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SPARTANS OCLS

San Jose State University

One Washington Square
San José, CA 95192

The Successful Postsecondary Access & Related Transition Activities for Neurodiverse Students Occupational Career Life Studies (SPARTANS OCLS) Program is for college-aged students who (a) have intellectual and developmental disabilities, (b) have not met the original admission requirements at SJSU, and (c) are interested in pursuing independent employment based on person-centered career goals. This program will offer an inclusive academic, social, and work experience curriculum to help individuals prepare for competitive integrated employment.

CONTACT INFO

Program Contacts:
  • Director: Jihyun Lee
  • Coordinator: Sudha Krishnan
Program Contact Email:
Program Phone:
  • Lee: 408-924-1986
  • Krishnan: 408-888-9643
Program Website: www.sjsu.edu/professional/career-development/spartan-ocls.php

GENERAL

Public or Private: Public
Type of School: 4 Year College or University
Size of School: Large (>15,000)
Length of Program: 2 Year
Accepts out-of-state students? No 
Type of Postsecondary Education Program: Integrated/Immersive Inclusion → full participation in all aspects of campus with coordinated supports
Residential Living Component: No
Walkability & Bikeability of College and Surrounding Community: Walk Score
Public Transportation Available: Public Transportation to/around community
Number of Students in Program: 6 
Number of Students Per Cohort: N/A
When do new cohorts begin? Fall
Types of disabilities who are/may be represented in this program, but are not limited to:
  • Intellectual
  • Developmental
  • Autism
  • Down Syndrome

REQUIREMENTS

Age Requirements: No
Is a high school diploma required? No
Deadline for Application: N/A
Criteria for Admission: Criteria
Supports that are provided:
  • Vocational
  • Academic
  • Independent Living
  • Social
Program serves only students who have exited the K-12 system? Yes

ACCEPTANCE, RETENTION, AND COMPLETION RATES

Acceptance rate for the most recent fall term: 30%
Retention rate for first year students from the previous academic year to the current one: 100%
Admitted applicants with these skills are commonly seen, but are not prerequisites. Students will have the opportunity to develop them directly during the program. Skills
Minimum requirements for the program  

COST

Average Total Program Cost (Tuition, Student Fees, Housing, Room and Board, Books/Materials, Program Fees):  
Is this a federally funded TPSID Program? No
Out of pocket expenses for the program can be funded in the following ways:
  • DOR
  • Regional Center
  • Self-Pay
Average Out-of-Pocket Fees:  

ACADEMICS

Approximate percentage of all courses taken by students in the program that are inclusive: 70%
Do all students in this program enroll in at least one inclusive college/university course for credit or audit each quarter/semester? Yes
University courses are for: Mix of 3 (based on student preference or need)
Course Access:
  • Options for C/NC or grade
  • Agreement with course faculty
  • Academic plan
  • Support with scheduling and enrollment
  • Individual course support (e.g. tutoring, in-class support)
  • Liaison with course faculty
  • Aligned with individual interest/PCP
Credential(s) or certificate(s) students earn upon completing the program: Certificate
Is this credential/certificate approved by the college/university? No
Students in the program have access to the following campus-wide services:
  • Student disability services
  • Gym
  • Computer labs
  • Campus clubs
  • Pantry
  • Tutoring Center
  • Career Center
  • Identity Center
  • University Events

EMPLOYMENT

Percentage of students in this program have paid work while attending the program: ~50%
Other career development activities include:
  • Resume writing
  • Interview skills
  • Job shadow
  • Soft skills (e.g., communication)
  • Job coaching
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Advocacy in the workplace setting
  • Internships (community)
  • Career Goal Setting
  • Career Connected Courses
Percentage of students in this program that had paid work after exiting the program: N/A (no student has exited the program yet)
Resources offered to students:
  • Technology/Laptops
  • Tutoring
  • Technology Support
  • Peer mentors
Program Partnerships:
  • Department of Rehabilitation
  • Hope Services
  • San Andreas Regional Center
  • Regional Center of the East Bay
External Supports Partnerships:
  • Peer mentors
  • Regional Services Support

HOUSING / MEALS

Are residential living skills a component of this program? No
Housing Options: No
Are life skills a component of this program? Yes
Housing is provided and arranged for students? No
Are students able to live and work over the summer in the housing? No
Are campus meal plans available? No
Are on campus food options available? Yes
Is there a food pantry on campus? Yes

EXTRACURRICULAR / CAMPUS LIFE

Students can participate in student organizations and/or clubs on campus: Yes
Students may participate in the following extracurricular activities:
  • Clubs
  • Sports
  • Affinity Groups
  • Attend sporting and other campus events
  • Access to campus Gym/Fitness center
  • Independent activities outside the program
  • Faith Communities
  • Campus Museums
  • Garden Spaces
  • Concerts
  • Signature Campus Events
Supports available to students in evenings and weekends: N/A