Beacon College

Beacon College Beacon College is a nonprofit liberal arts college in Leesburg, Florida, and America's first accredi The current enrollment is 428 students.

Founded in 1989, Beacon College is the first accredited college in the U.S. that awards bachelor degrees primarily to students with learning disabilities. The college serves students with specific learning disabilities, ADHD, and high-functioning autistic-spectrum disorders.

Big emotions don't always come with a roadmap. 🗺️For many children, especially those who are neurodivergent, a sudden su...
06/03/2026

Big emotions don't always come with a roadmap. 🗺️

For many children, especially those who are neurodivergent, a sudden surge of feelings can lead to shutdowns or "overreactions" that leave others confused. Too often, these moments are met with judgment rather than curiosity.

But here’s the truth: Emotional intelligence is a skill that can be taught.

On the next episode of A World of Difference - Beacon College, we’re diving deep into how we can build these essential life skills together.

Watch: WUCF TV 📺 or the PBS app
When: June 13 at 6 p.m. EST 📅

We're thrilled to be included in the Forbes Accessibility 200 list that honors Beacon as one of the biggest innovators ...
05/27/2026

We're thrilled to be included in the Forbes Accessibility 200 list that honors Beacon as one of the biggest innovators and impact-makers in Accessibility!
The list highlights top global organizations across fields including consumer products, software, education, AI-driven robotics, sports and recreation, travel, the workplace and the arts. Beacon was one of only six higher education institutions included.

Celebrating Dr. Hagerty's Legacy - National Visibility Through Faculty ExpertiseDuring the Hagerty presidency, Beacon Co...
05/20/2026

Celebrating Dr. Hagerty's Legacy - National Visibility Through Faculty Expertise
During the Hagerty presidency, Beacon College expanded its national visibility through the expertise of its faculty and staff. Beacon professors were featured in Voice of America, Fast Company, The New York Times, Forbes, The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inside Higher Ed and The Hechinger Report. They offered insight in psychology, mental health, anthrozoology, history, mathematics, literature, business and the sciences.
These contributions helped families nationwide discover Beacon’s mission and contributed to a student body now representing all 50 states.

05/15/2026

Neurodiversity is a driver of innovation and leadership. 🎓

Watch the highlights from our 2026 Commencement address delivered by honorary degree recipient, bestselling author, and cognitive scientist Dr. Maureen Dunne

From starting her academic journey at a community college to becoming the first community college graduate ever selected as a Rhodes Scholar, Dr. Dunne’s trailblazing path is proof that unique minds change the world.

Dr. Dunne—who has previously been featured as a Difference Maker on A World of Difference - Beacon College television series—reminds us all that inclusion is the ultimate catalyst for success.

Beacon College student-athletes got it done in the classroom and in competition. With a 3.25 combined overall GPA, our B...
05/14/2026

Beacon College student-athletes got it done in the classroom and in competition. With a 3.25 combined overall GPA, our Blazers continue to represent commitment, discipline, and teamwork at the highest level.
Stronger together. Brighter together.

05/14/2026

At Beacon College’s 36th Commencement Exercises, the College conferred the Doctor of Humane Letters upon Fred and Nancy Poses in recognition of their visionary leadership through Understood.org and the Poses Family Foundation.

For more than three decades, the Poses have advanced a mission rooted in expanding opportunity for people who learn and think differently. Through Understood.org, they have built one of the nation’s leading nonprofits dedicated to supporting neurodiverse families—working toward an ambitious goal of putting 100 million neurodivergent individuals on a path to thriving by 2030.

Their philanthropic work through the Poses Family Foundation has further strengthened systems of access, equity, and inclusion. From education and after‑school programming to cultural institutions and disability advocacy, the Foundation has helped shape environments where neurodivergent individuals can learn, grow, and contribute.

Beacon College is proud to honor the Poses for their sustained commitment to creating a world that recognizes and celebrates neurodiversity.

We're so proud of the hard work and dedication shown through their years at Beacon. We're looking forward to great thing...
05/12/2026

We're so proud of the hard work and dedication shown through their years at Beacon. We're looking forward to great things from these graduates!

In our latest episode of A World of Difference - Beacon College, we learn practical strategies for supporting children w...
05/07/2026

In our latest episode of A World of Difference - Beacon College, we learn practical strategies for supporting children with Pathological Demand Avoidance.

Missed the episode? Catch the re-air tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. EST on WUCF TV.

Late Night Breakfast: May the Fourth Be With YouOn Monday, students kicked off the last week of the semester with a late...
05/06/2026

Late Night Breakfast: May the Fourth Be With You
On Monday, students kicked off the last week of the semester with a late night breakfast party that was out of this galaxy 🚀 From the decorations to the food to the amazing vibes, students enjoyed a Star Wars themed Late Night Breakfast for May the Fourth.

05/06/2026

Exciting opportunities for Beacon College students for virtual internships with ZooTampa at Lowry Park!

Address

105 E Main Street
Leesburg, FL
34748

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+13527877660

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