privacy policy
Bellevue University (“University”) is committed to respecting your privacy and protecting the personal information you share with the University. This Privacy Policy explains how the University collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information when you visit its website, submit forms, apply for admission, request information, participate in University programs, or otherwise interact with its online services.
Please read this policy carefully to understand the University’s policies and practices regarding your information and how the University will treat it. If you do not agree with the University’s policies and practices, your choice is to not use the Bellevue University website. By using the University’s website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. This policy may change from time to time. Your continued use of the website after the University makes changes is deemed to be acceptance of those changes, so please check the policy periodically for updates.
Information Bellevue University Collects and How It’s Collected
Information You Provide Directly
Bellevue University may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Mailing address
- Telephone number
- Date of birth
- Educational background
- Academic interests
- Employment information
- Application and enrollment information
- Event registration information
- Alumni and donor information
- Communications submitted through forms, email, chat, agentic AI or surveys
Bellevue University collects this information:
- Directly from you when you provide it to the University.
- Automatically as you navigate through the website.
- From third parties, for example, University business partners and service providers.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the website, the University may automatically collect certain information, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on pages
- Clickstream data
- Approximate geographic location
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Bellevue University uses cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:
- Improve website performance
- Remember user preferences
- Analyze website usage
- Support marketing and advertising efforts
- Personalize content and experiences
Some content or applications, including advertisements, on the website are served by third-parties, including advertisers, ad networks and servers, content providers, and application providers. These third parties may use cookies to collect information about you when you use the website. The information they collect may be associated with your personal information or they may collect information, including personal information, about your online activities over time and across different websites and other online services. They may use this information to provide you with interest-based (behavioral) advertising or other targeted content.
Bellevue University may use automatic data collection tools such as:
- Google Analytics
- Google Ads
- Meta Pixel
- LinkedIn Insight Tag
- Microsoft Ads
- Other analytics and advertising platforms
These technologies help us understand website performance, improve user experiences, and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
Bellevue University does not control these third parties’ tracking technologies or how they may be used. If you have any questions about an advertisement or other targeted content, you should contact the responsible provider directly.
Users can manage cookie preferences through browser settings or the cookie preference center. For additional information about how the University uses cookies and similar technologies, review Bellevue University’s Website Cookie Policy.
How the University Uses Your Information
Bellevue University may use information you provide to:
- Respond to inquiries and requests
- Process admissions applications
- Manage enrollment and student services
- Communicate academic, administrative, and campus information
- Provide requested programs and services
- Send marketing and recruitment communications
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Conduct analytics and reporting
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect the security and integrity of University systems
- Present the website and its contents to you
- Allow you to participate in interactive features on the website
- To fulfill any other purpose for which you provide it
- In any other way the University may describe when you provide the information
- For any other purpose with your consent
Marketing Communications
If you request information from Bellevue University, register for an event, or otherwise express interest in University programs, the University may send communications about:
- Academic programs
- Admissions opportunities
- Campus events
- Financial aid information
- Continuing education opportunities
- Alumni engagement opportunities
You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in University communications.
How the University Shares Information
Bellevue University does not sell personal information.
Bellevue University may disclose information that it collects or that you provide as described in this privacy policy:
- To University affiliates
- To contractors, service providers, and other third parties, the University uses to support its business, including vendors that assist with:
- Website hosting
- CRM and enrollment management systems
- Analytics
- Payment processing
- Event management
- Technology support
- Agentic AI use
- To University educational partners, including when necessary to administer academic programs, partnerships, or student services
- To fulfill the purpose for which you provide it
- To comply with legal obligations, protect institutional rights, prevent fraud or security requests, or respond to lawful requests from government authorities
- For any other purpose disclosed by the University when you provide the information
- For any other purpose with your consent
Student Privacy and FERPA
Student education records are protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and are governed by applicable university policies and federal regulations.
This website privacy policy does not alter or replace FERPA rights.
For information regarding student educational records, please review the Bellevue University FERPA Policy, PS 13, and contact the Registrar’s Office at 402-293-2000 or 800-756-7920.
Data Security
Bellevue University implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Any transmission of personal information is at your own risk. Bellevue University is not responsible for the circumvention of any privacy settings or security measures contained on the website.
Data Retention
Bellevue University retains personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
- Meet legal and regulatory requirements
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce institutional agreements
Retention periods vary based on the type of information collected and applicable legal requirements.
Children’s Privacy
Bellevue University’s website is not directed to children under the age of 13 except where specifically related to youth programs or educational initiatives.
The University does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate consent where required by law.
Third-Party Websites
Bellevue University’s website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. The University is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.
Users should review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.
Accessibility
Bellevue University is committed to providing an accessible digital experience. If you encounter difficulty accessing any portion of this Privacy Policy or the website, please contact the University for assistance.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Bellevue University may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Your continued use of the website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the University’s privacy practices, please contact:
Risk & Compliance Office
Bellevue University
1000 Galvin Road South
Bellevue, NE 68005
Att: Risk & Compliance Office
Email: privacy@bellevue.edu
Phone: 402-293-2000