This Privacy Policy describes how Hawkins University (“University,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information when you access or use our website and services. It also explains your privacy rights and how applicable laws protect you.

By using the Hawkins University website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Data

While using our website or services, we may collect personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:

  • First and last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address (City, State, ZIP/Postal Code, Country)

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically and may include:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Date and time of visits
  • Device identifiers and diagnostic data

When accessing the website via a mobile device, additional information such as device type, operating system, and mobile browser details may be collected.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, authenticate users, prevent fraud, analyze website usage, and provide essential website functionality. These technologies do not collect personal data beyond what is necessary to deliver our services.

Use of Your Personal Data

Hawkins University may use personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide, operate, and maintain our website and services
  • To manage admissions inquiries, applications, enrollment, and student accounts
  • To communicate with users via email, phone calls, or SMS regarding admissions, academic updates, support services, or administrative matters
  • To improve website functionality, services, and user experience
  • To analyze trends, performance, and engagement
  • To comply with legal obligations and institutional policies

SMS Communications

By providing your phone number and explicitly opting in through our website inquiry forms, application forms, enrollment processes, or during admissions or student support interactions, you consent to receive SMS messages from Hawkins University.

SMS messages may include:

  • Admissions updates
  • Academic notifications
  • Appointment reminders
  • Student support or administrative communications

Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.

You may opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP.

For assistance, reply HELP or contact admissions@hawkinsuniversity.com.

Hawkins University does not sell, rent, or share phone numbers with third parties for marketing purposes.

Retention of Personal Data

The University retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

Usage data may be retained for internal analysis, security, and service improvement.

Your Data Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion of your personal data
  • Withdraw consent for communications, including SMS

Requests may be submitted by contacting us at admissions@hawkinsuniversity.com. Certain data may be retained where legally required.

Law Enforcement and Legal Requirements

We may disclose personal data if required by law or in response to valid legal requests from public authorities, courts, or regulatory agencies.

Security of Your Personal Data

We use commercially reasonable security measures to protect your personal data. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites not operated by Hawkins University. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of those third-party websites.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page, and changes are effective immediately upon posting.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, you may contact us:

By email: admissions@hawkinsuniversity.com