FERPA: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act - Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records and governs the disclosure of student information
HEA: Higher Education Act - Federal law governing administration of federal student aid programs and other aspects of higher education
Title IV Regulations: Federal regulations regarding the transfer of financial aid between institutions and student eligibility requirements
ADA Compliance: Americans with Disabilities Act requirements ensuring equal access and accommodations for students with disabilities in transfer processes
State Education Laws: State-specific higher education regulations and transfer policies that vary by jurisdiction
Articulation Agreements: State and institutional policies governing course equivalencies and credit transfer between institutions
Accreditation Standards: Requirements from regional and program-specific accrediting bodies regarding transfer credits and institutional standards
SEVP Requirements: Student and Exchange Visitor Program requirements for international student transfers and visa maintenance
State Contract Law: General principles of contract law applicable in the relevant state jurisdiction
Consumer Protection Laws: Federal and state regulations protecting student rights as consumers of educational services
Truth in Lending: Regulations governing disclosure of financial terms if payment or financing provisions are included in the agreement
Statute of Frauds: State law requirements regarding contracts that must be in writing to be enforceable
