College Navigator: A federal online tool providing institutional data on enrollment, retention, financial aid, and outcomes.
Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act (EADA) Report: Annual report on athletic participation rates, financial support, and resources provided to men's and women's teams.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA): Federal law protecting the privacy of student education records.
Clery Act / Campus Security Report: Annual report on campus safety policies and crime statistics.
Cash Management Policy: Federal regulation governing handling of Title IV funds.
PROCESS:
1. Information Compilation
Offices of Academic Affairs, Financial Aid, Athletics, Registrar, and Student Affairs provide required data annually.
The Office of Institutional Research ensures accuracy, compliance, and accessibility.
2. Publication and Distribution
Consumer Information is published on the University's website and distributed electronically to all students and employees each academic year.
Prospective students are provided disclosures upon request and during recruitment activities.
3. Compliance Monitoring
The Office of Institutional Research coordinates with responsible offices to ensure timely submission of reports, including:
Accreditation, approval, and licensure disclosures
FERPA and student privacy policies
Athletic completion and graduation rates
Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act report
Financial aid and cash management policies
Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund reports
Facilities and services for students with disabilities
Copyright infringement and computer use policies
Foreign gifts or contracts above $250,000
4. Annual Review
Consumer Information is reviewed and updated annually prior to the start of the fall semester.
Updates are reported to the Board of Regents and documented for audit compliance.
REFERENCES AND RELATED MATERIALS:
U.S. Department of Education Consumer Information Regulations
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act