The CASE program assists students that have a diagnosis of Autism – who may or may not have other developmental disabilities - to navigate college and empower them to reach their postsecondary academic goals and to find competitive employment after graduation. 

Many students with a diagnosis of Autism have no problem meeting the academic standards for acceptance into college; however, once they arrive on campus they may have difficulty with transitioning from high school into a college setting. In some cases, this challenge is due to a lack of the self-management and self-advocacy skills needed to independently organize and manage life away from home. This is compounded by the normal stressors of transitioning from high school to college and not always knowing who, how, and when to ask for help. 

The CASE program offers an innovative college support program for students diagnosed with Autism pursuing an academic degree at Texas Tech University or South Plains College in West Texas. With the support of the Burkhart Center for Autism Education and Research, the CASE program provides research-based, individualized supports for students to facilitate their transition to college and support them towards their Career goals after graduation.  

Staff of the CASE program utilize a Wraparound Planning Process and the Birkman Method Assessment to build an individualized support network and assist the students in navigating the complexities of a college environment. CASE staff take time to work towards building meaningful relationships and rapport with the students to better identify areas of concern; while also problem-solving ways that they can achieve success or overcome barriers to their success. 

Services and Benefits of CASE

Each student in CASE works with a Learning Specialist who assists and guides the student through his or her academic career. Learning Specialists create personalized plans to identify each student's needs and build skills for independent living, social connections, and employment. 

Learn more about the services and benefits provided by CASE

Download the CASE informational brochure

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Texas Tech’s Financial Aid office will provide assistance in securing financial aid for the CASE program through a "Cost of Attendance Review Request". To learn more about the policy and apply, visit https://www.depts.ttu.edu/financialaid/coa_review.php.

Please contact your Learning Specialist for further assistance if needed.

Apply to CASE

The CASE program is for college students with Autism – who may or may not have other developmental disabilities – who have been accepted to Texas Tech University or South Plains College. Our faculty and staff review every application individually and will contact students with completed applications for a personal interview. 

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Contact Information:

applyCASE.educ@ttu.edu
806-742-4561

Our Mailing Address:

Burkhart Center for Autism Education & Research
Box 41071
Lubbock, TX 79409

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