How we collect, use, and protect your information
Ave Maria University ("AMU," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit giving.avemaria.edu and related university websites.
By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy. We encourage you to read this policy carefully to understand how your information is handled.
Manage Your Privacy
You can control how we use cookies and tracking technologies by visiting our Privacy Settings page at any time.
We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:
This information may include your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, payment information, and any other details you choose to share.
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information, including:
This information helps us improve our website functionality and user experience.
Ave Maria University uses the information we collect for the following purposes:
We will never sell your personal information to third parties.
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how visitors use our site.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They help websites remember your preferences and track your activity.
You can control your cookie preferences at any time through our Privacy Settings page. You can also manage cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect website functionality.
Ave Maria University may share your information in the following circumstances:
We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with:
These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.
We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Ave Maria University, our community, or others.
We may share information with other parties when you explicitly consent to such sharing.
Important: We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and ask us to correct or update inaccurate information.
You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send, or by contacting us directly.
You can manage your cookie preferences through our Privacy Settings page or your browser settings.
You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal and operational requirements, such as maintaining donation records for tax and compliance purposes.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at advancement@avemaria.edu or call 239-280-2586.
Ave Maria University complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which protects the privacy of student education records.
If you are a current or former student, please note that this Privacy Policy applies to our public website and fundraising activities. Student education records are governed separately under FERPA regulations.
For information about student privacy rights under FERPA, please visit the university's main website or contact the Registrar's Office.
Ave Maria University takes the security of your personal information seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining industry-standard protections.
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly.
If you believe we may have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us at advancement@avemaria.edu.
Our website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. Ave Maria University is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected by our website.
Ave Maria University reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Significant changes will be communicated through our website or, when appropriate, via email to registered users.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Ave Maria University - Office of Advancement
Email: advancement@avemaria.edu
Phone: 239-280-2586
Mail: 5050 Ave Maria Boulevard, Ave Maria, FL 34142
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Contact our Advancement team by calling 239-280-2586 or advancement@avemaria.edu.
EIN: 030482006
