Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 15, 2025
This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, applicants, and students of Abundant Life School of Ministry (“ALSOM”).
Information We Collect
- Voluntary Submissions: data you provide on our application form—name, email, DOB, address, ministry experience, etc.
- Automatically Collected: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and cookies via Google Analytics.
How We Use Your Information
- To process applications and enrollments.
- To deliver our virtual theology program and communicate updates.
- To send promotional emails by default upon registration.
- To improve our site and offerings (legitimate interest).
Payment Processing
We accept payments via Zelle (to zelle@alcministries.com), PayPal, and PushPay (through our church site).
Refund Policy
Registration fees are non‑refundable. Tuition is 100% refundable only if requested within 30 days of registration; after that, no refunds are issued.
Data Retention
We retain active student data for 2 years, archive thereafter, and delete upon request via our Contact page.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for adults (18+); we do not knowingly collect data from minors.
Security
We use TLS encryption and access controls to protect your information.
Third‑Party Cookies & Tracking
We use Google Analytics for performance tracking; you can opt out via your browser settings.
Your Rights
You may access, correct, delete, or port your data by contacting us at info@alccschoolofministry.org.
Accreditation
ALSOM is accredited by the Accrediting Commission International (ACI), a non‑governmental religious accreditor.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy; changes will be posted here with a new Effective Date.
Contact Us
32 E 98th St, Brooklyn, NY 11212
info@alccschoolofministry.org