Arkansas Department of Education
Arkansas School for the Deaf and Blind (ARDB)
State school serving deaf, hard-of-hearing, blind and visually impaired students ages 3-21, plus statewide outreach services (including for families of babies 0-3).
Official websiteOfficial Path
School & LearningBirth to 3Ages 3–5School ageTransition (14–21)
Who qualifies
- Age
- Birth through 21
- Needs
- Admission governed by IDEA and Ark. Code 6-43
How to apply
- 1Ages 0-3: contact ARDB Statewide Services
- 2Ages 2-5: request referral through your preschool co-op
- 3Ages 5-21: request referral from your home school district
- 4Admissions Team reviews the application
Official sourceLast checked September 24, 2026
Sources
Your experience
Applying, waiting, or been through it? Your story helps the next family.
Sign in to share your experienceSee what else you may qualify for
Three quick questions build a Care Map of every program that fits — with deadlines first.