ILLINOIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE INITIATIVE for Illinois Community College Students with Disabilities

The Illinois Department of Human Services’ Division of Rehabilitation Services

(DRS) wants to help people with disabilities in their quest for success.

The Illinois Community College Initiative seeks to encourage enrollment by vocational rehabilitation program customers in academic and vocational training programs at in-state public community colleges and approved community colleges bordering the state.

Who can participate? People with disabilities who are determined eligible for the DRS vocational rehabilitation program and are interested in completing a Community College degree or certificate.

What costs are covered? DRS will support customers who are enrolled at in-state public community colleges and approved community colleges bordering the state with the cost of tuition, fees, books and supplies as well as costs such as transportation.

What classes are covered? DRS will make contributions for coursework leading to an associates degree or to a degree, certificate, or other industry-recognized credential.

How can you get started? Contact your local DRS office. You can find the closest office using the DHS online office locator at: IDHS: Office Locator (state.il.us) or by calling toll free:

1-877-581-3690 (V) TTY and relay callers dial 711

https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=52046