Harper College

Access and Disability Services

Welcome to Access and Disability Services! Since 1973, ADS has been committed to providing accessible programs, services, and support to the Harper community. We are a resource for Harper College students, faculty, and staff. Utilizing the social justice model of disability, we provide services on an individualized basis through an interactive and inclusive process.

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Apply for ADS Services

To get started, apply now for ADS services.

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Request Accommodations

Need to help requesting your accommodations for the semester?

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Interpreters / Captioning

For students and community members who need accommodations for attendance at open events, providing sign language interpreters, captioning, use of assistive listening systems or other forms of access.

Request Captioning or Interpreting Services

Alternative Format Textbooks

If you have been approved for Alternative Format Textbooks, remember to submit your requests at the beginning of the semester.

Make a Request

Note Taking

Don't forget to confirm your need for a note-taker if you are approved for the accommodation through your Access Advocate.

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Testing Accommodations

Don't forget, exam requests must be made seven (7) business days prior to your quiz or test.

Learn the Steps for Submitting Your Exam Request

Additional Resources

Contact us

Map of Building I, Room I-103

Access and Disability Services
Building I, Room I-103 (best parking Level 2 of Parking Garage)  (See link below for current campus construction near us)
Voice callers: 847.925.6266
Deaf/Hard of Hearing callers: 224.836.5048 Videophone
Fax: 847.925.6267      Email:  ads@harpercollege.edu 
We will respond within 1-2 business days.

On Campus and Virtual Office Hours:
Monday - Tuesday:  8 am - 7 pm
Wednesday - Friday:  8 am - 4:30 pm
Closed Saturdays, Sundays, State-recognized holidays
Scheduled Spring campus closures include: 
Monday, 1/19 (in observance of MLK Day);
Thursday, 2/12 (in observance of Lincoln's Birthday);
Thursday, 4/2 (no classes in session; offices closed);
Friday, 4/3 (Reading Day)

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Last Updated: 3/24/26