Module 1
Why Do Some ADHD Students Struggle?
Success in college isn’t about IQ, talent, or working harder. It comes down to four key practices that help students stay organized, follow through, and manage the demands of college. In this first lesson, you’ll learn:
What You"ll Learn
- Understand what successful ADHD students do differently
- Learn what "ADHD-friendly" really means
- Discover the four habits that predict college success
Module 1 Success Blueprint
Module 1 Summary
Before moving on...
- Identify one ADHD strength you want to use in college.
- Write down one ADHD challenge you want to improve this semester.
- Download and save your Success Blueprint.
Module 2
Start the Semester With the Right Support
Many students with ADHD avoid accommodations because they think they don’t need them or worry they’ll look different. In reality, accommodations are one of the biggest advantages available to students who qualify. In this lesson, you’ll learn exactly how they work, when to use them, and how to advocate for yourself with confidence.
- Understand exactly how college accommodations work
- Learn why successful ADHD students use them
- Know how to request accommodations with confidence
- Download a professor email you can use immediately
Accommodation Success Checklist
Professor Email Template
Module 2 Summary
Before moving on...
- Find your college's disability services website.
- Save the office's contact information.
- Decide whether you'll apply for accommodations before classes begin.
Module 3
Build an ADHD-Friendly College System
The weeks before classes begin can determine how smoothly the entire semester goes. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to build an ADHD-friendly system—from choosing classes and professors to organizing your materials and creating routines that reduce stress before the first day.
- Choose classes that match your ADHD strengths
- Build a schedule that works with your ADHD
- Research professors before you register
- Set up organization systems that actually work
- How to prepare your campus routine before classes begin
ADHD Course Selection Guide
Module 3 College Setup Checklist
Module 3 Summary
Before moving on...
- Research your professors before finalizing your schedule.
- Create an ADHD-friendly class schedule that fits your strongest focus hours.
- Organize your backpack, supplies, and technology before move-in day.
Module 4
Build an Environment That Makes Focus Easier
Students with ADHD don’t rely on willpower to stay focused. They build environments, routines, and habits that make focus easier. In this lesson you’ll learn simple strategies that improve attention, motivation, and follow-through throughout the semester.
- ADHD-friendly classroom strategies that increase focus
- Why connecting with professors improves grades and motivation
- Daily habits that improve attention, memory, and performance
Module 4 Summary
Before moving on...
- Brainstorm where you might study when you need to focus on campus.
- Make a simple plan for sleep and exercise during your first week.
- Think of one professor you'll introduce yourself to during the first week of class.
Module 5
The ADHD Systems That Keep Students on Track
Students with ADHD are most successful when they stop relying on memory and motivation and start relying on systems. In this lesson you’ll learn practical strategies that improve accountability, productivity, and follow-through while reducing missed assignments and forgotten tasks.
- Build accountability that actually works
- Use your highest-energy hours wisely
- Create systems that prevent missed deadlines
Module 5 Quick Reference
Module 5 Summary
Before moving on...
- Choose an accountability partner (parent, roommate, friend, or coach).
- Schedule a recurring weekly planning session in your calendar.
- Set up at least one reminder system you will actually use this semester.
Module 6
Mastering Time Management
Successful ADHD students don’t rely on memory or motivation—they rely on systems. In this lesson, you’ll learn the weekly planning process I use with my ADHD coaching students to stay organized, reduce overwhelm, and consistently follow through.
- Build a weekly planning routine you'll actually use
- Break overwhelming assignments into simple action steps
- Replace memory with reliable systems
Module 6 Summary
Before moving on...
- Download your Module 6 Planning Summary
- Pick your weekly planning time.
- Add a re-occurring calendar reminder .
