Policies
Privacy Policy
Faith Theological Seminary and Christian College
Effective Date: July 1, 2026
Last Updated: July 28, 2026
Welcome to the website of Faith Theological Seminary and Christian College. We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of all visitors, students, faculty, alumni, donors, ministry partners, and community members who interact with our website and services.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and engage with our programs, admissions processes, online forms, communications, and digital services.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal and non-personal information in several ways, including when you:
Visit our website
Submit inquiry or contact forms
Apply for admission
Register for courses, events, or newsletters
Donate or make payments
Request information
Participate in online learning or ministry activities
Communicate with us by email, phone, or social media
A. Personal Information
Personal information may include:
Full name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Date of birth
Educational background
Church affiliation
Payment or donation information
Student or applicant records
Account login credentials
Any other information voluntarily submitted
B. Non-Personal Information
We may also automatically collect technical and usage information, including:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Operating system
Pages visited
Referral URLs
Date and time of access
Website interaction data
Cookies and analytics information
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
Provide educational, ministry, and institutional services
Process admissions and enrollment applications
Respond to inquiries and support requests
Communicate important institutional updates
Send newsletters, devotional content, and ministry communications
Process donations and payments
Improve website functionality and user experience
Maintain security and prevent fraud
Comply with legal and accreditation requirements
Support internal reporting, analytics, and administration
We may also use aggregated, non-identifiable data for research, reporting, or institutional planning purposes.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to improve user experience and understand website performance.
Cookies may help us:
Remember user preferences
Analyze website traffic
Improve navigation and functionality
Support website security
Personalize content
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some portions of the website may not function properly.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party providers to support our operations and services, including:
Website hosting providers
Learning management systems
Payment processors
Donation platforms
Email marketing services
Analytics services
Video conferencing or streaming platforms
These providers may access information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf and are expected to maintain appropriate privacy and security protections.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites linked from our site.
5. Student Records and Educational Privacy
As an educational institution, we may maintain records related to applicants, students, alumni, and participants.
Where applicable, we strive to comply with educational privacy laws and standards governing student records and institutional data protection.
Student information is accessed only by authorized personnel with legitimate educational or administrative purposes.
6. Donations and Payment Information
When donations, tuition payments, or other financial transactions are processed through our website, payment information may be handled by secure third-party payment processors.
We do not typically store full credit card or banking information on our servers unless specifically stated.
7. Email Communications
By providing your email address, you may receive:
Admissions information
Institutional announcements
Academic updates
Event invitations
Fundraising or ministry communications
Newsletters and devotional content
You may unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe link included in emails or by contacting us directly.
8. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed as completely secure. Users provide information at their own risk.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
Fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy
Comply with legal, accreditation, tax, or reporting obligations
Resolve disputes
Enforce institutional agreements and policies
Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information and applicable legal requirements.
10. Children's Privacy
Our website and educational services are generally intended for individuals over the age of 13 unless otherwise stated.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under applicable legal age requirements without appropriate consent.
If we become aware that such information has been collected improperly, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.
11. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have rights related to your personal information, including the right to:
Request access to personal data
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of certain information
Object to or restrict certain processing activities
Withdraw consent where applicable
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
12. International Users
If you access our website from outside the United States, you understand that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time.
Changes become effective immediately upon posting to this page unless otherwise stated. Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
We encourage users to review this page periodically.
14. International Student Data Handling
As a Christian institution serving students and ministry partners from various countries, [Seminary & Christian College Name] may collect, process, and store personal information related to international applicants, students, exchange participants, and ministry affiliates.
This information may include:
Passport or government-issued identification information
Visa and immigration documentation
Residency and citizenship status
Academic transcripts and educational records
Financial sponsorship or funding documentation
Emergency contact information
Language proficiency records
International student information is collected and processed for purposes including:
Admissions review and enrollment
Immigration and visa support
Compliance with governmental and accreditation requirements
Academic administration
Student support services
Housing, ministry, and campus life coordination
Information may be shared with authorized third parties when required for legitimate educational or legal purposes, including:
Government immigration authorities
Accreditation agencies
Educational partners
Student information system providers
Payment or tuition processing providers
By submitting information to us, international users understand and acknowledge that personal data may be transferred to, processed, and stored in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate, which may have data protection laws different from those in the user’s home country.
Where applicable, we take reasonable measures to safeguard international student data in accordance with applicable privacy and security standards.
15. Ministry Counseling and Spiritual Guidance Confidentiality Limitations
As part of our educational and ministry mission, we may offer spiritual mentorship, pastoral counseling, ministry guidance, prayer support, chaplaincy services, or related faith-based care.
While we strive to respect the privacy and dignity of all individuals seeking spiritual or ministry support, users should understand that communications made through online forms, email, video conferencing platforms, or digital communication systems may not always be fully secure or legally privileged.
Additionally, confidentiality may be limited under certain circumstances, including but not limited to:
Situations involving threats of harm to oneself or others
Suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation
Legal obligations or court orders
Institutional safety concerns
Compliance with applicable laws, reporting requirements, or accreditation standards
Information shared in ministry or counseling contexts may be accessible to authorized institutional personnel when reasonably necessary to provide care, ensure safety, maintain compliance, or support institutional operations.
Ministry counseling and spiritual guidance services provided by the institution are not intended to replace licensed medical, psychological, psychiatric, or legal services unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Individuals experiencing mental health crises, emergencies, or situations requiring clinical or legal intervention are encouraged to seek assistance from qualified licensed professionals or emergency services.
