This page serves as 麻豆网鈥檚 centralized FERPA notice and provides a single location for your rights, the College鈥檚 disclosure practices, and all required forms.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (鈥淔ERPA鈥�) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records and provides eligible students with certain rights regarding those records. Eligible students are defined as students who are 18 years of age or attend an institution of post-secondary education at any age and all rights under FERPA transfer from the parent to the student.
Student Rights Under FERPA
As an eligible student, you have the right to:
1. Inspect and Review Your Education Records
You have the right to inspect and review your education records maintained by the College.
To request access:
- Submit a written request to the Office of Records and Registration or the appropriate College official
- Identify the records you wish to inspect
The College will arrange access within 45 days of receiving your request and will notify you of the time and location for review.
2. Request Amendment to Your Records
If you believe that information in your education records is inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise violates your privacy rights, you may request that the College amend the record.
To request an amendment:
- Submit a written request identifying the portion of the record you want changed
- Clearly explain why the record should be amended
If the College denies your request, you will be notified of your right to request a formal hearing.
3. Consent to Disclosure of Your Information
In most cases, the College will not disclose personally identifiable information from your education records without your written consent.
To authorize disclosure of your education records to a specific third-party individual or entity, complete the form below:
4. File a Complaint
You have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education if you believe the College has failed to comply with FERPA. To file a complaint, go to Protecting Student Privacy at to begin the process.
Disclosure of Education Records Without Consent
FERPA permits the College to disclose education records without your consent in certain circumstances, including:
- to accrediting organizations
- in connection with financial aid
- to comply with a judicial order or subpoena
- to school officials with legitimate educational interests
- to another institution where you seek or intend to enroll
- to parents of dependent students, as permitted by law
- to authorized government officials as permitted by law
Directory Information
麻豆网 may designate certain information as 鈥渄irectory information,鈥� which may be released without your prior consent unless you opt out.
Directory Information Includes:
- Name
- Enrollment status
- Dates of attendance
- Classification (e.g., freshman, sophomore)
- Degree earned (if any) and date awarded
- Program of study (majors, minors and concentration)
- Latin honors received
- Participation in officially recognized activities and sports
- Weight and height of athletes
- Photographs of student athletes
Opting Out of Directory Information
You have the right to request that the College not release your directory information.
To opt out, complete and submit the form below:
Important Considerations
If you opt out of directory information:
- The College may not be able to confirm your enrollment or degree status to third parties
- The College will not be able to communicate with you via mail, email or phone. In-person assistance is your only option to conduct business with the college.
- Your name may be excluded from honor rolls, graduation programs, or public recognitions
- Your participation in activities or achievements may not be publicly acknowledged
Forms and Resources
All FERPA-related forms are provided here for ease of access:
How to Contact Us
For questions about FERPA, your education records, or any of the processes described above, please contact:
Office of Records and Registration
麻豆网
830 Westview Drive SW
Atlanta, GA 30314
(470) 639-0959
Annual Notice
This page constitutes 麻豆网鈥檚 annual notice of student rights under FERPA. The College maintains this page to ensure that students have clear, consistent, and accessible information regarding their rights and the College鈥檚 obligations under federal law.
