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DISABILITIES, OPPORTUNITIES, INTERNETWORKING, TECHNOLOGY (DO-IT)

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December 4, 2023

Info Sessions Available! Learn More Below.  
DO-IT Scholars prepares students for success in college and careers. The DO-IT Scholars program includes two consecutive Summer Study sessions with the University of Washington (UW) where Scholars stay in a dormitory, participate in labs and lectures with UW faculty, work on projects together, and explore campus resources. Students will experience college life and develop their self-advocacy skills. Each Scholar is provided with a laptop and any necessary assistive technology and works with a DO-IT technology specialist on setup requirements. Throughout the school year, Scholars connect with program staff, mentors, and each other. They participate in DO-IT events and receive support for the transition to college. Students are encouraged to consider a variety of postsecondary programs that best suit their academic interests and unique circumstances.   DO-IT Scholars are not charged for instructional materials, housing, meals, activities, and accommodations such as sign language interpreters at Summer Study sessions and may apply for funding to assist with the costs associated with travel and/or hiring personal care assistants.
Preferred applications fit the following categories (*see below for FAQs):
  • are a high school sophomore or junior
  • have a disability*
  • live or attend school in Washington state
  • aim to continue their education past high school
 Attend an info session! Please drop into an info session via Zoom to learn more. We can answer questions about the application process and clarify program components.  Join via Zoom here or enter meeting ID: 941 3809 8487.
  • Wednesday, November 8, 2023, 5:00 pm PST
  • Thursday, November 30, 2023, 5:00 pm PST
  • Wednesday, December 20, 2023, 3:00 pm PST
  • Wednesday, January 10, 2024, 3:00 pm PST
  • Thursday, January 11, 2024, 6:00 pm PST
  • Wednesday, January 17, 2024, 7:00 pm PST
  • Thursday, January 25, 2024, 4:00 pm PST
Priority is given to applications received by January 30th. Applications received after that date are considered on a space-available basis. Though paper applications were sent to all high schools in Washington state, we know those don’t make it to everyone. If you would like a printed copy sent to you, please email us at doit@uw.edu.