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Â鶹´«Ã½¸²Ãð¼Ç ("AMU," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and related services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Submit an admissions application or inquiry
• Register for events or programs
• Subscribe to newsletters or communications
• Make donations or purchases
• Contact us through forms or email
• Create an account or log in to university systems

This may include: name, email address, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, academic records, financial information, and other information relevant to your relationship with AMU.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website or source
• Device information (type, operating system)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Admissions and Enrollment: Process applications, communicate with prospective and current students
• Education Services: Provide academic programs, course materials, and student services
• Communication: Send newsletters, event invitations, and important university updates
• Fundraising: Process donations and communicate with donors
• Website Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
• Marketing: Promote university programs and events
• Legal Compliance: Meet legal and regulatory obligations
• Security: Protect against fraud and ensure website security

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can manage your cookie preferences through our Privacy Settings page.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality and security
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website (Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager)
• Marketing Cookies: Enable personalized advertising and track campaign effectiveness

How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third parties who help us operate our website and provide services (e.g., email providers, payment processors, analytics services)
• Educational Partners: Other educational institutions for transfer credits or collaborative programs
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Affiliated Organizations: Â鶹´«Ã½¸²Ãð¼Ç-related entities and foundations

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Cookie Management: Control cookie preferences through your browser or our Privacy Settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@avemaria.edu

Student Privacy (FERPA)

Â鶹´«Ã½¸²Ãð¼Ç complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which protects the privacy of student education records. Students have the right to:

• Inspect and review their education records
• Request amendment of inaccurate or misleading records
• Control disclosure of their education records
• File complaints with the U.S. Department of Education

For more information about FERPA rights, please contact the Registrar's Office.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.