Approved Academic Accommodations (AAA) Letter
What Are AAAs?
The Approved Academic Accommodations (AAA) letter is a confidential document produced by your disability service counselor as a method of communicating your accommodation needs to your instructor. The AAA letter:
- is specifically created for each class based on your eligibility and accommodation needs.
- does not disclose the nature of your disability
- includes disability service counselor information if the instructor has questions or concerns.
How To Obtain AAAs
Meet with a disability service counselor each term to request your AAAs.
When To Obtain AAAs
Obtain your AAAs as soon as possible after you have registered for your class. Accommodations do 7 not begin until after you provide your instructor with the AAA letter and accommodations are not retroactive.
How To Present The AAA To Your Instructor
- Contact your instructor to privately discuss your accommodations
- Introduce yourself and present the AAA form. Here's an easy introduction you might try:
"Hi, I'm ___ in your ___ class. I'm working with a counselor in the Office for Students with Disabilities, and my counselor has prepared this form to indicate the accommodations I will need in your course."
- Discuss the AAA and how you and the instructor can work together to ensure your access to the course. Information about the nature of the disability you experience is confidential. You are not required to share disability information with your instructor. If you are asked about it, you may refer your instructor to your AAA letter or to your disability service counselor.