Privacy Policy

Acceptance of Terms of Use

Each time you use or cause access to this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use, as amended from time to time with or without notice to you. In addition, if you are using a particular service on this website or accessed via this website, you will be subject to any rules or guidelines applicable to those services, and they will be incorporated by reference within these Terms of Use.

Disclaimer

International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) upholds the principles of academic freedom and shared governance, freedom of speech, and privacy in the use of electronic resources by our faculty, students and staff. 

While the University does not actively monitor or control web content, when we receive a notification of an alleged violation of law or policy, we investigate and address violations accordingly.

Contact us with questions or concerns.

Accessibility

International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) is committed to making our websites accessible to all users and welcomes comments or suggestions on access improvements.

External Links

This website contains links to other sites. International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of such websites.

Copyright

International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) registered trademarks, service marks, word marks and logos may not be used or reproduced without permission. Any individual, organization or company wishing to use International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) logos and/or trademarks must obtain the right to do so in writing by contacting us. 

Cookies

International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) or third parties may use techniques (cookies, web beacons and similar technologies) to collect data from its websites and elsewhere on the internet to provide measurement services and targeted advertising on behalf of the university. International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) understands the privacy of our website visitors is valuable and will not sell this or any other website user information to third parties.

Security

Although every effort is made to secure network communications, International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) cannot ensure the privacy of online communications. Individuals using online services should take steps to protect personal information, such as closing web browsers when finished using the site. Failure to do so may result in personal information being viewed by someone else using the same computer.

Facebook

International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) has the right to moderate comments/posts that violate Facebook’s Community Standards. Comments/posts will be deleted if they contain obscenities, hate speech, threats or harassment, graphic violence, nudity, or if a user is misrepresenting their identity.

Privacy Policy

This privacy statement explains how International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) collects, uses, and shares your personal data, and your rights in relation to the personal data we hold. Nothing in this statement will limit the ability of the university to satisfy applicable law, regulation, legal process, or government request.

By accessing or using this website or underlying sub-sites, you are consenting to our collection and use of your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Statement.

How we collect your personal information

We collect or receive your personal information in several ways, including, but not limited to:

• When you provide information to us by filling out forms on our website;
• When you submit personal information to us through email;
• When you are seeking employment opportunities; and/or
• When you provide information to us in relation to your attendance at any of our hosted events.

The types of personal information we may collect

The types of personal information that we may collect include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Contact information (e.g., your name, postal address, email address, telephone number(s));
• Professional information (e.g., job titles, experience, qualifications);
• Demographic information; and/or
• Interests (business and personal) and other information.

The types of log data we collect when you browse through our website include, but are not limited to, the following:

• IP address from which the connection is made
• Date and time
• Browser information
• Other statistics

In addition, we may use third-party providers to collect, monitor, and analyze this type of information in order to increase our website’s functionality. These third-party providers have their own privacy policies addressing how they use such information.

How we use personal information collected

The purposes for which we may use personal information collected include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Admissions processing
• Academic matters (e.g., registration, coursework, graduation)
• Financial administration (e.g., financial aid, scholarships, fees, donations)
• Human resource administration
• To maintain or develop our relationship with you
• To respond to questions or communications from you
• To improve the content and methods of delivery of our website

We may also process personal information because it is necessary for the performance of a contract with you or in order to take steps at your request prior to entering into a contract.

How we share personal information with others

We may share your personal information with third-parties who complete transactions or perform services on our behalf. These third-parties have their own privacy policies addressing how they use such information. Third-party recipients may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Service providers
• Partners

Our use of cookies

International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) or third parties may use techniques (cookies, web beacons and similar technologies) to collect data from its websites and elsewhere on the Internet to provide measurement services and targeted advertising on behalf of the university. International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) understands the privacy of our website visitors is valuable and will not sell this or any other website user information to third parties.

Security and information protection

International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) uses website security measures consistent with industry best practices to help protect against the loss, misuse, and alteration of information under our control. Please keep in mind that no data transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure.

Changes to this Privacy Statement

International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) may periodically update our privacy statement. If our privacy statement changes, we will note the revision date at the bottom of this page. We encourage you to periodically review this page to stay aware of any modifications or changes to its terms. 

Effective Date:  January 18, 2016

Tuition and Fees Refund Policy

It is the policy of the International University of Fundamental Studies (IUFS) to issue refunds, and/or compensations, where appropriate to students who withdraw from their programs within 3 business days of enrollment or in other situations covered by this policy.

Students are required to pay all, or a portion (according the payment plan issued by the Finance Department of IUFS University), of their tuition and fees for any registered course unless enrollment is officially cancelled prior to the start of university classes. If a student does cancel within 3 business days from the date of making the payment, 100% of tuition and fees will be refunded.

Withdrawal or cancellation occurs on the calendar day that the withdrawal is requested online or in person at the Office of Registrar. The university does not provide refunds for students withdrawing after 3 business days from making the payment.

Please see the table below for information regarding refunds.

For any disputes or exceptions to the tuition and fees policy, the students should contact the Office of the Registrar at INFO@MUFO.SU and provide documentation of the extenuating circumstance or dispute. The Tuition Refund Review Committee will review the application and determine whether or not any refund will be made. The committee is comprised of representatives from the Office of the Registrar, Office of Student Financial Aid, Dean of Students Office, the Office of Business Operations, and Academic Affairs.