Accreditation & Disclosures
Accreditation
COE Accreditation
Miami Ad School is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education.
The Council on Occupational Education (COE) is an institutional accrediting agency for postsecondary career and technical education institutions. Accreditation reflects an institution’s compliance with COE’s established standards, procedures, and requirements.
Council on Occupational Education
7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325
Atlanta, GA 30350
Telephone: 770-396-3898
Fax: 770-396-3790
www.council.org
State Licensure by Campus
Miami Ad School is licensed by the appropriate state regulatory agencies in the jurisdictions in which it operates.
Florida
Licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, License No. [LICENSE NUMBER]. Florida Department of Education
Florida Commission for Independent Education
325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400
888-224-6684
New York
Licensed by the State of New York, New York State Education Department. NYS Education Department Access
Miami Ad School’s New York campus is licensed by the New York State Education Department’s Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision (BPSS).
New York State Education Department
Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision
Licensure is granted by state regulatory agencies and is separate from institutional accreditation.
Chief Administrator
Vasti Marcelo
Chief Administrator
Miami Ad School
v.marcelo@miamiadschool.com
305-332-4749
Regulatory Complaints
Students are encouraged to first attempt to resolve concerns through Miami Ad School’s established grievance procedures. Students may also file complaints with the applicable state regulatory agency or the School’s accrediting agency.
Florida Commission for Independent Education
Students enrolled at the Miami campus may submit complaints concerning Miami Ad School to the Florida Commission for Independent Education.
Commission for Independent Education
325 W. Gaines Street, Suite 1414
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400
Phone: 888-224-6684
Email: CIEINFO@fldoe.org
Student Concerns:
See here
New York State Education Department
Students enrolled at the New York campus may file a complaint with the New York State Education Department’s Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision (BPSS).
Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision
New York State Education Department
116 West 32nd Street, 5th Floor
New York, NY 10001
Phone: 212-643-4760
Email: BPSS@NYSED.GOV
Student Rights & Complaint Information:
See here
BPSS Complaint Form:
See here
Council on Occupational Education
Complaints concerning Miami Ad School’s compliance with COE accreditation standards may be submitted to the Council on Occupational Education after the School’s internal grievance procedures have been exhausted.
Council on Occupational Education
7840 Roswell Road
Building 300, Suite 325
Atlanta, GA 30350
Phone: 770-396-3898
COE Complaint Process / File a Complaint:
See here
Consumer Information
Graduation & Placement Outcomes
Miami Ad School provides graduation/completion and related outcome information in accordance with federal Student Right-to-Know requirements.
[Grad placement outcomes]
Tuition & Financial Aid
Learn more about program costs and available financial aid options. Financial aid and other forms of financial assistance are available to those who qualify.
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College Navigator
View federal information about Miami Ad School, including enrollment, costs, financial aid, and student outcomes, through the U.S. Department of Education’s College Navigator.
Student Body Diversity
Miami Ad School publishes information regarding the diversity of its enrolled, full-time student population, including gender, race/ethnicity, and Federal Pell Grant recipient status.
[View Student Body Diversity Data]
Consumer Information Contact
Questions regarding Miami Ad School’s consumer information and required institutional disclosures may be directed to:
[Name or Title]
[Department]
Miami Ad School
[Email]
[Phone]
Catalog & Policies
Find current information on academic policies, schedules, and institutional requirements.
School Catalog
Academic Calendar
Policies & Disclosures
Satisfactory Academic Progress
PROGRESS IN THE PROGRAM
As a professional school that closely reflects actual job conditions, Miami Ad School requires every student project included in the final portfolio to be executed at a professional level. Either work is satisfactory or it is not.
As a way for a student to better gauge his/her progress, student evaluation forms are given out at the end of every quarter. On the form, the instructors grade the student’s performance and attitude using a standard, letter-grade scale. There are also pertinent comments on the student’s presentation methods, work habits, diligence, attendance, etc.
A failure in any quarter will result in the student being placed on academic probation. Any additional failure, in any future quarter, will result in termination. Students on academic probation are ineligible for Quarter Away internships and may find their financial aid status compromised.
Students must fulfill clock hour requirements to be considered for final portfolio review and graduation.
Federal guidelines mandate that all institutions offering Title IV funds have a standard of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) evaluates qualitative and quantitative progress in a program. The policy is to help ensure that students are making adequate progress toward the completion of their program within a reasonable time frame. SAP is a requirement for all students enrolled at Miami Ad School.
SAP evaluations are conducted at the end of each quarter. Miami Ad School’s minimum standards of SAP to maintain eligibility for all types of financial aid, including Federal (Title IV), is as follows:
(Qualitative) Academic Progress:
Each evaluation period will determine if the student’s cumulative grade meets a minimum of 70% or a 2.0 cumulative GPA.
(Quantitative) Attendance Progress:
Each evaluation period will determine if the total hours students completed meets a minimum of 80% of the student’s scheduled hours. Miami Ad School requires 80% minimum attendance each quarter to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.
A student will receive a warning notice when there are 2 absences as 80% attendance is required. In addition to SAP, students must meet specific guidelines for their individual academic program(s).
To earn credit, a student must receive a passing grade. Classes in which a student receives an Incomplete (I) do not count as credits earned. Therefore, these will have a negative impact on a student’s ability to satisfy SAP requirements.
Maximum Time frame:
Students may receive financial aid for no more than 150% of the published length of the program they are enrolled in.
GOOD STANDING
Good standing by quarter will be evaluated by the registrar and will report to the Financial Aid Office every pay period who is not in good standing as well as who is on academic probation, suspension or dismissal with the program.
Good standing is defined in the Student Academic Handbook. A student in good academic standing:
- Is not on probation
- Is making acceptable progress toward his/her completion of the program
- Has earned grades at the Pass level or higher
If a student receives one or more failed class in a quarter, the Registrar shall meet with the student to provide counseling and guidance. The Registrar may place the student on probation and may convene a Student Tenure Committee.
FAILURE TO MEET SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS REQUIREMENTS
Students who do fail to meet the satisfactory academic progress standards will be placed on Financial Aid Warning for up to one payment period (quarter). During the warning period, a student remains eligible to receive financial aid.
Students who do meet SAP requirements during the end of the warning period, will be returned to normal status and will continue to be eligible for financial aid.
Students who do not meet SAP requirements at the end of the warning period will lose their aid eligibility unless they successfully appeal and are placed on probation.
A student may appeal a suspension/dismissal by appearing before the Academic Review Committee to state their reason(s) for not being dismissed. Arrangements for the meeting with the Academic Review Committee will be accomplished through the Campus Director.
If the dismissal is successfully appealed, the student will reenter under “Probation” status and the Registrar, in compliance with the above policies, will monitor academic progress. Financial aid eligibility may be reinstated during the period of probation.
APPEALS
Students on FAS may make a written appeal to the Director of Financial Aid. Financial aid may be reinstated by the Director upon demonstration of mitigating circumstances, which must be documented to the satisfaction of the Director along with a written letter of appeal from the student.
Examples of mitigating circumstances and appropriate documentation include, but are not necessarily limited to:
- Serious illness of student, documented by a signed statement from a physician that the illness interfered with the student’s ability to meet SAP requirements, along with a written letter of appeal from the student.
- Serious illness of an immediate family member, documented by a signed statement from a physician along with a letter of appeal from the student.
- Death of an immediate/close family member, documented by a signed statement from a clergy person, nearest relative or an unbiased, concerned adult, along with a written letter of appeal from the student; or
- Disruptive internal family problems, documented by legal/court documentation from an attorney, statement from parents, clergy person or an unbiased concerned adult, along with a written letter of appeal from the student.
Students on FAS who have submitted an appeal and are approved will then be put on Financial Aid Probation (FAP) for one payment period. If SAP is restored at the end of the payment period financial aid eligibility will continue.
If students on FAP who do not successfully make SAP at the end of the pay period can submit an academic plan with their academic advisor with a time frame of when the student will successfully make SAP and an action plan of restoring SAP.
If a student has an active academic plan in place a student will be eligible for financial aid while following their academic plan.
Grading Policy
Grades, Evaluations
During the tenth week of each quarter, students meet individually with their instructors for a formal evaluation of academic and creative progress. These meetings provide an opportunity to review performance, receive feedback, and identify assignments that may be further developed for consideration in end-of-quarter awards or exhibitions.
At the conclusion of each quarter, students receive a written evaluation from each instructor. Final grades are issued using a standard four-point grading scale as follows:
- A = 4.00
- A- = 3.67
- B+ = 3.33
- B = 3.00
- B- = 2.67
- C+ = 2.33
- C = 2.00
- C- = 1.67
- D+ = 1.33
- D = 1.00
- D- = 0.67
- F = 0.00
Attendance Requirements
Attendance
Miami Ad School demands that all students take their education seriously. Poor attendance will not be tolerated. Students who are habitually absent, come late, or leave early will be terminated from the school.
Any student arriving after attendance has been taken will be considered late and will be marked as such unless the instructor considers the reason for tardiness to be legitimate.
Three or more absences in a course will result in an automatic failure. The instructor whose class was missed may allow the absence to be made up, but the final decision of whether the student may get credit rests upon the registrar.
The school will consider some extenuating circumstances, and may allow some excused absences. However, arrangements must be made with the registrar prior to the absence.
If a student is cautioned for excessive absence or tardiness (2 absences, 4 late arrivals or 4 early departures), a second notice will result in failure of the class in question.
Student Conduct
Student Conduct Policy
At Miami Ad School, we believe in nurturing creativity, collaboration, and innovation. Our goal is to foster a community where students can explore, experiment, and grow as creative professionals while maintaining respect and integrity toward others and the school environment. Please remember that the instructors are leading professionals in advertising and design. They are people who hire for entry-level positions. Treat every opportunity as a job interview.
1. Expectations of Student Conduct
As a Miami Ad School student, the students are expected to:
- Respect Each Other: Treat peers, instructors, staff, and visitors with kindness and professionalism. We celebrate diversity and all voices and perspectives are valued.
- Foster Creativity: Contribute to an open and collaborative environment where creative ideas are shared and encouraged.
- Maintain Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of honesty, particularly in academic work. Originality and authenticity are key to your success.
- Create Responsibly: Work ethically on all projects, keeping in mind the impact of your work on others, communities, and society at large.
2. Prohibited Behaviors
To ensure a positive and professional environment, the following behaviors are not tolerated:
- Substance Abuse: No use of alcohol or drugs on school property, or during school events, except where legally permitted.
- Disrespect or Harassment: Any form of discrimination, harassment, or bullying—whether in person or online—is unacceptable.
- Academic Dishonesty: Copying, plagiarizing, or misrepresenting someone else’s work as your own is strictly prohibited.
- Violence and Threats: Physical violence, threats, or intimidation against anyone at the school will not be tolerated.
- Disruptive Behavior: Disrupting classes, critiques, or events in any way that prevents others from learning or contributing creatively is prohibited.
- Unlawful Activities: Engaging in illegal activities, including theft, vandalism, or any criminal acts, is against school policy.
3. Academic Integrity
As a creative professional, originality is your most valuable asset. Violating academic integrity includes:
- Plagiarism: Copying or using someone else’s work, ideas, or concepts without proper attribution.
- Cheating: Using unauthorized materials, devices, or help on assignments, tests, or projects.
- Fabrication: Falsifying data, quotes, or research to misrepresent your creative process or project work.
4. Reporting Violations
If a student or teacher witness or experience a violation of this policy, we encourage you to speak up. Report concerns to a faculty member, student services, or the school’s administration. All reports will be taken seriously and handled with care and confidentiality.
5. Disciplinary Actions
Violations of the Student Conduct Policy may result in disciplinary action, including:
- Verbal or written warnings.
- Probation or suspension from school activities.
- Suspension or dismissal from the school.
6. Due Process
If a student is accused of violating the Student Conduct Policy, the student will:
- Be notified of the violation and the process for review.
- Have the opportunity to respond to the allegation(s).
- Be given the chance to appeal any decision made regarding your conduct.
Student Grievance / Complaint Procedure
COMPLAINT/APPEAL PROCEDURE IN MIAMI
The appeal process for students who have been denied re-entry or who wish to appeal a termination notice, or who wish to appeal any decision affecting their status in school must follow the procedures below:
(a) If the complaint involves a faculty member, the student should first discuss the matter with the faculty member (if this is practicable). If this is not practicable, or does not involve a faculty member, then the appeal should be taken to the Director of the school. If the matter cannot be resolved to the appealer’s satisfaction with the Director’s assistance, the appealer should continue to step (b).
(b) Submit an appeal in writing to the Compliance Director and request a meeting to discuss their appeal.
(c) Should the appeal be denied, the student may request a hearing with the executive committee. This request can be made of any member of the executive committee. The request should be made in writing and include any correspondence concerning the previous appeal to the Compliance Director of the school. The executive committee is charged with the responsibility of assuring a fair hearing, and must make sure that impartial witnesses are brought into the discussion.
Those students enrolled at Miami Ad School’s Miami campus and who have been unable to resolve their concerns through the school’s normal channels may also contact the Commission for Independent Education, 325 W. Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400, tel. 888-224-6684.
COMPLAINT/APPEAL PROCEDURE IN NEW YORK
Students should try to resolve their complaint directly with the school unless they believe that the school would penalize them for their complaint. Students should use the school’s internal grievance procedure or discuss their problems with teachers, department heads, or the school director.
We suggest that they do so in writing and that they keep copies of all correspondence to the school. However, the school cannot require them to do this before they file a complaint with the New York State Education Department.
If they do file a complaint with the department, they should please advise the bureau of any action that they have taken to attempt to resolve their complaint.
The steps a student must take to file a complaint with the New York State Education Department are:
Write to the New York State Education Department, Attention: Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision, Investigations and Audit Unit, 116 West 32nd Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10001 using the complaint form found on the NYSED/BPSS student rights website.
They should bring all relevant documents to the interview including an enrollment agreement, financial aid application, transcripts, etc. An investigator from the department will meet with them and go through their complaint in detail.
If they cannot come for an interview, they should send a letter or call the office to request a complaint form. They must complete and sign this form and mail it to the office. They must include with it copies of all relevant documents. They should keep the originals.
They must file a complaint within two years after the alleged illegal conduct took place. The bureau cannot investigate any complaint made more than two years after the date of the occurrence.
The investigator will attempt to resolve the complaint as quickly as possible and may contact you in the future with follow-up questions. You should provide all information requested as quickly as possible; delay may affect the investigation of your complaint.
When appropriate, the investigator will try to negotiate with the school informally. If the department determines that violations of law have been committed and the school fails to take satisfactory and appropriate action then the department may proceed with formal disciplinary charges.
Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC)
2082 East Exchange Place
Tucker, GA 33084
(770) 414-3300
[GNPEC student resources/complaints link]
Withdrawal & Refunds
Withdrawal & Refunds
A withdrawal email must be sent to the Registrar’s Office and the school Director. Withdrawal interviews with both the director and financial aid officer are necessary. The failure of a student to immediately notify the school director in writing of the student’s intent to withdraw may delay a refund of tuition to the student pursuant to Section 5002(3) of the Education Law. (State of New York)
UNIVERSAL REFUND POLICY
Miami Ad School has a universal Refund policy for students receiving Title IV Funds and for students not receiving Title IV funds, during the first period of enrollment and subsequent periods of enrollment, as follows:
1. Cancellation within the first seven calendar days of class commencement will result in a full refund/return of Title IV funds.
2. Cancellation after the first seven calendar days of class commencement but prior to 60% completion of the present quarter will result in a pro-rata refund computed on the number of days attended to the total program length in days.
3. Cancellation after completing 60% of the present quarter will result in no refund.
4. Refunds will be made within 30 days following determination of termination or receipt of cancellation notice.
5. Cancellation by the institution will result in a 100% refund of the tuition and fees collected. Refunds for students enrolled prior to visiting the institution: Students who have not visited the school facility prior to enrollment will have the opportunity to withdraw without penalty anytime prior to start of classes, or within the first seven days of class commencement.
REFUND POLICY IN MIAMI
Students are not financially obligated beyond the current term of enrollment. Should a student be terminated or canceled for any reason, all refunds will be made accordingly:
1. A student who cancels before classes begin, or within the first seven calendar days of class commencement, receives a refund of all payments except the non-refundable registration fee.
2. Thereafter, a student will be liable for: a. The non-refundable registration fee plus b. The cost of any textbooks or supplies accepted plus c. Tuition liability as of the student’s last date of physical attendance. Total tuition liability is limited to the quarter during which the student withdrew or was terminated, and any previous quarters completed.
3. Refund for withdrawal after class commences: Refund policy for students receiving Title IV Funds during the current period of enrollment is the same as the refund policy for students not receiving Title IV funds and is as follows:
a. Cancellation or withdrawal after attendance has begun, but before the 7th day of class, will result in a full refund to the student.
b. Cancellation or withdrawal after the first week of classes but prior to 60% completion of the current quarter, will result in a pro-rata refund, computed on the number of days attended to the total program length in days.
c. Cancellation after completing 60% of a quarter will result in no refund. This Refund policy is applicable to all students: those receiving Title IV Funds and those not receiving Title IV Funds for the current period of enrollment.
4. The student refund may be more than that stated above if the accrediting agency or Federal refund policy results in a greater refund.
5. Refunds will be made within 30 days following determination of termination or receipt of cancellation notice.
REFUND POLICY IN NEW YORK
Students are not financially obligated beyond the current term of enrollment. Should a student be terminated or canceled for any reason, all refunds will be made accordingly:
1. A student who cancels before classes begin, or within the first seven calendar days of class commencement, receives a refund of all payments except the non-refundable registration fee.
2. Thereafter, a student will be liable for:
a. The non-refundable registration fee plus;
b. The cost of any textbooks or supplies accepted plus;
c. Tuition liability as of the student’s last date of physical attendance. Tuition liability is divided by the number of quarters in the program. Total tuition liability is limited to the quarter during which the student withdrew or was terminated, and any previous quarters completed.
i) First Quarter, If termination occurs school may keep: Prior to or during the first week 0%; During the second week 25%; During the third week 50%; During the fourth week 75%; After the fourth week 100%.
ii) Subsequent Quarters: during the first week 25%; During the second week 50%; During the third week 75; After the third week 100%
3. The student refund may be more than that stated above if the accrediting agency or Federal Refund Policy results in a greater refund.
4. Refund for withdrawal after class commences: a. Refund policy for students receiving Title IV Funds during the first period of enrollment.
a) Cancellation after attendance has begun, but prior to 60% completion of the present quarter will result in a pro-rata refund computed on the number of hours scheduled to the total program hours.
b) Cancellation after completing 60% of the present quarter will result in no refund.
c) Refund policy for all students not receiving Title IV Funds and for subsequent period of enrollment for students receiving Title IV Funds.
5. Non-Public Institution:
a) Refund policy for programs obligating students for a period of 12 months or less. The refund policy for students attending non-public institutions who incur a financial obligation for a period of twelve (12) months or less shall be as follows:
i) After the first day of class and up to the first 20% of the period of financial obligation, the institution shall refund a pro- rated percentage difference of the tuition;
ii) After the first 20% of the period of financial obligation and until the end of the 25% of the period of obligation, the institution shall refund at least 50% of the tuition;
iii) After the first 25% of the period of financial obligation and until the end of the first 50% of the period of obligation, the institution shall refund at least 25% of the tuition; and i) After the first 50% of the period of financial obligation, the institution may retain all tuition.
6. Refunds will be made within 30 days following determination of termination or receipt of cancellation notice.
Return of Title IV Funds
The school must determine the amount of Title IV program assistance that a student earns if they withdraw. The school will calculate the amount of Title IV aid that a student has earned based on a payment period. When a student withdraws during a payment period, the amount of Title IV program assistance that they have earned up to that point is determined by a specific formula. The amount of assistance that a student has earned up to the withdrawal time is determined on a pro-rata basis. If the student has received (or the school received it on his/her behalf) less assistance than the amount earned for the payment period, they will be able to receive those additional funds. If a student has received more assistance than they has earned, the excess funds must be returned. The money is returned to the Department of Education. All such Title IV refunds are made within 14 days. The student will be notified when the Title IV funds have been returned..
Once a student has completed more than 60 percent of the payment period they will have earned all of the Title IV assistance. The requirements for Title IV program funds when you withdraw are separate from any refunds policy that the school may have. Therefore, you may still owe funds to the school to cover unpaid institutional charges. If you have any questions about the Title IV program funds, you can call the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4-FEDAID.
Transfer Credit
Transfer of Credit From Other Institutions
Miami Ad School accepts transfer credit from other institutions; however, the acceptance of such credit is based on an evaluation of the actual work produced rather than solely on course titles or transcripts. Transfer work is reviewed to assess the applicant’s skill level and to determine eligibility for advanced placement within the program. Miami Ad School does not maintain formal articulation or transfer agreements with other colleges or universities.
FERPA
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to inform students of their rights regarding the privacy of and access to their education records under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and applicable institutional policies.
Policy and Procedure Overview
FERPA provides students with certain rights regarding their education records, including the right to inspect and review their records, request amendments to records they believe are inaccurate or misleading, consent to certain disclosures of personally identifiable information, and file a complaint concerning alleged violations of FERPA.
Student Rights Under FERPA
1. Right to Inspect and Review Education Records
Students have the right to inspect and review their education records within 45 days of submitting a written request to the Registrar’s Office or other appropriate school official. The written request must identify the record(s) the student wishes to inspect.
Records not subject to student inspection may include:
- Financial records of the student’s parents
- Confidential letters or recommendations for which the student has waived the right of access
- Records maintained solely by instructional, supervisory, or administrative personnel that are not accessible to others, as permitted by FERPA
The Registrar will notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.
2. Right to Request Amendment of Education Records
Students may request an amendment to an education record they believe is inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of their privacy rights under FERPA.
Procedure:
Students must submit a written request to the school official responsible for maintaining the record. The request must clearly identify the portion of the record the student wishes to have amended and explain why it should be changed.
If Miami Ad School determines that the record will not be amended, the student will be notified in writing and informed of the right to request a hearing. Information regarding the hearing procedure will be provided at that time.
3. Right to Consent to Disclosure of Personally Identifiable Information
FERPA generally requires the student’s written consent before Miami Ad School discloses personally identifiable information from education records. FERPA permits certain disclosures without prior written consent, including disclosures to school officials with legitimate educational interests.
A school official may include faculty, administrators, staff members, contractors, consultants, volunteers, or other parties performing institutional services or functions for Miami Ad School, as permitted by FERPA.
A school official has a legitimate educational interest when access to an education record is necessary to fulfill their professional responsibilities on behalf of Miami Ad School.
Directory Information
Miami Ad School may disclose information designated as “directory information” without prior written consent unless the student has requested that such information not be released.
Directory information includes:
[Confirm Miami Ad School’s designated directory information ie. Student name, address email, phone, DOB, program, major, dates of attendance, enrollment status, awards, etc]
Students who do not want their directory information disclosed must submit a written request to the Registrar’s Office in accordance with the procedures and timeframe provided by Miami Ad School.
Disclosure of Records Without Consent
Miami Ad School may disclose education records without a student’s prior consent when permitted by FERPA, including in connection with:
- School Officials with Legitimate Educational Interests: To school officials who require access to perform their institutional responsibilities.
- Federal and State Officials: To authorized representatives conducting audits, evaluations, or enforcement activities as permitted by law.
- Educational Transfers: To officials of another school in which the student seeks or intends to enroll, when the disclosure relates to the student’s enrollment or transfer.
- Financial Aid: In connection with financial aid for which the student has applied or received, as permitted by FERPA.
- Accrediting Organizations: To accrediting organizations carrying out their accrediting functions.
- Research Organizations: To organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of Miami Ad School, subject to FERPA requirements.
- Health and Safety Emergencies: When necessary to protect the health or safety of the student or other individuals, as permitted by FERPA.
- Judicial Orders or Subpoenas: In response to a lawfully issued subpoena or judicial order and subject to applicable FERPA requirements.
4. Right to File a Complaint
Students have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by Miami Ad School to comply with FERPA.
Student Privacy Policy Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20202-8520
Email: FERPA.Complaints@ed.gov
FERPA Compliance
Miami Ad School protects the confidentiality of student education records and limits access and disclosure in accordance with FERPA and applicable institutional policies.
Items to confirm before publication: the Registrar contact, Title IX contact if you want it included here, Miami Ad School’s official directory-information categories, and the procedure/deadline for opting out of directory-information disclosure.
I also updated the federal complaint office from the older Family Policy Compliance Office language in the Gnomon version to the current Student Privacy Policy Office (SPPO) contact information.
Title IX
Title IX & Sex Discrimination
Miami Ad School does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and applicable federal regulations.
Title IX Coordinator
Questions regarding Title IX, reports of sex discrimination or sexual harassment, and requests for supportive measures may be directed to:
[Name]
Title IX Coordinator
Miami Ad School
[Office Address]
[Email Address]
[Telephone Number]
Any person may report sex discrimination or sexual harassment to the Title IX Coordinator in person, by mail, telephone, or email using the contact information above.
Reporting & Supportive Measures
Miami Ad School will respond promptly to reports of sexual harassment as required by Title IX. The Title IX Coordinator will contact the complainant to discuss the availability of supportive measures and explain the process for filing a formal complaint. Supportive measures may be available regardless of whether a formal complaint is filed. U.S. Department of Education
Title IX Grievance Process
Miami Ad School maintains grievance procedures for the prompt and equitable resolution of complaints of sex discrimination and sexual harassment in accordance with Title IX.
[View Title IX Grievance Procedures]
Retaliation
Retaliation against any individual for reporting sex discrimination or sexual harassment, participating in a Title IX process, or exercising rights under Title IX is prohibited.
Title IX Training Materials
Training materials for personnel involved in Miami Ad School’s Title IX process are publicly available as required by federal regulations.
[View Title IX Training Materials] U.S. Department of Education]v
Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may also be directed to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
Accreditation & Disclosures
Section 504 / Disability
Disability Accommodations & Section 504
Miami Ad School does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to, access to, participation in, or employment in its programs and activities.
Section 504 Coordinator
Questions regarding disability discrimination, Section 504, or requests for accommodations may be directed to:
[Name]
Section 504 Coordinator
Miami Ad School
[Office Address]
[Email Address]
[Telephone Number]
Requesting Accommodations
Students with disabilities may request reasonable academic adjustments, auxiliary aids, or other accommodations by contacting the Section 504 Coordinator. Students may be asked to provide appropriate documentation supporting the requested accommodation.
Section 504 Grievance Procedure
Students who believe they have experienced discrimination on the basis of disability may submit a complaint to the Section 504 Coordinator. Miami Ad School will provide for the prompt and equitable resolution of disability-related complaints.
[View Section 504 Grievance Procedure]
Drug & Alcohol Prevention
Drug & Alcohol Prevention
Miami Ad School is committed to maintaining a drug-free learning and working environment. The unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs or alcohol on school property or as part of any school activity is prohibited.
Standards of Conduct
Students and employees are prohibited from the unlawful manufacture, possession, use, distribution, or sale of illicit drugs and alcohol on Miami Ad School property or in connection with school-sponsored activities.
Legal Sanctions
Violations of federal, state, or local drug and alcohol laws may result in criminal penalties, including fines, imprisonment, or other sanctions.
Health Risks
The misuse of alcohol and illicit drugs may result in serious health risks, including addiction, impaired judgment, physical and psychological harm, overdose, and death.
Counseling and Treatment Resources
Students and employees seeking assistance with drug or alcohol-related concerns may contact:
[Insert counseling/treatment resources and contact information]
Disciplinary Sanctions
Violations of Miami Ad School’s drug and alcohol policies may result in disciplinary action, up to and including suspension, dismissal, termination of employment, and referral to appropriate law enforcement authorities.
Miami Ad School distributes information regarding its Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program annually to all students and employees.
Campus Safety & Security
Access important information and resources related to campus safety, security, and student health.
