Privacy Policy
European International University, Paris (EIU-Paris) is committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect data when you interact with our website, programs, and services. By using our platforms, you agree to the practices described herein.
Who We Are
European International University, Paris (EIU-Paris) is a higher education institution registered in France under UAI 0756213W, located at 59 Rue Lamarck, 75018 Paris, France. Our official website is www.eiu.ac.
EIU-Paris is accredited by ACBSP (April 2025), holds ASIC Premier status, a QS Stars rating of 5/5, and is a member of BGA, ECBE, and ATHEA. We operate with the highest standards of academic integrity and institutional governance.
Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us, as well as information gathered automatically when you use our website and platforms.
- Personal identification: Full name, date of birth, nationality, and government-issued ID details where required for enrollment.
- Contact information: Email address, phone number, mailing address, and country of residence.
- Academic records: Prior qualifications, transcripts, certificates, and supporting enrollment documents.
- Payment information: Billing details processed securely through our authorized payment providers. We do not store card numbers directly.
- Device and usage data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent, and interaction data collected via cookies and analytics tools.
- Communications: Messages, inquiries, and correspondence submitted through our website, email, or WhatsApp channels.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To process applications, enrollments, and academic registrations.
- To deliver academic programs, assessments, and credentials.
- To communicate program updates, institutional news, and relevant offers.
- To process payments and manage student accounts.
- To improve our website, platforms, and services through analytics.
- To comply with legal obligations and accreditation requirements.
- To respond to inquiries, complaints, and support requests.
We do not sell your personal data. We do not share your information with third parties for their own marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and relevant data protection laws, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:
- Contractual necessity: Processing required to fulfill our obligations to enrolled students and applicants.
- Legitimate interests: Improving our services, communicating relevant institutional updates, and maintaining security.
- Legal obligation: Compliance with French law, EU regulations, and accreditation body requirements.
- Consent: Where you have provided explicit consent, such as for marketing communications. You may withdraw consent at any time.
Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and support marketing efforts. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
- Essential cookies: Required for the website to function correctly. These cannot be disabled.
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign performance (e.g., Meta Pixel).
You may manage or disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We may share your information with trusted third parties only where necessary and appropriate:
- Accreditation and regulatory bodies: ACBSP, ASIC, and French educational authorities, where required.
- Technology and platform providers: Including our learning management systems, payment processors, and email platforms, all bound by data processing agreements.
- Partner institutions: Where you are enrolled in a joint or collaborative program, including IKON Educational and Psychological Consultancy (ikon.ac) and affiliated regional campuses.
- Legal authorities: Where required by law or court order.
All third-party partners are required to handle your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws and our data protection standards.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including academic record-keeping obligations, legal compliance, and accreditation requirements.
- Student academic records are retained for a minimum of 10 years following graduation or withdrawal.
- Applicant data for unsuccessful applications is retained for up to 2 years.
- Marketing and communication data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Your Rights
Depending on your country of residence, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right of access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal and accreditation obligations.
- Right to restrict processing: Request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
- Right to data portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
- Right to withdraw consent: Where processing is based on consent, withdraw it at any time without affecting prior processing.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the details provided below. We will respond within 30 days.
International Data Transfers
EIU-Paris operates globally and may transfer your data to countries outside of the European Economic Area (EEA). Where such transfers occur, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, to protect your data to the same standard as within the EEA.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or disclosure. These include secure server infrastructure, encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS), access controls, and regular security reviews.
While we take every reasonable precaution, no method of digital transmission or storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to protect your account credentials and notify us immediately of any suspected unauthorized access.
Children's Privacy
EIU-Paris programs are designed for adult learners. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe a minor has submitted data to us, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or institutional operations. The most current version will always be available at www.eiu.ac/privacy-policy. We will notify enrolled students of material changes via email. Continued use of our website or services following any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
Questions About Your Privacy?
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us directly. We are committed to responding promptly and transparently.
