college for my son ... New England

ok gang..my High School Junior son was diagnosed with nvld -reading comprehension late in his sophomore year..he is in learning support center in school.very social has some great xtra curr.act for his resume but low GPA...(working on that)..looking at Curry Dean Westfied state..my question is does the GPA matter as much when student is documented LD applicant..my older son went through hell applying..and did not get into his first choice freshman year but transfered his second year of college..does the admissions counselor look at an LD student differently..also anyone have any experience with Hartwick college in New York..suggestions and advise most welcome from now until next March!!! Thanks so much