The University of Kentucky Disability Resource Center partners with qualified students with disabilities to assist them in gaining equal access to institutional programs and services consistent with their unique needs. The Center seeks to responsibly advocate the needs of students with disabilities to the campus community through consultation and outreach efforts with administration, faculty, students, and university partners. The DRC serves students with a wide array of disabilities, and this website provides valuable information for students, parents, faculty, and staff related to various responsibilities, services, and programs of the office. If you cannot find the information you are seeking, please do not hesitate to call our office (859) 257-2754 or by fax 859-257-1980. Our office hours are 8 AM to 4:30 PM.
Disability Resource Center
Our Mission
Important Deadlines and Information
Please note the following key deadlines to ensure timely accommodations for the current and upcoming terms:
Instructor Notification/Accommodation Letter
Instructor Notification Letters can be accessed through the student portal under the AIM Access tab.
Emotional Support Animal (ESA) Requests
- Spring 2025: Submit by February 15, 2025
- Fall 2025: Submit by July 30, 2025
Accommodation Letters/Faculty Notification
- Spring 2025 Term: Submit by April 18, 2025
- Note: Affiliation meetings must take place prior to the submission date to ensure timely processing.
Instructors to Send Requests for Finals to DRC Testing Center
Request by April 21, 2025
Alternative Housing Request
- Students who have completed their housing selection but find that it does not meet their needs must submit the Alternative Housing Request form. While submitting this form does not guarantee that alternative housing will be available, we will make every effort to accommodate the needs of all students.
DRC Testing Center FAQs
Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: 725 Rose St., Ste. 400C, Multidisciplinary Science Bldg.
Contact: (859) 257-2754
Faculty Scheduling Exams: Use the Online Accommodated Test Request Form.
Confirm Receipt of Exam Requests: Check the DRC Requests Received - Google Sheets.
Student Exam Schedule: View the Public Accommodated Exam Schedule.
DRC Events
Acceptance, Understanding, and Belonging for All
DIY Sensory Jar
Join us on April 23 in the Cats Den, located on the first floor of the GSC, from 11am to 2pm, for a hands-on crafting experience as we celebrate Autism Acceptance Month! Come craft, connect, and support neurodiversity on campus in a welcoming and supportive environment. All students, faculty, and staff are welcome!
Cats Den 11am - 2pm
“I also just wanted to take the time and really appreciate what you helped me with yesterday with the accommodations. It's one of the first times I have really felt seen on campus. Thank you again!”
"I really appreciate everything you have done thus far. Thank you for being an advocate and allowing me to feel heard."
Multidisciplinary Science Building 4th Floor
725 Rose Street, Multidisciplinary Science Bldg., Suite 443, Lexington, KY 40536-0082
The DRC Multidisciplinary Building office is located on the 4th floor of the Multidisciplinary Science Building in Suite 443. There are two free parking spaces for DRC visitors. If those spaces are occupied, parking is available in the Kentucky Clinic lot.