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by Elna Hegmann 9 min read

What is FERPA consent?

FERPA Consent. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.

Who can contact the University to settle a student's account?

Executor of Estate. If a student has passed away and they have established an executor of estate in their will or one was assigned to their estate by the governing state or local laws, that executor may contact the University to settle a student's account.

How many authorized users can you add to your student account?

Students can add up to 5 authorized users in their Student Account eBill system. Authorized users have access to the eBill system only, and do not have access to view grades, course information, or financial aid award letters.

Can GW disclose student records?

GW may not disclose students’ education records without their consent, unless an exception applies. A student may provide consent for GW to disclose and discuss their education records with individuals by completing and submitting a Student Consent form.

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