State Technical College of Missouri (“State Tech”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of prospective students, applicants, and enrolled students. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect information obtained through SMS (text messaging) and phone call communications.

Collection of Information

State Tech may collect personal information when individuals:

Submit inquiry, application, or enrollment forms
Opt in to receive SMS communications
Provide contact information through college systems or events

Information collected may include:

Name
Phone number
Email address
Program of interest or enrollment status

Use of SMS and Phone Communications

State Tech uses SMS and phone calls to communicate important and relevant information, including:

Application status updates
Enrollment reminders and deadlines
Event invitations and confirmations
Academic and student support notifications
Emergency or time-sensitive alerts

Message frequency may vary depending on a student’s stage in the enrollment lifecycle.

Consent and Opt-In

By providing a mobile phone number to State Tech, individuals consent to receive SMS messages and phone calls from the College. Consent may be obtained through:

Online forms
Event registrations
Verbal agreement
Written authorization

Consent is not a condition of admission or enrollment.

Opt-Out and Preferences

Individuals may opt out of SMS communications at any time by:

Replying STOP to any text message
Contacting the Admissions Office or relevant department directly

After opting out, individuals may still receive non-SMS communications (e.g., email or phone calls) unless additional preferences are updated.

Emergency Notifications

State Tech uses an emergency notification system to communicate urgent campus safety information.

By enrolling as a student, individuals are automatically subscribed to receive emergency notifications via SMS and other available channels. These communications are not optional and are considered essential for campus safety.

Emergency notification messages are limited to emergency and safety-related information
Students may not opt out of emergency notifications

Data Privacy and Security

State Tech takes reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Information collected through SMS and phone communications:

Is used solely for institutional purposes
Is not sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes
May be shared with authorized service providers who support communication platforms, in compliance with applicable privacy standards

Message and Data Rates

Standard message and data rates may apply to SMS communications, depending on the individual’s mobile carrier and plan. State Tech is not responsible for any charges incurred.

Record Retention

State Tech may retain records of SMS and phone communications for operational, compliance, and training purposes, in accordance with institutional record retention policies.

Accessibility and Support

Individuals experiencing difficulty receiving or responding to SMS messages, or who require accommodations, are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office for assistance.

Policy Updates

State Tech reserves the right to update this policy at any time. Updates will be posted on the College’s official website and will take effect immediately upon posting.

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