Accessibility Statement
We are committed to ensuring our GPA calculators are accessible to all Eastern Michigan University students, regardless of ability or technology used.
Last updated: September 13, 2025
EMU GPA Calculator is committed to providing an inclusive experience for all users. We believe that academic planning tools should be accessible to students with disabilities, and we continuously work to improve the accessibility of our website and calculators.
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards, which help make web content more accessible to people with disabilities.
Keyboard Navigation
- • All interactive elements can be accessed using keyboard navigation
- • Tab order follows a logical sequence through the page
- • Focus indicators are clearly visible
- • Skip links allow users to jump to main content
Screen Reader Support
- • Proper heading structure (H1, H2, H3) for easy navigation
- • Descriptive alt text for all images
- • ARIA labels and descriptions for complex elements
- • Form labels clearly associated with input fields
Visual Design
- • High contrast color scheme for better readability
- • Text size can be increased up to 200% without loss of functionality
- • Color is not the only way information is conveyed
- • Clear, readable fonts throughout the website
Mobile and Responsive Design
- • Fully responsive design works on all device sizes
- • Touch targets are appropriately sized for mobile devices
- • Content reflows properly when zoomed
- • Horizontal scrolling is minimized
Our website is designed to be compatible with assistive technologies, including:
Screen Readers
- • NVDA (Windows)
- • JAWS (Windows)
- • VoiceOver (macOS/iOS)
- • TalkBack (Android)
Other Tools
- • Voice recognition software
- • Switch navigation devices
- • Magnification software
- • Alternative keyboards
Our website is tested and supported on the following platforms:
Desktop Browsers
- • Chrome (latest version)
- • Firefox (latest version)
- • Safari (latest version)
- • Edge (latest version)
Mobile Platforms
- • iOS Safari
- • Android Chrome
- • Mobile Firefox
- • Samsung Internet
While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge some current limitations:
- • Some complex calculator interactions may require additional screen reader announcements (we're working on improvements)
- • PDF documents, if any, may not be fully accessible (we're working to provide alternatives)
- • Some third-party embedded content may not meet our accessibility standards (we're evaluating alternatives)
We are actively working to address these limitations in future updates.
We welcome feedback about the accessibility of our website. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know:
Email: accessibility@emugpacalculator.vercel.app
Contact Form: Use our accessible contact form
When reporting accessibility issues, please include:
- • The specific page or feature you're having trouble with
- • The assistive technology you're using (if applicable)
- • Your browser and operating system
- • A description of the problem you encountered
If you need information from our website in an alternative format (such as large print, audio, or another accessible format), please contact us. We will work with you to provide the information in a format that meets your needs, typically within 5-7 business days.
Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. Our efforts include:
- • Regular accessibility audits and testing
- • User testing with people who use assistive technologies
- • Staying current with accessibility best practices and guidelines
- • Training our team on accessibility principles
- • Incorporating accessibility considerations into all new features
For additional accessibility support and resources at Eastern Michigan University:
- • EMU Disability Resource Center: Provides accommodations and support services for students with disabilities
- • EMU IT Accessibility: Technical accessibility support for university systems
- • EMU Library Accessibility Services: Alternative format materials and assistive technology
Note: While we provide information about EMU resources, we are not affiliated with Eastern Michigan University. Please contact EMU directly for official accessibility services.
Your feedback helps us improve accessibility for all users. Whether you've encountered a barrier or have a suggestion for improvement, we want to hear from you.