Family Education Rights and Privacy Act - Frequently Asked Questions

What is FERPA? Who is covered under FERPA?
What is an 'Educational Record'? What is NOT an 'Educational Record' ?
Who has access to a student's 'Educational Record'? What is 'Directory Information'?
What are the student's rights as related to his/her 'Educational Record'? What about 'Emergency Situations' ?
Can a student request that even 'Directory Information' NOT be released without the students written authorization ? What are the rights of parents to see their son's or daughter's academic record?
How can parents have access to student 'Educational Records' ? Where can I find the ONU policy on FERPA ?
Who can I contact at ONU regarding FERPA ? Where can I find more information about FERPA ?

If you have questions not addressed in this FAQ please email the Registrar's Office