Penn State provides a climate of equal opportunity to all of its programs, activities, and services, and is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. To this end, Penn State provides accessible housing for students with disabilities as defined by these laws. To qualify for protection under these laws, the student must provide documentation from a qualified examiner that substantiates that he or she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity and that the requested accommodation is necessary to afford the student equal access.

Any reasonable accommodation is considered, but the student must support the accommodation request with a documented need linked to his or her disabling condition. Although Penn State has accommodated some students by arranging for the provision of air-conditioned rooms, experience suggests that it is a rare circumstance that a condition warrants such accommodation.

To request changes to your housing environment, complete the following form and mail or fax to:

Director of Ancillary Services
201 Johnston Commons
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA 16802

Forms are also available from University Health Services (UHS). Forms should be submitted as early as possible to allow time for evaluation. If you require special classroom/academic assistance, contact the Office for Disability Services at 814-863-1807 (TDD) or stop by 116 Boucke Building.

Temporary Medical Conditions

Students experiencing a temporary medical condition that affects their mobility can contact the Assignment Office for Campus Residences to discuss possible options for a room reassignment. The Assignment Office, located in 201 Johnston Commons can be contacted at assignmentoffice@psu.edu or 814.865-7501.