Privacy Policy

Bethany College respects the privacy of visitors to our website and is committed to protecting the information you choose to share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected through the Bethany College website, how it is used, and the choices available to you.

Information We Collect

You may browse most areas of the Bethany College website without providing personal information. However, when you choose to complete a form, request information, register for an event, make a gift, or otherwise communicate with the College, we may collect information such as:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Academic interests or program inquiries
• Other information you voluntarily provide

We may also automatically collect limited technical information, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited, to help improve website performance and user experience.

Information submitted through online forms is collected only for the purpose stated on the form and is used by the appropriate College office to respond to your request or provide the requested service.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected through the website may be used to:

• Respond to requests or inquiries
• Provide information about academic programs, admissions, events, or College services
• Process registrations, applications, or donations
• Improve the functionality and effectiveness of the website
• Communicate with prospective students, current students, alumni, donors, and other members of the Bethany community when appropriate

We use personal information only for legitimate College purposes consistent with the reason it was provided. Bethany College does not sell personal information collected through its website.

Cookies & Website Analytics

Bethany College uses cookies and Google Analytics to support website functionality, understand how visitors use the website, and improve the user experience. Most web browsers allow you to manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Third-Party Services

The Bethany College website may contain links to third-party websites or use third-party services to process forms, registrations, donations, and other online transactions. These services operate under their own privacy policies, and Bethany College is not responsible for their privacy practices or content.

Student Records (FERPA)

The privacy of student education records is governed by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Information regarding student privacy rights and the FERPA Release Form is available through the Registrar’s Office.

Photography & Video

Bethany College may photograph or record campus events, academic activities, and student life for educational, promotional, marketing, and archival purposes. Images and video may appear in College publications, on the College website, social media channels, advertisements, and other official communications.

Information Security

Bethany College takes reasonable measures to protect information submitted through its website. While no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, the College works to safeguard information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

Changes to This Policy

Bethany College may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or institutional practices. The most current version will always be available on this page.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or Bethany College’s privacy practices, please visit our Contact and Directions page to reach the appropriate office.