Policies and Consumer Information
This page consolidates key university policies and all required Student Consumer Information. Use the search to quickly find topics, or expand sections below.
Student Consumer Information Required
The following links consolidate federally required disclosures for current and prospective students.
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General Institutional Information
Overview of the University, mission, leadership, locations, and contacts.
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Privacy of Student Records (FERPA)
FERPA gives students rights over their education records, including the right to inspect records and request corrections. Directory information may be released unless the student opts out.
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Facilities and Services for Students with Disabilities
Academic adjustments and auxiliary aids for eligible students. Requests begin with Student Accessibility Services.
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Price of Attendance and Net Price Calculator
See tuition, fees, and estimated living costs. Use the calculator to estimate your net price after typical grants and scholarships.
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Requirements for Withdrawal
Steps and deadlines to officially withdraw from courses or the University. Separate from federal aid recalculation.
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Class Schedule and Textbook Information
Find current class offerings and required course materials.
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Educational Programs, Instructional Facilities, and Faculty
Explore academic programs, key facilities, and faculty information.
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Transfer of Credit and Articulation Agreements
Policies explain how prior coursework transfers to JCU. Some programs have formal articulation pathways.
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Accreditation, Approval, and Licensure
JCU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Some programs hold specialized accreditation or licensure approvals.
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Copyright Infringement and IT Resources Policy
Unauthorized file sharing may violate federal law and University policy. Review expectations for responsible technology use.
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Student Activities
Opportunities to engage in organizations, leadership, and campus events.
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Career and Job Placement Services
Career exploration, internships, and job placement support.
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Teacher Education Assessment
Assessment results and evidence of candidate performance for educator preparation programs.
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Teacher Preparation Program Reports
Annual reports and effectiveness indicators for teacher preparation programs.
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Voter Registration
Students are encouraged to register to vote. Use the national portal or campus resources to get started.
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Notice of Availability of Institutional and Financial Aid Information
Official notice directing students to comprehensive financial aid disclosures.
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Health and Safety
Campus health and safety information, including drug and alcohol prevention, vaccination expectations, and security reports.
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Student Outcomes
Key outcomes such as retention and graduation rates, plus career or graduate school placement where available.
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Student Consumer Complaint Process
Students may seek resolution through institutional processes and, where applicable, file complaints with state authorities or the institutional accreditor.
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Web Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect information on jcu.edu.
Notice of Nondiscrimination Required
John Carroll University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in employment, or in its educational programs and activities.
Web Privacy Policy
This section links to privacy statements that govern web use and data handling in specific contexts. If a single sitewide policy is designated, link it here.
Web Accessibility
Report web accessibility issues, view responsibilities, and see accessibility resources.
Accreditation
Institutional accreditation and related references.
University Policies and Records Retention
Policy governance info and links to retention guidance.
IT Acceptable Use and Technology Policies
Minimum expectations for responsible use of University IT resources.
Last updated: October 7, 2025
