Privacy Policy

Meridian Community College (MCC) is committed to protecting the privacy of all constituents. This policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and sharing of information gathered through MCC’s website meridiancc.edu.

Information We Collect

MCC may collect personal and technical data from users via:

• Online forms (e.g., admissions, contact, recruitment, service requests)

• Site analytics tools

• Embedded third-party services (e.g., chat, call tracking, accessibility tools)

Forms

Some forms on our site are hosted by Formsite.com, an external service provider. These may request your name, email, phone number, academic interests, or other details. Information collected is used solely for the purpose described on each form and is handled in compliance with MCC's internal data handling practices and Formsite’s privacy policies.

Online payments are handled through a secure, authenticated third-party payment system; payment information is processed by that provider, not stored on MCC's website

Use of Cookies and Tracking Tools

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Personalize content

• Provide social media features

• Analyze traffic patterns

• Enhance accessibility and user experience

By using our website, you consent to the placement of cookies unless you disable them in your browser.

MCC does not collect directly identifying information (such as name or address) through cookies. Some cookies and similar technologies do recognize a browser or device across visits to support analytics, content personalization, and advertising — for example, showing program-relevant content to a visitor who arrived from a specific ad. Third-party tools integrated into our site may collect individual-level data, including:

• Google Analytics / Tag Manager / AdWords – site behavior, marketing performance, audience trends

• Getsitecontrol – popups and user engagement banners

• CallRail – call tracking and analytics for phone number engagement

• Curator.io – displays MCC social media content and links
• Modern Campus (Personalization) – analyzes site traffic and visit patterns, including pages viewed, referral source, approximate location, and whether a visitor is new or returning. This information is used to understand overall site usage and is not used to identify individual visitors or to build named contact profiles.

• Tawk.to – live chat service. Our website offers live chat through Tawk.to. Before starting a chat, visitors are shown a notice that their messages are received by MCC through our chat provider to answer their questions. Please do not share sensitive information — such as Social Security numbers, full student ID numbers, or financial or medical details — through live chat. For account-specific questions, contact the college directly at: 601.483.8241
  
  

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. To opt out of Google tracking, visit the Google Analytics Opt-Out Tool.

Log Files

Our web servers automatically collect basic information, including:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Internet service provider (ISP)

• Date/time of access

• Referring/exit pages

• Clickstream data

This information is not linked to personally identifiable data and is used to improve site performance, analyze trends, and administer the website.

Third-Party Services

MCC works with several external technology partners that may collect or process limited personal data:

Children's Privacy

Meridian Community College offers programs for children under the age of 13, including College for Kids. Registration for these programs is completed online by a parent or legal guardian, not by the child. During registration, MCC collects information about the child — such as name, date of birth, age, school, and information the parent provides regarding the child's needs — along with the parent or guardian's contact and emergency-contact information.

This information is used only to administer the program, to communicate with the parent or guardian, and to provide for participants' safety and care. MCC does not require a child to disclose more information than is reasonably necessary to participate, does not sell this information, and shares it only with service providers that help operate the program.

By completing and signing the registration form, the parent or guardian consents to MCC's collection and use of this information. A parent or guardian may review the information collected about their child, request that it be corrected or deleted, or decline its further use by contacting webmaster@meridiancc.edu or the College for Kids program office. MCC handles children's information consistent with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

How We Share Information

• Legal Requirements
  We may disclose your information if required by law, such as responding to a subpoena, court order, or legal process.
• Vendors and Partners
  Select vendors (listed above) have access to certain data only to perform specific functions.

Your Rights and Choices

You may opt out of non-essential communications (e.g., newsletters, promotions) at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our email communications

• Emailing: webmaster@meridiancc.edu

You may also request to access, update, or delete your personal data by contacting the same address. We comply with federal laws, including FERPA, in handling educational records and user data.

Links to Other Sites

Our website may contain links to external websites. MCC is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage users to read the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.

Security

We use industry-standard security practices, including SSL encryption, to protect sensitive data submitted through our site. Personally identifiable information is stored on secure servers operated by MCC or its service providers. Access is password-protected, and sensitive tasks are logged and monitored.

Notification of Changes

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted:

• On this page

• On the MCC homepage (if significant)

• Via banner or notification (if materially different)

Changes are effective immediately upon posting. If personal data will be used differently than stated at the time of collection, users will be notified via notice on our site for at least 30 days.
Last updated: 6/25/2026