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Welcome to the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities

Students and Families

Are you looking for college opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities? Let's help you get started.

Find a Program

Find a Program

Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Programs (FPCTPs) are inclusive postsecondary programs for students with intellectual disabilities that increase independent living, inclusive and experiential postsecondary education, and employment opportunities. There are more than 30 approved FPCTPs across the state.


Find an FPCTP
Family2Family Toolkit

Family2Family Toolkit

FCSUA staff members listened to the needs and ideas offered by family members and program personnel. The Family2Family Toolkit is the product that resulted from family-related needs, comments, and thoughts.


Family2Family Toolkit
Paying for College

Paying for College

Most colleges, universities, and technical colleges charge tuition, so it's crucial for students and families to grasp the critical components of financing a higher education. Learn about the options available to cover these costs while attending a Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program.


Financial Options



An investment in knowledge pays the best interest

- Benjamin Franklin

Postsecondary Institutions

Strategic Planning

To start the journey of becoming a Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program, FCSUA requires the postsecondary institution to complete an initial strategic planning. The initial strategic plan is a key element in writing your FPCTP Application and Initial Grant.

Strategic Planning

FPCTP Application and Grants

Are you interested in developing a Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program (FPCTP) at your institution? Learn about the application process.

Initial and continuing grants are available once an eligible institution has received FPCTP approval. Learn about the funding available.


FPCTP Application FPCTP Grants

FPCTP Reporting Schedule

The FPCTP Act requires approved programs to submit annual reports to the FCSUA. The FPCTP Reporting schedule includes all due dates for approved programs to submit their reports on time.

FPCTP Reporting Schedule




Upcoming Events

  • Webinar: Using the Family2Family Toolkit

    December 3, 2024. 3 - 4 PM

    We have a new product for families on our website. During this webinar, an overview of the Family2Family Toolkit will be provided. This Toolkit will help all students with disabilities and their families as they plan for college and inclusive postsecondary education opportunities.

    Register for the webinar on Zoom

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News

  • October 29, 2024

    Inclusive Education Services Student Excels with Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities

    Loving where you work often brings with it satisfaction and a sense of purpose. Gregory Nelson, a second-year student in the Inclusive Education Services (IES) program, has found both. Since the start of Fall 2024, Nelson has held a part-time paid job at the Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities (FCSUA). He previously completed an unpaid work-based learning experience with the organization in Spring 2024.

    Read more

  • August 22, 2024

    August 2024 FCSUA News Brief

    The August FCSUA News Brief welcomes a new Technical Assistance Coordinator, Sheryl Sandvoss. It also highlights the students on the 2024 Florida Postsecondary Education Program Planning Institute Student Panel and provides strategies for supporting students in inclusive classrooms. Additionally, it encourages participation in the Disability Employment Awareness Month's "Tell Your Story" contest and offers reflections on the 2024 Florida Postsecondary Education Program Planning Institute. Finally, it provides information about upcoming professional events.

    Read more

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