Privacy Policy & Disclaimers

Last Updated: September 22, 2025

Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

Sloan College Consulting ("we," "us," or "our") collects information you provide directly to us, including:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address

  • Educational Information: Academic records, test scores, extracurricular activities, college preferences

  • Application Materials: Essays, personal statements, and other application documents

  • Communication Records: Emails, meeting notes, and consultation records

  • Payment Information: Billing details (processed securely through third-party payment processors)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide college counseling and consulting services

  • Communicate with you about your college application process

  • Schedule appointments and manage our consulting relationship

  • Process payments for services

  • Improve our services and develop new offerings

  • Comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:

  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information

  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist in operating our business (email services, payment processors, scheduling tools)

  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations. Student records are typically maintained for a minimum of 7 years after graduation.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and review your personal information

  • Request corrections to inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)

  • Opt out of non-essential communications

Service Disclaimers

Educational Consulting Services

Sloan College Consulting provides educational guidance and support services. Please understand:

  • No Guarantees: We cannot guarantee admission to any specific college or university

  • Individual Results: Outcomes vary based on individual circumstances, academic performance, and institutional decisions

  • Supplemental Service: Our services supplement, but do not replace, school-based college counseling

  • Professional Judgment: Advice is based on professional experience and current knowledge of college admissions

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • Our liability is limited to the amount paid for services

  • We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

  • We are not responsible for decisions made by colleges, universities, or scholarship organizations

  • Students and families are ultimately responsible for all application submissions and deadlines

Professional Standards

Eliot Sloan maintains membership in professional organizations including:

  • National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)

  • Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA)

  • New England Association for College Admission Counseling (NEACAC)

All services are provided in accordance with ethical guidelines established by these professional organizations.

Financial Aid Information

While we provide guidance on financial aid processes:

  • We are not certified financial advisors

  • Tax and financial advice should be obtained from qualified professionals

  • Financial aid policies and regulations change frequently

  • Families should verify all financial aid information directly with institutions

Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

Terms of Service

Service Agreement

By engaging our services, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information

  • Meet agreed-upon deadlines and commitments

  • Respect our intellectual property and confidential processes

  • Pay for services according to agreed terms

Cancellation Policy

Services may be cancelled with appropriate notice as outlined in individual service agreements. Refund policies vary by service package and timing of cancellation.

Intellectual Property

All materials, strategies, and methodologies developed by Sloan College Consulting remain our intellectual property. Students retain ownership of their personal essays and application materials.

Contact Information

Sloan College Consulting
Eliot Sloan, Director

Email: eliot@sloancollegeconsulting.com
Phone: (802) 222-7701
Location: Burlington, Vermont area and virtually nationwide

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights regarding personal information, please contact us using the information above.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy and Disclaimers page from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website with an updated "Last Updated" date.

This document serves as both our Privacy Policy and Service Disclaimers. By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these terms.