Apply for Accommodations

Follow this THREE-STEP process to apply for accommodations:

1. Submit an online application requesting accommodations
2. Submit documentation to support your request
3. Schedule an Intake Appointment to determine accommodations

Step 1

Students with disabilities who have not yet registered with Disability Services can start their request for services by logging on to the SDS portal to fill out an online application. Have your SMC login and password available. Expect to spend between 5 and 15 minutes filling out the New Student Application.

• Please note that you cannot save and return to the application; once you have begun you must finish, otherwise you will lose your progress when closing the page.
• Once submitted, you will receive an automated confirmation email to the address you supplied on the application. If you did not receive an email, your application was not successfully submitted.

Step 2

You will be prompted to upload documentation about your disability and/or past use of accommodations that will assist Disability Services in considering your request. Appropriate medical documentation should be provided by a diagnosing professional (e.g. a doctor, psychiatrist, or therapist) and should include the diagnosis, limitations/symptoms, and possible recommendations. If you do not already have documentation, you can use this form: 

Scan your documentation and upload the file(s) with your application. Please note there is a 3MB limit on each file. If you have more than 6-10 pages, you may need to break it into multiple uploads.

• Call (925) 631-4358 if you have questions or difficulty with file upload.
• Documentation can be submitted separately by email (sds@stmarys-ca.edu) or by fax (925-631-4164) if you are unable to upload.

Step 3

Once your application and documentation have been submitted, the final step is to meet with an Disability Services Coordinator for an intake appointment. The purpose of this appointment is to discuss student needs in detail, set up initial accommodations, and to answer any lingering questions. 

• A Disability Services coordinator will reach out within one week of application submission to schedule an appointment.
• You can also call the front desk at (925) 631-4358 to schedule an appointment