Pathway at UCLA Extension

UCLA Extension

1145 Gayley Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024

Pathway at UCLA Extension is a two -year college program for students who identify as neurodiverse, offering a blend of educational, social, and vocational experiences, Students also may choose to apply as a residential student to practice independent living skills.

CONTACT INFO

Program Contact:	Jessica Broutt
Program Contact Email:	Pathway@uclaextension.edu
Program Phone:	310-794-1235
Program Website:	www.uclaextension.edu/pathway

GENERAL

Public or Private:	Public
Type of School:	Other
Size of School:	Large (>15,000)
Length of Program:	Other
Accepts out-of-state students?	Yes
Type of Postsecondary Education Program:	Integrated/Immersive Inclusion → full participation in all aspects of campus with coordinated supports
Residential Living Component:	Optional
Walkability & Bikeability of College and Surrounding Community:	Walk Score
Public Transportation Available:	Public Transportation to/around community Campus Shuttle Bike Access Scooter/bike rentals
Number of Students in Program:	Average of 35-40 per academic year
Number of Students Per Cohort:	12-18
When do new cohorts begin?	Fall
Types of disabilities who are/may be represented in this program, but are not limited to:	Intellectual Developmental Identify as Neurodiverse Autism Down Syndrome Cerebral Palsy Turner Syndrome Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Angelman Syndrome Central Auditory Processing Disorder Expressive Language Disorder Fragile X Syndrome IsoDicentric 15 Landau-Kleener Syndrome Learning Disabilities Phenylketonuria Prader-Willi Syndrome Epilepsy or Seizure Disorder Tourette Syndrome Traumatic Brain Injury Williams Syndrome Non-specified Learning Differences

REQUIREMENTS

Age Requirements:	18 - 25
Is a high school diploma required?	No
Deadline for Application:	May for Fall acceptance
Criteria for Admission:
Supports that are provided:	Vocational Academic Residential 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:	60%
Retention rate for first year students from the previous academic year to the current one:	95%
Admitted applicants with these skills are commonly seen, but are not prerequisites. Students will have the opportunity to develop them directly during the program.
Minimum requirements for the program	Eligibility Requirements

COST

Average Total Program Cost (Tuition, Student Fees, Housing, Room and Board, Books/Materials, Program Fees):	Full time Residential Student Program Fee: $54,700/year (Includes Rent) Full time Commuting (Non-residential student) Program Fee: $18,195/year ($6,065/quarter) Part time Commuting (Non-residential student) Program Fee: $7,272/year ($2,424/quarter)
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 Financial Aid SSI Scholarships listed through Think College Foundations Private Scholarships
Average Out-of-Pocket Fees:

ACADEMICS

Approximate percentage of all courses taken by students in the program that are inclusive:	85%
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:	Letter Grades Credit/No Credit Audit 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 Liaison with course faculty Aligned with individual interest/PCP
Credential(s) or certificate(s) students earn upon completing the program:	Award of Completion in Learning and life skills through UCLA Extension
Is this credential/certificate approved by the college/university?	Yes
Students in the program have access to the following campus-wide services:	Student disability services Gym Computer labs Campus clubs Pantry Career 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 (on-campus) Internships (community) Career Goal Setting Career Connected Courses Social skills workshop for appropriate work ettiquete in the work place
Percentage of students in this program that had paid work after exiting the program:	65%
Resources offered to students:	Technology/Laptops Tutoring Technology Support
Program Partnerships:	Department of Rehabilitation Department of Developmental Services
External Supports Partnerships:	Supported living skills Overnight residential support Peer mentors On campus supports, ie: best buddies Intramural Sports Special Olympics Regional Services Support Public Transportation Coaching

HOUSING / MEALS

Are residential living skills a component of this program?	Yes
Housing Options:	Off-campus apartment
Are life skills a component of this program?	Yes
Housing is provided and arranged for students?	Yes
Are students able to live and work over the summer in the housing?	No
Are campus meal plans available?	Yes
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 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:	Grocery shopping Peer Mentor Support Crisis and Emergency Supports Social activities Inclusive Campus Social Activities Social Activities