Discover why summer can be a make-or-break moment for students who learn differently. Join experts Alex Morris-Wood and Dale Herold to explore how intentional summer experiences can spark growth, connection, and college readiness.
Whether you're coming straight from high school or looking for a fresh start, this Why Beacon Wednesdays session explores how Beacon supports students during the transition to college life. Hear from our team about how we help new students—first-year and transfer—settle in, connect, and thrive on campus.
Discover why summer can be a make-or-break moment for students who learn differently. Join experts Alex Morris-Wood and Dale Herold to explore how intentional summer experiences can spark growth, connection, and college readiness.
Thinking about what you might study at Beacon? As part of Why Beacon Wednesdays, this panel features professors from some of our most popular programs. Perfect for students still exploring their interests, you’ll learn how our faculty teach differently—and why it matters for students with learning differences.
What’s it really like to be a student at Beacon? In this Why Beacon Wednesdays session, hear directly from current students about their journeys—from navigating college life to building friendships, getting involved, and growing confidence. Great for students and families who want the real scoop about living at Beacon!
Learn more about our live, online virtual semester designed for high school graduates who learn differently to begin earning college credit from home.
Join us for an overview of our new College Coaching virtual program for current college students, including program dates and deadlines for the upcoming semester, costs and scholarships, and a live Q&A.
Join us to learn more about virtual one-to-one college readiness counseling opportunities for current high school students through our unique, family-centered Navigator PREP programs. PLUS learn about bundling this opportunity with our on-campus summer programs!
Learn more about the 2025 Summer for Success on-campus immersion experience for current high school students! Join us for an overview of the program, available tracks and courses, and see what makes this our most popular program.
For students with learning differences, the true cost of college goes beyond tuition. Many institutions charge extra for critical support services—expenses that can add up quickly. Join us to learn more about potential hidden costs and the value of Beacon's comprehensive support model.
Part of our four-part Why Beacon Wednesdays series, this webinar will dive into Beacon’s built-in academic support model with campus leadership. Learn how Beacon's math, reading, writing, and executive functioning helps students with learning differences succeed—without hidden fees or hoops to jump through.
Join us to learn more about our fun and innovative on-campus summer immersion program for current high school seniors and college transfer students! This 2-week on-campus program helps students develop the skills and confidence to succeed in college.
Navigating financial aid can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help! Access the recording for an overview of financial aid, scholarships, and payment options at Beacon College. Learn how to maximize your financial aid package, complete the FAFSA, and make an informed decision about affordability.
On the fence about enrolling in our Intro to College Academics: Writing course? Watch a free "sample" of course content, a brief overview of the topics covered in the course, and introduce how this low-stakes, high-reward 8-week course prepares students for college academics.
Learn more about our combined Navigator PREP and on-campus summer program college readiness bundle! Catch up with this recorded virtual information session for an overview of program options for high school students and the benefits of combining these virtual and on-campus opportunities this summer.
What makes Beacon the best college for students who learn differently, and the #3 college in the southern region? Hear from current Beacon staff and faculty about “the Beacon difference!”
Join us to discover Beacon’s growth and enhancements in athletics student life, career services, academic advising, wellness resources, and more.
Who better to discuss the Beacon experience than our current students? Current students, across various years, will highlight their experience at Beacon College.
In this on-demand virtual Open House, explore the Top 10 Reasons to Attend Beacon! We’ll talk about academics, outcomes, student life, athletics, wellness initiatives, and give you an idea of what campus and academic enhancements to expect in the next four years.
This recorded session provides information on the 8-week Intro to College Math course for high school juniors & seniors to develop their college readiness skills in math.
What are the skills that students need to interview for and land jobs after college? From social skills to executive functioning, learn how these skills affect employability.
The best way to learn about Beacon College is to visit! Meet students, faculty & staff while you see our Main Street campus for yourself, just one hour from Orlando.
Meet with a member of our transition team to chat about your (or your student’s) personal college readiness or ask questions about Beacon’s unique transition programs!
Schedule a meeting with a Financial Aid Specialist to discuss your personal financial situation, options for financing your education, and any other questions or concerns.
Schedule a Zoom meeting with an admissions staff member to chat about your college goals, ask questions about Beacon, financial aid, or any of our transition-to-college programs!
Parents and guardians can test their college readiness and awareness with our quick 10-question online quiz! Get some insight on what you know — or what you may want to learn — as you prepare for your loved one to go to college.
This tool provides series of questions to gain insight on a student’s level of independence and increase proactive support in college.
This checklist provides key tasks & skills to assess social readiness and prepare for the social & relationships demands of a college environment.
Test your college readiness and awareness with our quick 10-question online quiz! Get some insight on what you know — or what you may want to learn — as you prepare for college.
This worksheet helps students determine their college preferences in preparation for the college search & application process.
This tool provides essential questions to evaluate a student’s adjustment to college based on the Morris-Wood 4 Stage Adjustment Model.
This worksheet provides benchmarks with which to evaluate your student’s level of independence and assist in college readiness conversations.
This worksheet helps students evaluate their current accommodations and prepare proactively for their future college environment.
This awareness survey for collegebound students is designed to help parents and educators begin a conversation about college readiness.
This worksheet provides questions for students who learn differently and their familes to ask when visiting colleges to compare resources & outcomes.
Our proprietary College Match Tool provides a rubric by which to measure students’ needs to college resources at varying levels of support.
A timeline for students with ADHD, dyslexia and other learning difference with key college preparation activities for each year of high school.
This session presents the role of executive functioning in college, common scenarios and challenges that the independent student encounters, plus simple tools & tips to bypass perceived failure.
This session provides key social and relationship skills needed to adjust to the environment of college – as well as tasks and simple tools that can help students get started and find their fit.
This recorded Learning Series webinar provides strategies to best prepare your future collegiate to relish and thrive in dormitory living, with tips to manage conflicts in roommate and suitemate groups.
Figuring out what you enjoy doing, what you are good at, and how those relate to the job market, is a formidable challenge! In this session, compare majors and learn strategies for choosing your path.
The statistics can be hard to follow – is college worth the ROI? This session explores how pursuing higher education benefits graduates with learning disabilities in accessing gainful employment.
This session provides insights on the major shifts from high school to college while providing a tool families can use to anticipate challenges and simplify the college choice and evaluation process.
This session will help you understand your rights and make the most of final IEP meetings or transitional conferences with secondary schools as it pertains to planning, evaluations, and support.
In this session, learn how our experienced learning specialists work with students to ensure they have the executive functioning skills needed to find academic success and to plan for their future.
This live webinar provides strategies for students who learn differently to prevent skill regression during the summer months between high school graduation and arrival at college.
What does it mean to be “college-ready”? This live webinar explores clear benchmarks to evaluate holistic readiness for college, and provides practical steps students can take to adjust to college life.
Learn about financial aid and scholarship options and considerations for students who learn differently, including how to utilize the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation.
Explore how to evaluate mental health services at colleges before enrolling, and learn strategies to address college student mental health needs during the transition and pivotal first year.
This webinar discusses the purpose behind Beacon’s transition programs, the common causes of difficulties in a student’s first year at college, and how our programs address these needs.
Learn how to rank services based on the intensity and depth of resources at colleges, plus key questions to ask to ensure your support needs will be met at your college of choice.
Learn more about Beacon’s distinct wrap-around academic support, including teaching methodologies, required programming, and how our model supports students’ reading and mathematic skills.
Learn more about how policies change when students move from high school to college, and take away key tips for accessing and utilizing accommodations in a traditional college environment.
Explore factors that prevent students from succeeding in college and learn strategies that teachers, parents, and students can employ to improve student persistence & retention.
This session reviews Beacon’s unique approach to student life and social-emotional support through our robust residence life, health & wellness, and counseling services.
This session designed for educational professionals reviews the family systems of students who learn differently and provides key strategies to improve partnerships with families.
This session discusses the structure of Beacon’s academic support and methods of evaluating student performance through various lenses for early intervention.
Discover Beacon’s most popular major! This recorded session provides an overview of Anthrozoology at Beacon College, including coursework and career outcomes.
This session shows how students who learn differently find success in college mathematics at Beacon through artificial intelligence and individualized instruction in Beacon’s math program.
Explore Beacon’s scaffolded support model that ensures long-term student success in college-level reading & literacy, including course trajectory for incoming students.
