services; One Drexel Drive/ Box 97; New Orleans, LA 70125; (504) 520-7315.