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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]You need to insist some more, OP.

My son at George Washington had no problem getting a single room due to his autism, ie, sky high social anxiety and need to stim in private (which for him means walk about his room). The Disability Office checks in with the Housing Office every semester so he gets a private room.

[b]The fact your son's college suggested two autistic people share a room means they understand NOTHING about autism. [/b]If your son needs other accommodations, like extended time, or quiet testing locations, be warned that they might be equally difficult to obtain if the college is being so backward about it.

Does this place have a Disability Office? You need to call and email yourself (not your son) and insist they need to get involved. Show them the documentation again, and say that these are standard accommodations. You're not asking for the moon, here![/quote]

This. Huge red flag!!

IME, living off campus year 1, missing all the new/meeting friends etc. opportunities is a sure way to end up on the periphery socially, unfortunately. I watched this happen (on a parent board of a university with a mix of on campus housing and local commuters).

After the phones calls, perhaps a letter with something to the effect of,

Our understanding is that a single room was requested as a disability accommodation and all required documentation was submitted.
 Please confirm whether the accommodation has been approved and, if not, provide the basis for the denial and information regarding the appeal process.[/quote]

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