Privacy and Policy
Global Tech College (“GTC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), located in Toledo, Ohio, is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our students, prospective students, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with us through our website, online forms, or other communication methods, including SMS.
By using our services or submitting your information, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Institutional Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance
Global Tech College is a post-secondary institution located in Toledo, Ohio, offering degree programs in Computer Science and Business Management. We are:
- Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, a national accreditation agency continuously recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a reliable authority on educational quality since 1978.
- Licensed by the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools to confer college diplomas and associate degrees.
- Compliant with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which governs the privacy of student education records.
- Compliant with applicable consumer protection and data privacy laws, including the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and CAN-SPAM Act, where applicable.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
- Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and mailing address.
- Educational Information: Transcripts, prior academic history, enrollment details, and program interests.
- Device and Usage Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and information collected via cookies and analytics tools.
- Communication Preferences: Opt-in/opt-out preferences for SMS, email, and phone communications.
How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used for purposes including but not limited to:
- Processing admissions and enrollment applications
- Communicating program and financial aid information
- Sending transactional and administrative messages
- Improving academic services and user experience
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements
Sharing of Information
Global Tech College does not sell or rent personal information to third parties. We may share your information under the following circumstances:
- With service providers under contract who help us operate our website, manage communications, or fulfill educational services (e.g., Student Information Systems, CRM platforms)
- As required by law or in response to valid legal processes
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of GTC, our students, or others
- With accreditation bodies and government agencies as required for compliance
SMS Terms and Conditions
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting our Office of Admissions or Registrar.
- Opt-Out: You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe link in emails or replying STOP to SMS messages.
- FERPA Rights: Students may inspect and request amendments to their education records, and may also restrict the disclosure of directory information.
Your Rights and Choices
By opting in to SMS messaging from Global Tech College, you consent to receive text messages (SMS) from us pertaining to your inquiry about our Computer Science and/or Business Management degree programs. These messages may be sent via automated systems.
- If assistance is required, customers can reply HELP for more information
- If customers no longer wish to receive SMS from us, they can unsubscribe by replying STOP
- Message and data rates may apply
- Message frequency may vary
No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared or sold.
Data Security
We implement a range of technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, regulatory, and accreditation obligations.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting any information.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:
Global Tech College
Office of the Registrar / Office of Admissions
5555 Airport Hwy, Suite 130
Toledo, OH 43615
Email: [email protected] | [email protected]
Phone: (419) 315-4388