STUDENT INFORMATION

Catalog and Student Handbook Acknowledgement

Westcliff University provides online access to the Catalog and Student Handbook for all students. The Catalog and Student Handbook is a guide to policies, procedures, and general information about the institution to assist student understanding of all aspects of Westcliff University.

I, {firstName} {lastName}, hereby acknowledge that I have accessed the Catalog and Student Handbook provided by Westcliff University.

I, {firstName} {lastName}, understand that I should consult my Student Services Advisor or College Dean regarding any questions I may have that may not be answered, covered, or fully explained in the Catalog and Student Handbook.

I, {firstName} {lastName}, understand that the information and policies described herein are necessarily subject to change and I acknowledge that revisions to the Catalog and Student Handbook may occur. I understand that all such changes are to be communicated through official notices, and I further understand that revised information may supersede, modify, or eliminate existing policies.

I, {firstName} {lastName}, acknowledge that the Catalog and Student Handbook is neither a contract of admissions nor a legal document.

I, {firstName} {lastName}, acknowledge that it is my responsibility to Westcliff University to comply with the policies contained in the Catalog and Student Handbook and any revisions made therein.

I herein acknowledge my assent by signing below:

STUDENT INFORMATION

Please mail an Official transcript to Westcliff University at the address listed below:

WESTCLIFF UNIVERSITY
16715 Von Karman Ave Suite 400
Irvine, CA 92606
888-491-8686
transcript@westcliff.edu

TO THE RECEIVING INSTITUTION

In accordance with the Federal Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 and subsequent amendments, your records cannot be released without your written consent.

By signing this request, I, {firstName} {lastName}, authorize all my previous institutions to release information that includes Official Transcripts and Degree Verification to Westcliff University. I understand that I will be responsible for the cost of the requested document(s) and that Westcliff University will bill the cost to my student account.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. It applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the United States Department of Education.

In accordance with FERPA and the University Privacy Policy, students have the right to inspect and review their student records maintained by the University. Student records at Westcliff University are maintained by many different departments. To make a formal written request, please complete this form and submit it to the department maintaining the record(s) you seek to review.

I, {firstName} {lastName}, understand the information may be released orally or in the form of copies of written records, as preferred by the requestor. I also understand that I have the right to inspect any written records released pursuant to this Consent.

I, {firstName} {lastName}, understand I may revoke this consent upon providing written notice to the Office of the University. This consent remains in effect for the Individual for the specific purpose(s) stated above until a revocation is submitted.

I have read and understand the contents of this consent form pertaining to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.

The Higher Education Act (HEA) is a federal law that governs the administration of most federal financial aid programs. Section 483(a)(3)(E) of the HEA restricts the use of FAFSA/ISIR data in order to protect student privacy. 

 Student financial aid only be used for the application, award, and administration of aid awarded under the Title IV student aid program, state aid, or aid awarded by eligible institutions designated by the Department of Education.

With a student’s written consent, financial aid information relating only to the components of the cost of attendance can also be released to scholarship-granting organizations, tribal organizations, or other organizations assisting the applicant in applying for and receiving federal, state, local, or tribal financial assistance.

 If you would like to provide consent to release information related to the cost of attendance to an outside organization or department in order to allow them to assist in applying for and receiving federal, state, local, or tribal financial assistance please provide the following information: 

I, {firstName} {lastName}, understand that this information can only be released so that the specified department and organization can assist me in applying for and receiving federal, state, local, or tribal financial assistance and agree to the release of the specified information for those purposes.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) are federal civil rights regulations that prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life. These regulations give civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities similar to those provided to individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, and religion. It guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations, employment, transportation, state and local government services, and telecommunications. The ADA is divided into five titles (or sections) that relate to different areas of public life: Title I (Employment), Title II (State and Local Government), Title III (Public Accommodations), Title IV (Telecommunications), and Title V (Miscellaneous Provisions).

Self-Disclosure & Request for Accommodations

Westcliff University (“the School”) does not discriminate on the basis of disability. Individuals with disabilities are entitled to a reasonable accommodation to ensure that they have full and equal access to the School’s educational resources, consistent with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 794) (“Section 504”) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12182) (“ADA”), their related statutes and regulations, and corresponding state and local laws.

Section 504 prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. The ADA prohibits a place of public accommodation from discriminating on the basis of disability. The applicable law and regulations may be examined in the office of the ADA Compliance Coordinator, or his/her trained designee who has been designated to coordinate the efforts of the School to comply with Section 504 and ADA.

ADA Compliance Coordinator & ADA Deputy Coordinator:
April Vuong, Coordinator
Josh Schoonover, Deputy (trained designee)
16715 Von Karman Ave. #100
Irvine, CA 92606
(888) 491-8686
ADA@westcliff.edu

I acknowledge that in order to request disabilities accommodation I must contact the ADA Compliance Coordinator directly.

I acknowledge that disclosure of a disability or a request for accommodation made to any staff, faculty, or personnel other than the ADA Compliance Coordinator will not be treated as a request for an accommodation.

I acknowledge that consideration and implementation, for accommodation requested to the ADA Compliance Coordinator, must be requested at least two weeks prior to when the accommodation is needed.

I acknowledge that I received access to the request for accommodations form. Request for Accommodations by Westcliff University.

I acknowledge that I received access to the Accommodation Verification form which requires to be completed by a qualified professional. Accommodation Verification Form by Westcliff University.

I acknowledge that the School may request additional documentation or testing as needed. I further acknowledge that before obtaining medical documentation, I have reviewed the qualifications of professionals described on the Disability Accommodations and Resources webpage.

I herein acknowledge my assent to the Americans with Disabilities Act by signing below:

I, {firstName} {lastName}, understand that Westcliff University may use my image (photographs, videos, and/or voice) for media publications including but not limited to: Digital - photographs, videos/audio, webinars, website and/or affiliates, publications, all social media channels, advertisements, flyers/brochures, email blasts, newsletters, and other; Print - photographs, website and/or affiliates, publications, advertisements, flyers/brochures, newsletters, and other.

I recognize that my image and words may be seen, heard, or read in the material available to students, faculty, staff, and to people outside the Westcliff community. I hereby waive any right to inspect or approve all content that may be used by the university now or in the future, whether that use is known or unknown to me. I also waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from the use of my image.

I recognize that my image and words may be seen, heard, or read in the material available to students, faculty, staff, and to people outside the Westcliff community. I hereby waive any right to inspect or approve all content that may be used by the university now or in the future, whether that use is known or unknown to me. I also waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from the use of my image.

I understand the use of this material will comply fully with Westcliff’s values, policies, and statements. I also understand all content may be cropped and/or altered for use, and release Westcliff, and those acting under its authority, from liability related to intentional and unintentional alterations.

I understand and agree with the images and other content described above are Westcliff’s exclusive property and grant Westcliff the unrestricted and irrevocable royalty-free right to copyright, publish, and re-publish them.

There is no time limit on the validity of this consent and release. I understand it lasts for all time and that my agreement is voluntary and not a condition or requirement of my participation.

Please initial the paragraph below, signifying your understanding of the above terms:

Please read these disclosures and provide your signature to signify your agreement. If you have questions, please obtain clarification before signing.

Housing: 
Your housing selection is strictly up to you, as are the terms of your lease. Westcliff provides no student housing but, if you ask, may suggest housing providers. The university does not subsidize housing or other living costs. It has no responsibility for anything occurring in or around your leased premises, or for issues with your landlord or between you and other tenants, whether or not they are Westcliff students or staff.

Transferring credits to Westcliff: 
Westcliff will consider and may allow transfers of credits from other schools after reviewing your transcript, the course curricula, and other factors. However, credit transfers are not guaranteed. 

Transferring credits out from Westcliff: 
If you should ever consider transferring from Westcliff it would be wise, before you decide, to determine whether the other school will accept your Westcliff credits. Westcliff cannot and does not guarantee that other institutions will accept Westcliff credits for transfer.

Tuition rates: 
Tuition may be adjusted occasionally (usually annually) upon notice to students. Westcliff does not guarantee tuition rates.

Scholarships: 
Westcliff reevaluates each student’s scholarships periodically and may increase, reduce, or eliminate them based on parameters such as academic achievement, athletic performance, and other factors.

Academic Programs: 
Westcliff’s catalog lists all academic programs and courses. It is updated regularly, and your academic program may be amended occasionally as new courses are introduced or existing ones are revised or discontinued.

Food: 
Westcliff may, at its discretion, provide liquid refreshments and perhaps food at some events. However, the university offers no meal plans, food services, cafeteria services, food subsidies, or discounts.

Transportation: 
Westcliff does not provide or pay for student transportation services.
*Transportation may be provided at times for student-athlete teams traveling between campus and away games, and occasionally for other students in special circumstances. 

Playing time: 
Athletics coaches make all decisions about athletic strategy and playing time. Westcliff does not guarantee student-athletes playing positions or playing time during games.  

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) are federal civil rights regulations that prohibit discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life. These regulations give civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities similar to those provided to individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, and religion. It guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations, employment, transportation, state and local government services, and telecommunications. The ADA is divided into five titles (or sections) that relate to different areas of public life: Title I (Employment), Title II (State and Local Government), Title III (Public Accommodations), Title IV (Telecommunications), and Title V (Miscellaneous Provisions).

Self-Disclosure & Request for Accommodations

Westcliff University (“the School”) does not discriminate on the basis of disability. Individuals with disabilities are entitled to a reasonable accommodation to ensure that they have full and equal access to the School’s educational resources, consistent with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 794) (“Section 504”) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12182) (“ADA”), their related statutes and regulations, and corresponding state and local laws.

Section 504 prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. The ADA prohibits a place of public accommodation from discriminating on the basis of disability. The applicable law and regulations may be examined in the office of the ADA Compliance Coordinator, or his/her trained designee who has been designated to coordinate the efforts of the School to comply with Section 504 and ADA.

ADA Compliance Coordinator & ADA Deputy Coordinator:
April Vuong, Coordinator
Josh Schoonover, Deputy (trained designee)
16715 Von Karman Ave. #100
Irvine, CA 92606
(888) 491-8686
ADA@westcliff.edu

I acknowledge that in order to request disabilities accommodation I must contact the ADA Compliance Coordinator directly.

I acknowledge that disclosure of a disability or a request for accommodation made to any staff, faculty, or personnel other than the ADA Compliance Coordinator will not be treated as a request for an accommodation.

I acknowledge that consideration and implementation, for accommodation requested to the ADA Compliance Coordinator, must be requested at least two weeks prior to when the accommodation is needed.

I acknowledge that I received access to the request for accommodations form. Request for Accommodations by Westcliff University.

I acknowledge that I received access to the Accommodation Verification form which requires to be completed by a qualified professional. Accommodation Verification Form by Westcliff University.

I acknowledge that the School may request additional documentation or testing as needed. I further acknowledge that before obtaining medical documentation, I have reviewed the qualifications of professionals described on the Disability Accommodations and Resources webpage.

I herein acknowledge my assent to the Americans with Disabilities Act by signing below: