Outcomes of Kelly Autism Program Students
Built on a legacy of success, we seek to empower students with autism to achieve their academic, social, and career goals.
Graduation Rate
KAP internal student graduation rate.
Retention Rate
Average retention per semester.
Attendance Rate
Per student per day of study tables.
Employment Rate
2025–2026 KAP graduate employment.
Positions After College
Breakdown of positions secured by KAP graduates post-graduation:
National Context & Benchmarks
Understanding the impact of KAP compared to national statistics for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD):
- National College Graduation Rate: Fewer than 20% of college students with autism graduate or are on track to graduate within 5 years after high school.
- National Unemployment Rate: 85% of people with ASD who hold a college degree are unemployed, compared to the pre-COVID national average of 4.4% for college-educated individuals.
1. "College students with autism have low graduation rate," The Arizona State Press.
2. "Bridging the Employment Gap," Stanford Medicine Center For Biodesign.
Program Impact Highlights
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Contact Information, Resources, and Giving
Kelly Autism Program
Suzanne Vitale Clinical Education Complex
104 Alumni Avenue,Bowling Green, KY 42101-1030
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