Beacon College

The nation’s first four-year college for students who learn differently, Beacon College is a pioneer in postsecondary education for students with ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences. Student success can be measured by the College’s graduation rates, which far exceed the national average for all students. In 2022, Beacon College was ranked the #1 school for students who learn differently for the 5th consecutive year (Best Value Schools) and recognized in the top 10 of southern colleges by U.S. News and World Report.

Beacon enrolls approximately 500 undergraduate students in the beautiful, central Florida city of Leesburg. More than 70% of students are from out-of-state, representing 44 states and 6 countries. Students at Beacon enjoy a traditional college education delivered in a non-traditional way, with wrap-around academic and residence life services to support their college success.

Recently, Beacon College has been making headlines for its revolutionary work in college readiness for students who learn differently. Beacon's family-centered programs begin preparing students and families for the realities of college as early as their sophomore year of high school, with virtual and on-campus options. Beacon's regional transition experts partner with high schools nationally on college readiness tools, assessments and programming to lift outcomes and support students' college success. In addition to its undergraduate population, Beacon College serves an additional 600 students nationwide in these programs each year.