UMatter Program

Program Application

Fall 2027 Admissions

Your journey to UMatter starts here.

Fall 2027 Application Window
Opens: September 30, 2026
Closes: December 4, 2026
Virtual Interview Scheduling Begins: February 2027

Eligibility Requirements

Could UMatter Be Right for You?

UMatter is designed for young adults with intellectual disabilities who want to experience college while developing skills for employment, independent living, academics, and community participation.

Detailed Eligibility Criteria

  • Documented intellectual disability
  • Age 18–24 at the time of entry
  • Exited the K–12 educational system before beginning UMatter with a diploma or high school equivalency
  • Current psychoeducational evaluation completed within the previous three years
  • Complete and submit the UMatter application during the published application period

Could UMatter be a Good Fit?

  • Ready to experience college?
  • Thinking about your future career?
  • Want to become more independent?
  • Ready to navigate your community?
  • Ready to build connections?
  • Open to support along the way?

COMPLETE THE UMATTER INTEREST FORM

Ready to Take the First Step?

The Interest Form is the first step for all prospective applicants. After completing the Interest Form, students and families will receive the UMatter application link and next-step instructions.

Interest Form

What You'll Need to Apply

Applicants should be prepared to upload:

  • Current or most recent IEP
  • Current psychoeducational evaluation completed within the previous three years
  • High school transcript(s)
  • Behavior/discipline records
  • At least one letter of recommendation from a non-relative
  • Disability Verification Form/documentation, when required to verify intellectual disability
  • Diploma or high school equivalency documentation, if required in the application
  • Any additional documentation requested by UMatter to complete the eligibility or application review

Applications must be complete before they can move through the UMatter admissions review process.

Questions?

Have additional questions about UMatter, eligibility, or the admissions process?

Contact the UMatter Team

More Independence. More Possibilities.