The Huntington University ABLE (Achieving Balance in Life through Education) program is designed to support students with intellectual disabilities in having a college campus experience.
HU's ABLE program has been successfully assisting students with intellectual disabilities since 2014. Starting in the fall of 2023, the program will officially be a comprehensive transition and postsecondary (CTP) program, meaning that HU’s ABLE students are now eligible for federal student aid. Additionally, the HU ABLE program will now offer residential experiences for up to 15 students.
What ABLE Provides?
The ABLE program provides individuals with intellectual disabilities ages 18-24 with the opportunity to be part of a university campus. Students, both independently and with support from peers, attend/audit classes, work on campus, take supportive classes in understanding finances, social skill needs and independent living, and participate in extracurricular activities.
The program not only supports the students with disabilities, but provides an equally important opportunity for all typical students, faculty, and staff to more fully understand the potential of individuals with disabilities.
If you have questions about the ABLE Program, please contact Makayla James at mjames@huntington.edu or by calling (260) 359-4106.
The ABLE Mission
The ABLE program is dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education options for people with intellectual disabilities.
Program Participation
The purpose of the program is to provide students with intellectual disabilities the opportunity for a college campus experience, while enriching their academic, work and social skills.
Application Process
If you have questions, feel free to call (260-359-4106) or email the program director.
Help Support Our Mission
The ABLE program is dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education options for people with intellectual disabilities.