College Steps is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization established in 2011. The mission of College Steps is to support neurodiverse young adults achieve self-actualization by facilitating their post-secondary education as well as preparedness for both gainful employment and a positive role in their community. College Steps supports transitions from high school into and through college and from college prepares students to enter into the workforce. College Steps’ learning objectives focus on a unique blend of college campus-based learning and community-based pre-employment goals. Since 2011, College Steps has expanded from its first location in Vermont to include a total of 12 college partnerships across 6 states.

The targeted student population is categorized as follows:

1. High school students that would benefit from a 1-2-year college primer experience prior to graduating from high school
2. College students who could benefit from a peer-based model of academic and social support to promote post-secondary success.