Privacy Policy

Personal Information Collection

Care Hope College collects personal information through our inquiry forms and direct calls, including your name, phone number, and email address.

Use of Personal Information

We use the personal information collected to contact you regarding admissions, class schedules, program updates, and other relevant communications that support your interest in Care Hope College programs. If you opt in to receive SMS communications, you may receive text messages for these purposes.

Sharing of Personal Information

Your personal information is shared only within the Care Hope College organization through our student information system. We do not share your personal information with third parties.

SMS Opt-in Information

By opting in to receive SMS communications, you agree to receive text messages from Care Hope College regarding admissions information, class schedules, program updates, and other communications. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message. SMS opt-in or phone numbers for the purpose of SMS are not being shared.

Privacy of Student Records (FERPA)

The Family Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. No one outside Care Hope College will have access to your education records, and the College will not disclose any information from those records without your consent, even in an emergency. Exceptions include compliance with judicial orders, subpoenas, audit and evaluation of federally-supported education programs, and recordkeeping.

Individuals applying for admission may waive their right of access to confidential statements, but such waivers are not a condition for admission, receipt of aid, or any other service. Release of education records will only occur under the conditions allowed by law. You may visit FERPA Federal Description for full details.

Faculty and Staff Access to Student Records

Under FERPA, Care Hope College faculty and staff may access student information only for legitimate educational interests and must keep all such information strictly confidential. "Legitimate educational interest" means that you are authorized to access student data necessary for fulfilling your professional responsibilities. This information may only be shared with other authorized school officials with the same legitimate interest. Failure to comply with FERPA regulations can result in academic dismissal or staff termination, and all available legal actions will be pursued to protect student information.