About
Founded by Dr. Ann Hartlage and her husband Larry, the database provides a comprehensive search filter to help students and families identify universities with programs that cater to their specific requirements. With a mission to help students with autism succeed in college, ASD Ascend offers exclusive achievement badges, comprehensive school reports, and an extensive search filter to make informed decisions. Their database features over 4325 schools in the US, with 124 schools offering autism programs. ASD Ascend also offers scholarships to students with autism, providing them with the necessary support to maximize their potential for success. By providing a platform for students with autism to find the right college or university, ASD Ascend gives hope to parents and children affected by autism, helping them find a place to grow and thrive.
Insurance & payment
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Services & specialties
Comprehensive Database
ASD Ascend's database features over 4325 schools in the US, with 124 schools offering autism programs.
Exclusive Achievement Badges
ASD Ascend's exclusive achievement badges are awarded to all programs in the database to help compare the types of support services they provide.
Comprehensive School Reports
ASD Ascend's database has more in-depth information about the programs than what is listed on their websites.
Extensive Search Filter
ASD Ascend offers over 20 different filters to help students find the right program that meets their unique needs.
Scholarships
ASD Ascend offers scholarships to students with autism, providing them with the necessary support to maximize their potential for success.