We are excited to introduce AccessMSU, an innovative and student-focused data system that modernizes how accommodations are requested, viewed, and managed at the Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD).
Note: Instructors, please use the Returning User Login above.
What has changed:
What has not changed:
Below, we’ve included instructions on how to use AccessMSU as a student, employee, and instructor. Each section includes PowerPoint presentations with more in-depth instructions and guiding screenshots.
Submit Online Application
Formally identify as a student or employee with a physical, sensory, cognitive or psychological disability via the AccessMSU accommodation portal.
For step-by-step instructions with screenshots, please review our Student Guide – Getting Started PowerPoint. You can also access screen reader instructions for submitting your application.
Fill in your information and select “Create Application Draft” – your application will be saved in our system and you can return to it later if needed.
Note: Accommodations cannot be provided for draft applications. Please complete all steps to submit your application.
*All required fields must be completed in order to submit the application. If you are unsure what to put please contact us.
You can review the status of your application at any time by logging back into AccessMSU.
Formally identify as a student or employee with a physical, sensory, cognitive or psychological disability via the AccessMSU accommodation portal.
Fill in your information and select “Create Application Draft” – your application will be saved in our system and you can return to it later if needed.
Note: Accommodations cannot be provided for draft applications. Please complete all steps to submit your application.
*All required fields must be completed in order to submit the application. If you are unsure what to put please contact us.
You can find screen reader instructions for submitting your application here.
Instructors
AccessMSU is a centralized accommodation portal where students’ accommodation letters are saved and available to their instructors.
AccessMSU is a centralized accommodation portal where students’ accommodation letters are saved and available to their instructors.
For step-by-step instructions with screenshots, please review our Instructor Guide PowerPoint.
From the Overview page, you can create a spreadsheet of all your students and their accommodations, expand “Export Data: Student” and click on “Export Accommodation Requests”
How to send your Accommodation Letter
Accommodation Letters should be shared with instructors at the start of each semester through AccessMSU by following the steps below:
For step-by-step instructions with screenshots, please review our Student Guide – Sharing Accommodations PowerPoint.
On the next page, you'll select all the accommodations you'd like for your classes. Choose the "Select All" option if you want to include all of your approved accommodation eligibility on your accommodation letter.
Note: If you did not select the "Apply all" option on the previous page, you will need to choose accommodations for each class individually.
With RCPD's shift to AccessMSU, Accommodation Letters have a new look and are submitted to instructors via AccessMSU. As the MSU community shifts to this new process, you may receive Accommodation Letters a few different ways.
Prior to June 1, 2026, students sent instructors their Accommodation Letters via email. Students affiliated with RCPD prior to June 1, 2026 may have existing Accommodation Letters that were created and sent via RCPD's former process. If a student emails you their non-AccessMSU Accommodation Letter and it is still valid (check the "Valid Through" date at the top), accept the Letter and encourage the student to send their updated Accommodation Letter via AccessMSU.

You will receive Accommodation Letters from AccessMSU via email (from notify@rcpd.msu.edu) and/or you can login to AccessMSU to utilize your customized instructor portal. For instructions about how to view Accommodation Letters via AccessMSU, please refer to the "How to View Accommodation Letters" drop-down tab on RCPD's AccessMSU resource page.

We encourage instructors to update their syllabi language and have provided a new model statement below:
Michigan State University is committed to providing access and inclusion in all programs, services and activities. Disabled persons should contact the Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities at 517-884-RCPD or by visiting RCPD’s website to request accommodations. Additional communication between the student, instructor, and RCPD specialist may be necessary to ensure an accessible classroom experience.
Please send your Accommodation Letter to me as soon as possible so I can ensure proper facilitation of accommodations. Accommodation Letters are generated and sent from within the AccessMSU student portal. Accommodations are not required to be provided prior to me receiving the letter. Students affiliated with RCPD prior to June 1, 2026 may have existing Accommodation Letters that were previously sent via email communication with instructors. I can still accept these letters, but you will need to also send your Accommodation Letter via AccessMSU.