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 a minimum of 24 credit hours(about 6 credit hours/semester).
  • Enroll in both required and elective courses as outlined in the TPE Certificate Program of Study (PDF)
  • Receive the KU Transition to Postsecondary Education Certificate.
  • Participate fully in all aspects of KU graduation activities.
Info graphic showing 96% of TPE students take inclusive coursework hours vs. 61% of other similar programs across the country.
KU TPE’s percentage of inclusive coursework versus other TPSIDs. Data from: [Year Five Annual Report of the TPSID Model Demonstration Projects (2019-2020)]. 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.

KU TPE Program Expectations (PDF)
KU TPE Program of Study (PDF)