Learning Differences Program

A Westminster College student uses the audio notes service offered in the Learning Differences Program

The Learning Differences Program (LDP) was established at Westminster College in the 1970s with the goal of helping students with neurodevelopmental disorders succeed in the classroom.

Forty years later, our programs continue to provide encouragement and support for LDP students, which represent about 5% of our academic population. Faculty, staff, and administrators work together to assist students so that they thrive in the academic environment they share with regularly admitted students.

About Our LDP Services

LDP's services are tailored to meet the specific needs of students with professionally diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders, including attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, dyscalculia, dyslexia, learning disorder, and disorder of written expression.

LDP students can take advantage of specialized services, including one-on-one academic advising, dictation and audio notes, and a quiet and supportive study environment. LDP also offers enrollment in supplemental courses designed to encourage and support academic success as well as parent and family outreach services.

“We don’t make students fit the program. Every student is totally different and we work one-on-one to feel out what they need.”

Karen Tompson-Wolfe, Director, The Tomnitz Family Learning Opportunities Center

How Do I Get Involved with LDP?

Westminster College Parents Association in Fulton, Missouri.

Application Process

All students accepted to Westminster College are eligible to apply to the Learning Disabilities Program.

Learn How to Apply

A student in the Learning Differences Program at Westminster College receives one-on-one tutoring from a faculty member.

Admission

To ensure success at Westminster College, students applying to LDP are required to have a solid college preparatory background.

Learn about Requirements

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Student Services

We offer a wide range of support services to give our students the best chance to succeed in their academic careers.

Learn about Student Services

Additional Resources

For Parents 

This is an exciting time for your family, as your student begins to experience more independence. We also understand that you may face challenges along the way. Rest assured that LDP Services are here to support you and your student with professional advice and guidance.

Tips for parents

For Faculty 

We offer support to our faculty members so that they can help all our students get the most out of their Westminster education.




Tips for faculty

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Neurodevelopment Disorders

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Communications

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Learning Opportunities Center

Explore the wide range of academic support services available through The Tomnitz Family Learning Opportunities Center (LOC).

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