Prospective Students
Contact Information:
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To contact our office, you can reach us via email at arc@bellarmine.edu or via phone at 502-272-8490. If we do not answer, please leave a voicemail detailing the best way to reach you so we can return your call promptly.
Application Information:
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To initiate the accommodation process and apply for disability-related accommodations, please complete an .
Disability Documentation
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Read about ARC's documentation guidelines.
Programming for Incoming Students
ARC Orientation Sessions
- The Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) Orientation introduces incoming students and
families to disability support services at Bellarmine. These sessions are specifically
designed for students seeking accommodation support and are intended to help students
better understand accessibility resources, accommodations in higher education, and
how to advocate for their needs in college.
- Attendance is not mandatory, but highly encouraged. Students only need to attend one
of the offered sessions. Students have the ability to view relevant campus spaces
at the in-person sessions.
- 2026 Session dates & times:
- July 14, 8:30 - 12:30 (in-person)
- August 4, 1:00 - 4:00 (virtual)
- August 13, 8:30 - 12:30 (in-person)
Early Knights
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Early Knights is a free, optional early arrival program that is particularly helpful for students with disabilities. This program is hosted by Bellarmine's Accessibility Resource Center, Center for Community Engagement, Career Development Center, Dr. Patricia Carver Center, The Dean of Students Office, and Pioneer Scholars Program. Participants have the opportunity to connect with other incoming students, learn about available resources, and get familiar with campus before everyone else arrives. This program is free to students and includes food for the week as well as housing for residential participants. Students will also complete a free one-credit hour class: BU 199 鈥� Career Pathways Exploration.
- For more information and the application, click here.