TOPS Summer Orientation

The College Orientation and Transition Assessment (COTA) Summer Orientation is held over a 6-day period. Applications are accepted  January-April 15th annually.

2023 Program Dates: June 5th to June 10th

The program is designed for :

  • Students starting the TOPS Program (required), or 
  • Students entering their last 1-2 years of high school

During the program, students experience:

  • A first look of the TOPS Program 
  • Immersive college life experience 
  • Recreation and events on campus and off-campus in the Columbus area
  • College-level classes that focus on skills needed to succeed in college
  • Trial work experiences, informational interviews and/or job shadow opportunities

All students will receive a Comprehensive Student Transition Assessment Report (STAR) shortly after the conclusion of the program. The report provides information regarding the student’s knowledge, skills and current levels of performance across 4 transition areas and can be integrated into the student’s IEP planning process for those returning back to high school. 

Click here for 2023 TOPS SUMMER COTA APPLICATION

Click here for 2023 TOPS SUMMER WORKSHOP APPLICATION

Transition Services

257 McCampbell Hall
1581 Dodd Drive
Columbus, OH 43210

(T) 614-685-3185
(F) 614-366-6373
(E) transitions@osumc.edu

Program Director/Principal Investigator: Margaretha Izzo, Ph.D.