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 is an approved comprehensive transition and postsecondary (CTP) program, meaning that HU’s ABLE students are now eligible for federal student aid. Additionally, the HU ABLE program offers a residential experience for 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 also provides an equally important opportunity for all traditional 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 Carlson at mcarlson@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.
ABLE Visit Days
Join us on campus!
If you are (or someone you know is) interested in applying for the Huntington University ABLE Program, please either complete the online application or print the application, fill it out, and mail it to:
Makayla Carlson
ABLE Program Director
2303 College Ave
Huntington, IN 46750
Make sure to include:
- High school transcript
- Most current IEP
- Most recent Educational Evaluation report
- Any relevant assessments, work history, or other pertinent information
*Please note, we have a limited number of spots available each year. A deposit of $200 will be required to hold your spot upon admittance to the program as of the 2027-2028 school year.
If you have questions, feel free to contact Makayla Carlson at (260) 359-4106 or email.
- Eligible applicants must hold a certificate of completion or an alternate diploma. A student who has received a traditional high school diploma is not eligible for admittance to the ABLE program
- Eligible ABLE applicants will have a documented intellectual disability and will submit documentation upon applying to the program
- Applicants must be able to navigate campus independently and manage personal care tasks
- Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 22 at the time of applying
| Cost per semester* | In USD |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,640.00 |
| Audit fees | $2,322.00 |
| Technology fee | $98.00 |
| Activity fee | $191.00 |
| Room & Board | $4,900.40 |
| Laundry fee | $50.00 |
*Please note the numbers above might be subject to change. Any questions regarding the FAFSA or other financial aid questions, please contact our Financial Aid office.
Help Support Our Mission
The ABLE program is dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education options for people with intellectual disabilities.
