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Newly admitted students can begin the DSS registration process at any time after committing to attend UD. Follow the instructions on How to Register to get started.
- DSS will schedule your registration meeting with an Accommodation Coordinator only after you have established your course schedule with your academic advisor.
- If you have been admitted to UD and need accommodations to participate in orientation, you should register with DSS shortly after confirming that you will be attending UD.
Updated DSS Portal (formerly SAM)
The DSS Portal (formerly SAM) has undergone an update this summer. It has a fresh look with enhanced functionality. The features are still the same but it’s more user-friendly! DSS Portal instructions can be found by visiting Using Accommodations.
Check out the new DSS Portal resources.
Housing Accommodation Deadlines for Academic Year 2025-2026
Returning Students: February 28, 2025, by 5:00 PM
Incoming Students: May 15, 2025, by 5:00 PM
Transfer Students: June 12, 2025, by 5:00 PM
Visit DSS Housing Accommodations for more information.
Already Registered at DSS? Remember to send your Faculty Notification letters for the Fall Semester using the DSS Portal.
Faculty/Instructors: DSS is your resource and collaborator in ensuring that academic accommodations and services provide student equity and access. Specific questions about Canvas can be directed to: canvas-info@udel.edu.
The TAC is open Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5:30 pm. You must schedule your exams no less than one (1) week before the scheduled exam date.
If your course is using UD Online for testing, you must decide whether to test at the UD Online Testing Center or the DSS Testing Center. If you are taking your test at UD Online Testing Center, DSS will forward your testing accommodations.
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Our Mission in Motion
The Office of Disability Support Services (DSS) facilitates appropriate and reasonable accommodations to incoming and current UD students, faculty, and staff with disabilities, psychological or medical conditions, or temporary injuries that limit their access to the UD environment. As part of Student Life, DSS is proud to be a partner in the University of Delaware’s commitment to embracing a diverse and inclusive campus that reflects our collective views, experiences, capabilities, cultures, aspirations, and ultimately our commitment to excellence.
DSS Overview
Some examples of academic accommodations and services provided are testing accommodations (e.g. extended time, reduced distraction testing environment, etc.), alternative formats, interpreting services, and communication access real-time translation (CART).
In order to receive accommodations through DSS, you will need to submit documentation verifying the presence of a disability or medical condition and meet with an Accommodation Coordinator to determine what accommodations will be most helpful for you. Documentation establishes the individual as a person with specific functional limitations and provides a rationale for reasonable accommodations.
Students should use the DSS Portal to register with the DSS office. Students can use the DSS Portal to review accommodations, request faculty notification emails, schedule exams, and request books in alternate formats.
New students should visit Getting Registered at DSS for more information.