A Student's Guide to Allergy Friendly Colleges

This issue is real – two students in every classroom in the U.S. have a food allergy. On top of navigating the college admissions process, you must consider how a college will accommodate your dining needs and how the college will manage your food allergies while enrolled. As a student with this special dietary need, you want the best information and resources, but you may not be sure how to do this independently. So, here is the secret – with a little guidance and the right tools and resources – you can manage this process well.

I know firsthand what it is like to face these challenges. My husband and I became a part of the food allergy community when our daughter was first diagnosed with food allergies more than a decade ago. Today, as she begins her journey to find her best "fit" college, I want to share the information and resources that we are using to help her select colleges.   

In this guide, you will find resources to help you develop an allergy-friendly college list, as well as recommendations on how to navigate college visits. This guide also will help you as you transition to college life. Using this guide will increase your confidence in the college search and selection experience.