Academics

Students in KU TPE take courses from the KU undergraduate course catalog that aligns with their career interests alongside their KU undergraduate peers. They:

  • Take 6 credit hours/semester (no courses are audited)
  • Enroll in both required and elective courses (see KU TPE’s Program of Study)
  • Receive the Transition to Postsecondary Education Certificate
  • Participate fully in all aspects of KU graduation activities
Inclusive Coursework Hours: KU TPE 94%, Other TPSIDs 54%

KU TPE’s percentage of inclusive coursework versus other TPSIDs. Data from: [Year Three Annual Report of the TPSID Model Demonstration Projects (2017-2018)]. Think College.

Academic Supports & Resources

Students in KU TPE have a variety of individualized academic supports and resources:

  • Accommodations and coursework adaptations as needed
  • Access to the KU Academic Achievement and Access Center and the KU Writing Center
  • Peer study groups 
  • Weekly support from KU TPE’s Academic Advisor and Academic Coaches

Key Program Documents

The documents below provide more details about program permissions and expectations.