Verifying Authorized Access

FERPA Protections

At the post-secondary level, student education records may be released to a parent or other third party only under the following circumstances:

  Through the consent of the student.

  In compliance with a subpoena.

  By submission of evidence that the parents declare the student as a dependent on their most recent Federal Income Tax form () (Parent Affidavit).

  Under the alcohol and controlled substance exception or in connection with a health and safety emergency under the circumstances set forth in § 99.36 (if the student is under 21 years of age).

Student Privacy Settings

   CU Guest Access

Grants read-only, online access for guests to view specific components of a student's education records.

   FERPA Consent to Release

Authorizes a parent or third party to contact ²ÊÃñ±¦µä about a student's education records.