Stellar Career College Chicago

Terms and Policies

Terms and Policies for Personal Information Collection

Stellar Career College values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This document details how we collect, use, and disclose your information when you submit applications or forms. You may limit the personal information that you provide to the College. However, certain personal information may be required by the corresponding regulatory agencies. By submitting your application, you consent to the terms outlined below.

Data Collection

Stellar Career College collects personal information for the following purposes:

   – Admissions and Enrollment: Processing applications and facilitating enrollment.

   – Educational Services: Managing course records, grades, and support services.

   – Compliance and Reporting: Meeting regulatory requirements and reporting to regulatory agencies including but not limited to the accrediting agencies, boards of education, financial aid processing agencies etc.

Types of Data Collected:

   – Personal Identification Information: Such as name, date of birth, and contact details.

   – Academic Information: Including academic history, transcripts, and application documents.

   – Financial Information: Payment details and financial aid data.

   – Sensitive Information: Health or disability-related data, where necessary.

Legal Basis for Data Processing

We process your data based on the following legal grounds:

   – Contractual Necessity: To provide educational services as per your enrollment contract.

   – Legal Compliance: For regulatory purposes, such as reporting and visa processing.

   – Legitimate Interests: To maintain operational efficiency and ensure student welfare.

Sensitive data will only be processed with explicit consent or as required by law.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

Your data may be shared with:

   – Authorized Personnel: Faculty and staff for academic and administrative purposes.

   – Third-Party Service Providers: For IT services, payment processing, and secure communication.

   – Regulatory Bodies: Including accrediting agencies and government authorities.

Data sharing is limited to necessary information, and all third parties comply with data protection laws.

Data Security and Retention

Stellar Career College employs robust security measures, including:

   – Encryption: Protects data during transmission and storage.

   – Access Controls: Limits access to personal data to authorized individuals.

   – Regular Audits: Ensures data integrity and prevents unauthorized access.

 

Data Retention Policy:

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined or as required by law. Upon expiration of the retention period, data will be securely deleted or destroyed.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

   – Access: Request a copy of your personal data.

   – Correction: Update or correct inaccurate data.

   – Deletion: Request deletion of data under certain conditions.

   – Restriction of Processing: Request limited processing of your data.

To exercise these rights, contact our Data Protection Officer at [Contact Information].

Cookies and Online Tracking

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Consent Statement

By submitting this application, I hereby consent to the collection, use, and storage of my personal information by Stellar Career College for processing my application, providing relevant updates, and maintaining communication regarding my enrollment, courses, and other educational matters. I understand that this information may be used to communicate through various channels, including email, phone, and SMS. I acknowledge that my data will be handled in accordance with Stellar Career College’s privacy policy, and I have the right to request access to or correction of my personal information at any time.

Policy Changes

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be posted on our website, and updates will be communicated directly to you as necessary.

Contact Information

For any questions or concerns about this policy, or to exercise your data rights, please contact: