Updated: July 18, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Boston Academic Consulting Group collects, uses, and protects personal information provided through our website and services. Our practices comply with all relevant Massachusetts and U.S. federal privacy laws, including:
- M.G.L. c. 93H and 201 CMR 17.00 (Massachusetts data security laws)
- FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act)
- COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act)
- Privacy Act of 1974
This policy is intended to keep you informed about how your data is used and to provide meaningful choices regarding that use. By accessing our website or submitting your personal information, you acknowledge and accept the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Student name, age, grade level, school, and academic records
- Parent/guardian contact information (name, email, phone number)
- Standardized test scores, essays, and application materials
- Payment and billing information
- Website usage data (IP address, browser type, cookies)
You may choose not to provide personal information when requested; however, doing so may limit our ability to deliver certain services tailored to your needs.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent, in accordance with COPPA.
Use of Personal Information
We use personal information to:
- Provide academic consulting and college planning services
- Communicate with families and students
- Track progress and customize recommendations
- Process payments and manage accounts
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
We do not sell, rent, share, or disclose your personal information with third parties, except as required by law or with your explicit consent.
Data Security
We maintain a Written Information Security Program (WISP) in compliance with 201 CMR 17.00, Massachusetts’s data protection regulation. All personal information provided to us is safeguarded using current security technologies, including encryption, secure access controls, and routine system monitoring.
We implement technical, administrative, and physical safeguards consistent with industry standards to ensure your data remains protected against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Access to personal data is strictly limited to authorized employees, agents, and contractors, all of whom are contractually obligated to maintain strict confidentiality and uphold our privacy and security standards.
Your Rights
Parents and eligible students have the right to:
- Access and correct personal information
- Request deletion of data (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Opt out of non-essential communications
- File a complaint with the Massachusetts Attorney General or U.S. Department of Education
Cookies and Website Tracking
Cookies are small data files sent by a website and stored on your device—either temporarily or permanently—to help improve functionality and performance. Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.
These technologies do not give us access to your computer or personal information unless you intentionally provide it through forms or other interactions on our site.
Children's Privacy
We comply with COPPA and do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If we learn that such data has been collected inadvertently, we will delete it promptly.
External Link Policy
Our website may contain links to external sites not operated by us. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of these third-party websites, and we disclaim any liability associated with your use of them.
Updates to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The most current version will always be available on this page, and any changes will take effect upon publication. If you use this site regularly, we encourage you to check this policy from time to time to stay informed.
Your Consent
This Privacy Policy describes how Boston Academic Consulting Group collects and uses information from visitors to this website. By accessing the site or using our services, you agree to the practices described herein.
If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us directly.
We are dedicated to maintaining your trust and ensuring that your privacy is always protected.