Effective Date: 2/12/2026

The Catholic University of America is committed to respecting and protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you opt in to receive SMS messages from us.

Information We Collect

When you opt in to receive SMS messages, we collect:

  • Your phone number
  • Consent to send SMS messages
  • Message content: Any content you send in response to our messages, such as replies or inquiries, may be collected to improve communication.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Send you the SMS messages you’ve opted in to receive
  • Provide updates, promotions, or other relevant content based on your preferences
  • Provide academic, administrative, and technology-related information
  • Facilitate internal communication and coordination among employees
  • Support recruitment, admissions, alumni relations, and fundraising
  • Promote college events, programs, and outreach activities

Consent to Receive Messages

The Catholic University of America only sends SMS/MMS messages to recipients who have provided explicit consent. Consent may be collected through:

  • University webforms with opt-in checkboxes
  • Verbal consent during official interactions
  • Written opt-in forms
  • Email links leading to SMS sign-up pages
  • Inbound SMS initiated by users
  • Social media campaigns with clear opt-in steps

Sharing Your Information

The Catholic University of America does not share your phone number or SMS opt-in information with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.

Your Rights

You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying with STOP to any message we send you.

Data Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us: